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Elliot Berman (center, in patterned tie) and his team at Solar Power Corp. pose outside their office and manufacturing facility in Braintree, Mass., in 1973. John Perlin, author of <em>Let It Shine: The 6,000-Year Story of Solar Energy,</em> credits Berman, Solar Power Corp. and Exxon with "planting the flag of photovoltaics throughout the world."

How Big Oil Of The Past Helped Launch The Solar Industry Of Today

The multibillion-dollar solar photovoltaic industry has roots in an unexpected place. More than 40 years ago, oil companies invested in solar research and development that have proved critical.

People place plywood over windows as they make last-minute preparations for the arrival of Hurricane Beryl in Kingston, Jamaica, on Wednesday.

Hurricane Beryl blasts past Jamaica and Caymans on its way to Mexico

Beryl hit Jamaica as a Category 4 storm and by Thursday afternoon had weakened some but still forged on as a still-powerful Category 2, according to the U.S. National Hurricane Center.

The Kentucky Wildcats have dominated the competition playing at Rupp Arena, named after U.K.'s most famous coach: Adolph Rupp. Now the campus is debating whether that name should be changed.

Kentucky's Rupp Arena: A College Basketball Mecca With A Complicated Racial Past

Rupp Arena is named after the University of Kentucky's famed basketball coach Adoph Rupp. There are calls to remove his name because during his famed 42-year career, he only had one Black player.

Within A Conflicted Present, The Sounds Of 'New Detroit' Mine Its Past

New music from the city looks to the past for ways forward — but the patina of artistic fertility around "New Detroit" isn't all-inclusive.

Courtney Barnett (left, credit: Ashley Gellman), David Crosby (top right, credit: Anna Webber), Natalie Prass (bottom right, credit: Galea McGregor)

World Cafe Encore Week: Revisiting The Past Year Of Studio Sessions

Listen back to some of the best World Cafe interviews and performances of the past year including Courtney Barnett, David Crosby, Natalie Prass and many more.

European Space Probe To Fly Past Earth On Its Way To Mercury

Shortly after midnight eastern time on Friday, a European Space Agency mission will zoom pass Earth on its way to Mercury. Earth's gravity will give it what is called a gravity assist.

Kenesha Lewis, 30, opened a juice and smoothie shop in her hometown of Greenville, Miss. where fresh and healthy food options are hard to come by.

Thriving Black-owned businesses 'righting the wrongs of the past' in rural Mississippi

In one of the poorest rural regions of the country's poorest state, a Black entrepreneur is helping Black owned businesses open and thrive even during the pandemic.

Celine Song won the Directors Guild of America award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement of a First-Time Feature Film Director for “Past Lives.”

Director Celine Song on 'Past Lives' and being a first-time filmmaker

Celine Song's directorial debut is nominated for two Academy Awards — including best picture.

Later this month, people who have overdue bills will receive a notice from the city. They will have access to payment plans to resolve outstanding fees.

Bend will resume collections, water shut-offs for past due bills

The city of Bend announced Thursday it will once again begin collections proceedings, and in some cases shut offs, for people who do not pay their water bills.

Federal Subpoena Sought Records On Employee With Past Connection To State Auditor

The Washington State Auditor’s office has released a federal grand jury subpoena it received earlier this month.

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