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The White House will try to reduce NASA’s scientific budget by 50%. It is so devastating that Elon Musk has separated

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The White House has presented a preliminary proposal of its budgets by 2026. If the United States Congress approved them, NASA would see 20% less money next year, but with an especially controversial turn, because they would be cuts centered on science. A devastating loss. NASA is the largest and most influential space agency in the world. Its direction of scientific missions finances some of the most important research for the advancement of astrophysics, planetary science, terrestrial science and heliophysics. Studies in which international entities such as the European Space Agency often participate. The White House budget in half reduces the resources of the Directorate of Scientific Missions. It would go from 7.5 billion dollars in the fiscal year from 2025 to 3.9 billion in 2026. The consequences are so devastating for the scientific community that Elon Musk has described it as “worrying” and It has come out to clarify that has not had anything to do: “I am very in favor of science, but unfortunately I cannot participate in the discussions about NASA’s budget because Spacex is an important NASA contractor.” Affected missions. While the proposal maintains the financing of HUBBLE observatories and James Webb, explicitly cancels other space telescopes, including the Nancy Grace Romanwhich is already completely assembled waiting for its launch. The two most important planetary missions that would not continue with the White House Budgets are, on the one hand, Mars Sample Returnthe recovery of Martian soil samples that has been collecting the Rover Perseverance, and the Davinci mission to explore Venus. Both milestones would be in the hands of China, which It has similar missions in your scientific roadmap. Goodbye to the Goddard? According to Ars Technicathe cuts seem designed to force the closure of the Goddard Space Flight Center, the NASA headquarters in Maryland, which uses 10,000 officials and contractors, and from where iconic cosmological, land and sun observation missions are operated. Astrophysics: it would reduce its budget by two thirds, leaving 487 million dollars. Heliophysics: it would reduce its budget by more than two thirds, leaving 455 million dollars. Terrestrial science: would reduce its budget in more than half, remaining at 1,033 million dollars. Planetary Science: would reduce its budget by one third, being at 1,929 million dollars NOAA is even worse stop. Donald Trump’s administration also seeks Complaint the magazine Science. Like NASA, NOAA is one of the world’s main scientific agencies, but in the weather, climate and space climate. The cuts would close the Ocean and Atmospheric Research Office (OAR), and would leave hundreds of scientists who study global warming. Waiting for Congress. NASA has a period of 72 hours to appeal these figures before they are incorporated into the final budgets. Ultimately, it will be the United States Congress who approves them. It is likely that the cuts are with strong opposition in Congress, Very sensitized With the idea of ​​losing ground in front of China. “This would tithe the American leadership in space and inflict great damage to NASA centers throughout the country,” Congressman George Whitesides, from the Science Committee, told Ars Technica. It would be like an “extinction event.” Image | POT In Xataka | 12 years after making fun of Spacex and his idea of ​​landing rockets, Arianegroup is creating a European mini-falcon 9

