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techTechCrunch

EU passes right-to-repair law requiring 5-year spare parts availability

Original: EU DESTROYS tech giants with groundbreaking repair law that will change everything

  • Applies to phones, tablets, and household appliances
  • Manufacturers must provide parts at reasonable cost
  • Law takes effect in 2026 across all EU member states
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healthReuters

FDA approves first over-the-counter birth control pill

Original: SHOCKING move: FDA greenlights birth control pill without prescription

  • First hormonal contraceptive available without prescription in the US
  • Perrigo's Opill approved for all ages of reproductive age
  • Available in pharmacies and online starting early 2024
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climateThe Guardian

Global renewable energy capacity grew 50% in 2023

Original: You won't believe how much renewable energy grew last year — this is INSANE

  • Solar PV accounted for 75% of the new capacity additions
  • China installed more renewable capacity than the rest of the world combined
  • IEA projects continued growth but warns of grid infrastructure challenges
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