CVT Transmission: Engineering Genius or Enemy of Driving Pleasure?
The CVT transmission is a debated automotive technology lauded for efficiency but criticized for diminishing driving enjoyment.
Benin region faces month of 10-hour daily outages, says TCN
The Benin region in Nigeria will experience scheduled daily electricity outages lasting up to 10 hours as the Transmission Company of Nigeria carries out necessary maintenance work on the power transmission system.
Deadline looms for farmers refusing transmission line work on properties
Victorian farmers opposing the VNI West transmission line project have 30 days to allow authorities access to their land for environmental surveys or face fines and the potential for forced entry.
Swine flu transmitted to humans in Spain
The swine flu virus has been transmitted from person to person in Catalonia, Spain, but the risk of further transmission appears to be low according to health authorities.
Swine flu detected in humans in Spain
A case of swine flu transmission between humans has been reported in Catalonia, Spain, with the source of the infection currently unknown.
Denmark has eliminated mother-to-child transmission of HIV and syphilis
Denmark has become the first country in the world to eliminate mother-to-child transmission of HIV and syphilis according to the World Health Organization.
Alert in Spain: WHO notified about a pig flu virus believed to have transmitted between humans
Spain has notified the World Health Organization about a suspected human-to-human transmission of the A(H1N1)v strain of the swine flu virus.
Catalonia alerts the WHO about a case of swine flu transmitted between people in Lleida
Catalonia has reported a case of swine flu in an elderly patient in Lleida, with no known animal contact, raising concerns about person-to-person transmission.
Jeonbuk 'Town Hall' Outside Citizens: 'Transmission Tower Pain' 'Measures for Saemangeum Wastewater'
Citizens outside a town hall meeting in Jeonbuk express their discontent over plans for high voltage transmission towers and demand measures for wastewater management in Saemangeum.
Kenya rolls out twice-yearly HIV prevention shot in Nairobi slum
Kenya has launched a new twice-yearly HIV prevention injection in a Nairobi slum, significantly enhancing the fight against HIV transmission.
Statnett: - We are monitoring the situation
Statnett, Norway's transmission system operator, is aware of media reports regarding threats to the energy systems in the Nordic region and is coordinating with relevant authorities.
Sporotrichosis: learn about the disease that an owner contracted after being scratched by a cat
Divanilson Paiva contracted sporotrichosis from his pet cat Bartmil, which was infected with a fungus, highlighting the potential zoonotic transmission of the disease between felines and humans.
New Gas Network Development Plan: Estonia's Peak Consumption is Covered
Elering has presented a gas transmission network development plan for 2026-2035, ensuring Estonia's peak energy needs can be met, even during cold winters and unexpected circumstances.
A record laser between Tenerife and La Palma to multiply communications by 1,000
A Valencian start-up, FYLA, is testing a revolutionary laser communication technology in the Canary Islands that claims to vastly outperform existing methods like fiber optics and 5G, achieving record transmission speeds without the need for physical infrastructure.
The Neuss family, owners of Havanna, and Newsan seek to acquire a strategic business
The Neuss family and Newsan are participating in the bidding for a significant stake in Transener, a major power transmission company in Argentina, with expectations of reaching $200 million.
Virus that killed 72 tigers at Thai zoos not bird flu, officials say
Thai officials confirm that the deaths of 72 tigers at two zoos were not caused by bird flu and reassured the public about animal-to-human transmission risks.
Cold virus hides and multiplies in the tonsils even in asymptomatic individuals
A study from the University of Sรฃo Paulo reveals that the cold virus can hide in tonsils and adenoids, leading to prolonged infections without symptoms.
Aneel splits the energy transmission auction into two dates to await TCU approval
Aneel has decided to divide the upcoming energy transmission auction into two sessions due to pending approval from the TCU concerning certain assets.
Operation by PF combats clandestine radio transmission in Northern Minas
The Federal Police launched Operation Alternative Tuning to tackle illegal radio broadcasting in Ninheira, Northern Minas, resulting in a search warrant execution and the arrest of a repeat offender.
Disrupted operation of state and municipal institution websites
Many state and municipal institution websites in Latvia experienced disruptions on February 24, 2023, attributed to issues with the data transmission network operated by LVRTC.
SaskPower looks to make province โenergy powerhouseโ with new transmission lines
SaskPower is working on a multi-billion-dollar project to connect Saskatchewan's two power grids, aiming to enhance energy independence and reliability.
Fund invests R$ 281 million in energy transmission in Sรฃo Paulo
The Shalom FIP has signed a concession contract to build two underground energy transmission lines in Sรฃo Paulo, committing R$ 281 million to enhance the electrical capacity for 7 million residents.
TCN unveils 300MVA transformer at Egbin substation
The Transmission Company of Nigeria launched a new 300MVA transformer at the Egbin substation, increasing its total capacity and bolstering electricity supply in the region.
NโAssembly realistic on real-time e-transmission of election results โ APC spokesman
The APC spokesman praises the National Assembly for swiftly amending the Electoral Act to include provisions for real-time electronic transmission of election results, citing pragmatism in their decision-making.
TCN restores 330kV ShiroroโMando line to service
The Transmission Company of Nigeria has restored the 330kV ShiroroโMando Transmission Line 2 following necessary repairs, enhancing the efficiency of electricity transmission in the region.