The house that self -stated with its structure, copper and solar panels

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Origami is Japanese art to bend a role to create figures without using scissors or glue. Through the precision in the folds in a simple sheet it is possible to design unique structures. Following this millenary art, architect Adrian James has managed to design a copper house, giving rise to his house Copper Bottom. On a hill, the house is erected with geometric folds that combine aesthetics and functionality. This house not only defies conventional standards with their metallic structure and lining, but also embodies a vision of the possibility of living in a power plant. Short. The architect Adrian James has designed a house that combines a bold design with energy efficiency. In fact, Copper Bottom It generates more energy than it consumes. Together with his wife, Sarah Shekleton, They decided to leave their home In the Oxford center to build a house in a hill. In addition, as an architect, I wanted to demonstrate How an avant -garde design could integrate sustainability and comfort. How a power plant? Located near the city’s green belt, on a hill, you can see the architectural style both Romanesque and Gothic so characteristic of the city. However, this green house, which took 13 months to build, differs a lot of these styles and functionality. The architect sought energy efficiency so the roof of Copper Bottom It has 37 solar panels, a 20 kWh battery and a air heat pump. The infrastructure of the house is recycled copper, which helps to isolate the sun in summer and allows the passage of heat in winter, in addition, the shape of the house also fulfills a function, thanks to its angular shape it blocks the sun in summer and lets the light pass in winter, avoiding overheating without the need for air conditioning; With its bucket shape, optimize thermal insulation and reduce the waste of materials. Energy community and self -consumption. So far we have always talked about Self -consumption and Energy Community Like two antagonists, one thing or the other. However, the design proposed by the British architect makes both conjugate, since the electricity surplus generated by solar panels can be injected into the electricity grid, benefiting other consumers. It should be noted that in summer, the house generates more energy than it consumes, and the surplus is injected into the electricity grid, which even allows them to receive payments for it. Economic impact. The construction cost of the house was approximately 1.25 million pounds sterling (around 1.55 million euros), a budget that covered both the land and the building. A fairly high price if you have the 37 solar panels and the heat pump. However, this energy self -sufficiency translates into significant savings in electricity and heating invoices, which makes the initial investment more viable in the long term. However, if we have to talk about an investment recovery, it is estimated that carbon debt It will be amortized between 10 to 15 yearsa period that depends on the efficiency of energy systems and the amount of energy that is injected into the network. In addition, the house not only reduces operating costs but can also generate additional income by selling energy surplus to the electricity grid, offering a long -term tangible economic recovery. But isn’t it dangerous? According to The architectthe structure of Insulating panels and recycled copper make it resistant and lasting. In addition, copper is not corrode over time, which means that the house will not need maintenance in decades. Image | Adrian James Xataka | In full solar energy fever, someone is inventing jackets and umbrellas with perovskitas for self -consumption

The problem of buying a house in Spain is no longer just its price. Is that you have less than 73 days to decide

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Two and a half months. Something less even. In a real estate market marked by the mismatch between supply and demand and in which Operations increase of sale that is what lasts on a home in available: two and a half months, 73 days To be more precise. A few years ago that data exceeded the 90 days. They are just that, figures, raw data, but they act as a thermometer of the sector. In fact there are cities, especially those that have tension markets, in which the deadline is even lower. A market for fast. In Spain the real estate market has its peculiaritiestrends and Factors susceptible to interpreting in different ways, but of course something is clear: they buy the fastest. He last report Prepared by Technocasa and UPF, it shows that, on average, in 2024 only 73 days were needed to sell a home. The data is interesting for several reasons. First because it is two days less than in 2023. Second, he delves into a trend that dates back to the beginning of the decade, when the properties took average for more than three months to find a buyer. In 2020 the average was 94 days. Beyond the average. 73 is a statistical indicator, the average of sale for the whole of Spain. If we go down to detail and consult the segregated data at the territorial level we verify that there are locations in which the period in which sales are closed is considerably shorter. In Barcelona that average was only 68 days, in Valencia of 67, 66 in Malaga, 62 in Seville and 61 in Bilbao. The market in which the properties last The Madridwhere the brand is in just 60 days. A market, two realities. The report of Tecnocasa Group and UPF Also verify that not all properties run the same fate in the market. According to their data, 55% of homes have been selling less than half a year. Moreover, almost 37% is announced on online platforms and real estate agencies for just three months. In the opposite pole, almost a quarter of the properties (23.6%) have been available for a year or longer. One of the keys could be its overvaluation. The report estimates that in the most ‘veteran’ homes it exceeds 18%. Why is it important? From what he tells us about the market. The authors of the report verify a clear mismatch between the demand, upwards, and an offer that thinns. Two data arrive to check. While 2024 closed above the 266,000 active purchase applications, which is 80,000 more than during the same period of 2023, and the number of potential buyers grew by 39% in December, the housing offer has moved in the direction opposite The Technocasa and UPF report estimates that it fell 9.3%. City Necessary days for sale Saragossa 76 Barcelona 68 Valencia 67 Malaga 66 Seville 62 Bilbao 61 Madrid 60 “A boiling market”. The study calculates that if in an area with a 5,000 -homes real estate park there was an average of 70.9 properties for sale in the late 2023, a year later that data was significantly lower: it was already around 64.3. The result, points to The country José García Montalvo, Professor of Economics, is “a boiling market”. “What we are seeing is that demand is squeezing much more than the supply, which is still insufficient,” emphasize The UPF expert. Another of the keys that help to understand the market is access to financing. The study detects an interannual increase in the average amount of mortgages, which is added to other indicators on credit. For example, registrars of Spain It carries several months verifying a sensitive increase in mortgages. “It’s a real casting”. The phrase is again from García Montalvo and summarizes the reality of the Spanish real estate market, at least as drawn by the Technocasa and UPF report. “The properties have hardly time to appear in the listings before multiple offers compete for them in an authentic casting,” Comment The expert. In a similar line, the director of Analysis of the Tecnocasa Group, Lázaro Cubero, Explain that last year there was “a very important demand increase.” “A 39% increase in a single year is not usual,” duckin reference to the increase of potential buyers that the report detected with respect to December 2023. The other indicator: prices. The time it takes for a home to find a buyer is not the only clue that tells us about demand and supply. There is another even more eloquent indicator: prices. After calculating the measure of a selection of cities, the Technocasa report indicates that in the second semester of 2024 the M2 stood at 2,802 euros, 12.13% more than during the same period of 2023. The report is also interesting for another reason. Its technicians estimate that the price in the second semester of 2024 was more or less at levels of mid -2005, but still far from the dimensions that were reached during the real estate bubble, between 2006 and 2007. In recent weeks Some experts They have pointed out that the M2 would have already exceeded the 2007 values, although everything indicates that the Sorpasso It focuses only on nominal prices, not real. That is, this calculation obviates the effect of inflation. Does it happen only in sales? No. The sales rate will be increasingly agile in the sale market (at least among the properties not excessively overvalued by its vendors), but pales compared to the tempos of the residential rental market. At the beginning of 2024 idealista calculated that 18% of homes They were leaving in their portal did not last 24 hours free. Moreover, in some cities the percentage of homes with a fleeting step by real estate was even greater: in Tarragona they were 31% and in San Sebastián 29%. Images | ZHIYUAN SUN (UNSPLASH) and Jonas Denil (UNSPLASH) In Xataka | Spain urgently needs to build thousands of homes. In the Basque Country they have … Read more

