Santa Barbara-based ChipAgents.ai today announced that it has raised $21 million in early financing to fuel the growth of its artificial intelligence platform for chip design and verification. Bessemer Venture Partners led the Series A round, with strategic support from Micron Technology Inc., MediaTek Inc., Ericsson and other semiconductor giants. Existing investors ScOp Venture Capital… Continue reading ChipAgents receives $21 million to transform semiconductor design with agentic AI
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New environmentally friendly herbicide discovered in walnut tree leaves
Harsh, environmentally damaging synthetic herbicides are definitely one of those things you shouldn't use if you don't have to. That's why Japanese researchers are now developing a green alternative that is made from the leaves of a simple walnut tree. For many years, scientists have noted that no other large plants grow near the Manchurian… Continue reading New environmentally friendly herbicide discovered in walnut tree leaves
Stihl opens €125 million Romanian factory with strategic focus on battery power
Stihl has announced the opening of its first battery-only production site in Oradea, Romania. Citing the rapid growth of the market for battery technology, Stihl reports that more than a quarter of its products sold worldwide are now battery-powered, a trend that is driving its €125 million investment in the new factory. The manufacturer further… Continue reading Stihl opens €125 million Romanian factory with strategic focus on battery power
Add color to your patio with an underrated, easy-to-grow perennial
Martinedoucet/Getty Images The decorations and furniture on your patio often change with the seasons. Why shouldn't your patio plants do the same? A plant that provides year-round color between its leaves and flowers is the patio hack you didn't know you needed. There is a plant native to the Ouachita Mountains in central… Continue reading Add color to your patio with an underrated, easy-to-grow perennial
Regional garden club meeting to introduce horticulture and celebrate heritage
The Ohio Association of Garden Clubs will host its regional meeting and flower show, “America 250-OHIO Style,” on Oct. 22 in Bucyrus, with a free public appearance by Johnny Appleseed. BUCYRUS, OH (NOW CRAWFORD COUNTY) – History and gardening come to life when garden club members from seven counties gather at Bucyrus on Wednesday, October… Continue reading Regional garden club meeting to introduce horticulture and celebrate heritage
Collapse of a deck near the UC campus leads to inspection of all balconies in the condo complex
At least 10 people were injured when a balcony collapsed during a student party near the University of Cincinnati, including one person who is in critical condition. This led to an investigation by Cincinnati building inspectors. The incident occurred in a normally quiet residential complex near UC's main campus. The gathering was supposed to celebrate… Continue reading Collapse of a deck near the UC campus leads to inspection of all balconies in the condo complex
Dedicated Trustee – 27 East
Oct 20, 2025 Dedicated trustee I am writing to share with our community the outstanding support, service and attention that Southampton Town Trustee Joseph McLoughlin has shown to the waterways in the Town of Southampton. Mr McLoughlin has proactively reached out to community groups across the North Sea, supporting our freshwater lakes, ponds and bays,… Continue reading Dedicated Trustee – 27 East
Pasadena Launches Storefront Revitalization Grant Program | REAL 92.3
Pasadena is introducing a new grant initiative, the Commercial Façade Improvement Program, scheduled to launch on Friday, November 3rd. This program aims to revitalize the city's commercial areas by providing up to $20,000 per business for exterior improvements. The city has committed $200,500 to this effort, targeting approximately 10 businesses in areas eligible for the… Continue reading Pasadena Launches Storefront Revitalization Grant Program | REAL 92.3
The October 2025 new moon will hide the red star Antares for some lucky stargazers on October 21st
The new moon will see dark skies above the peak of the Orionid meteor shower, while three days later the young moon will pass in front of the red star Antares for observers in South America and the Falkland Islands. A new moon This phase occurs when the sun and moon lie on the same… Continue reading The October 2025 new moon will hide the red star Antares for some lucky stargazers on October 21st
UMaine Extension offers native plant webinar for landscape professionals
ORONO, Maine – University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host a webinar on integrating native plants into cultural landscapes on Monday, November 3, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. “Transitioning to Native Plants in the Landscape or Garden” will feature Cathy Rees, professional gardener, co-founder of Natives Gardens of Blue Hill and author of “Winterland:… Continue reading UMaine Extension offers native plant webinar for landscape professionals