Litgrid has a new leader โ A. ล emeลกkeviฤius begins his duties
A. ล emeลกkeviฤius has been appointed as the new leader of Litgrid for a five-year term, focusing on enhancing Lithuania's electricity transmission system.
After Carnival, experts warn of STIs without apparent signs and advocate for testing
After the Carnival festivities, health experts in Brazil emphasize the importance of testing for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) that may not present clear symptoms, to prevent further transmission.
Australia news live: health warning as measles spreads in Melbourne; flash floods cut east-west rail link
Victoria is on high alert for measles as local transmission increases in metropolitan Melbourne, prompting health warnings from officials.
Researchers from Unifap investigate the spread of Oropouche fever in the Amazon
Researchers at the Federal University of Amapรก (Unifap) have launched a study to assess the transmission risks of Oropouche fever in the Amazon, with Brazil reporting over 10,000 cases in 2025, marking a 50% increase from the previous year.
Paris Agriculture Fair opens without cows for first time due to disease fears
The Paris Agriculture Fair has opened for the first time without cows due to fears of disease transmission among livestock.
The climate crisis fuels diseases like scabies or leprosy among the Baka pygmies of Cameroon
The climate crisis is exacerbating the spread of diseases such as scabies and leprosy among the Baka pygmies in Cameroon, due to changing weather patterns that affect disease transmission.
Civil society groups plan protest over amended electoral act
Civil society groups in Nigeria have threatened to protest against the amended Electoral Act that fails to mandate electronic transmission of election results.
Electronic transmission alone wonโt stop electoral fraud, groups warn
Two Nigerian advocacy groups caution that while electronic transmission of election results is vital, it is insufficient to prevent electoral fraud without institutional integrity and transparency.
ADMIE: Recommendations for Safe Kite Flying
The Independent Power Transmission Operator (ADMIE) in Greece issues safety recommendations for kite flying on Clean Monday, emphasizing the dangers of flying near power lines and poles.
Vice President of Controllers on the New Problem in the Athens FIR: 'We Do Not Assess It as a Minor Incident'
The Athens International Airport has faced a serious crisis, causing significant delays and concerns among passengers due to a technical failure in the radar data transmission system.
Is the face mask effective against measles? Eduardo Clark explains its effectiveness against the virus
Mexican authorities have mandated the use of face masks due to a rise in measles cases, but official Eduardo Clark states that it does not significantly prevent virus transmission.
Arrested for transmitting confidential data to Jeffrey Epstein, former Prince Andrew plunges Britain into turmoil
Former Prince Andrew has been arrested in connection with the transmission of confidential documents to Jeffrey Epstein, causing a significant scandal in the UK.
Measles in Mexico: These are the 6 states with the highest spread, according to the Ssa
Active measles transmission in Mexico is currently concentrated in six states, with Jalisco witnessing the highest increase in confirmed cases in 2026.
Civil Aviation Authority: Technical malfunction at "Eleftherios Venizelos" airport radar has been resolved
Air traffic at Athens International Airport is back to normal after a technical malfunction in the data transmission system was resolved.
Measles is already circulating in Madrid: the Community detects community transmission of the virus and increases surveillance
Madrid has confirmed 24 cases of measles, marking a significant rise in infections and prompting increased public health measures amid an ongoing outbreak.
Transmission Technology: Beijing Plans a Global Super Grid
China is developing ultrahigh voltage (UHV) transmission lines to establish a global energy network powered by its renewable energy, with ambitions to set this technology as a standard internationally.
Beyond e-transmission of election results
The Nigerian government has signed into law an amendment allowing for both electronic and manual transmission of election results, raising concerns about its potential for fraud and manipulation.
No 'real-time' transmission: INEC clarifies results protocol for FCT council poll
INEC has clarified that the results for the upcoming FCT Area Council elections will not be transmitted in real-time, countering previous claims by some media outlets.
Amended Electoral Act will ensure every vote counts, says Akpabio
Nigerian Senate President Godswill Akpabio asserts that the recently amended Electoral Act will enhance the integrity of elections and ensure that every vote counts by introducing electronic transmission of results.
Kenya to roll out game-changing HIV drug in March
Kenya will introduce a new HIV-prevention drug, Lenacapavir, in March, significantly reducing transmission risks.
Transmission Closed!
The live transmission for the Bahia Carnival has ended according to G1 Brazil.
Chikungunya virus: Climate crisis and mosquitoes bring it to Europe and Greece
The climate crisis is creating conditions for the transmission of chikungunya disease for more than six months a year in southern European countries, including Greece.
Kenya to roll out HIV prevention shots in March
Kenya is set to launch a new HIV prevention drug, lenacapavir, in March, which has proven to reduce the risk of HIV transmission significantly.
TCN announces Niger substation maintenance, power disruption in four areas
The Transmission Company of Nigeria is set to conduct maintenance at its Zungeru Transmission Substation, leading to scheduled power disruptions in certain areas on February 18 and 19, 2026.
Morning recap: NASS approves e-transmission with manual backup, EFCC extends El-Rufai detention, Plateau indigenes killed, other top stories
The Nigerian National Assembly has approved the electronic transmission of election results with a manual backup, while various incidents including attacks and detentions also make headlines.