For years the prefabricated houses were the ugly duckling of the house. Now the Basque Country believes that they are its salvation

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The Basque Country wants more housing. And it has A plan to get it: Bet on prefabricated constructionsa model that over the last years has gained weight in the real estate sector but that – that –They recognize From Euskadi – it loads with the negative image that still has the “prefabricated” among part of the population. To clear doubts, knock down prejudices and above all make clear its institutional commitment, last week the Basque Government presented its’White Book of industrialized social housing ‘. “It is essential to knock down biases,” claims. Housing deficit. The Basque Country needs more housing. Or so those responsible, which recently estimated that the current construction rhythm is insufficient and the region loads with a deficit of some 1,500 annual houses. The problem is not only that gap between the creation of new homes and demand, but to what extent it influences a market that, according to idealist data, has seen how in a matter of only one year the prices of sale rose almost 7% and those of rent 8% In Euskadi. … and “structural deficits”. A few days ago, speaking precisely about the real estate market, the Minister of Housing and Urban Agenda of the Basque Government, Denis Itxaso, warned of another very related “deficit”: the one that drags the industry itself. “The construction sector has structural deficits, such as lack of labor, challenges related to training and professionalization and a higher speed in construction processes,” he reflected. The relationship between the two problems is evident: the lags in the industry affect their ability to increase the offer and satisfy a residential market. “The challenge that represents the scarcity and housing failure requires balance the market with the greatest offer,” The regional head advocates of urban agenda. In his opinion, Euskadi must endow “his own strategy.” And precisely for that reason a few days ago the Executive presented A document: his ‘White Paper of Industrialized Social Housing’. What strategy is that? The book and the act during which it was presented – in which Itxaso and the director of the Public Society for Protected Housing Promotion participated Visesaamong other positions related to the sector – served to give a track of where the Basque Country wants to go. His government looks with special interest the “industrialized” buildingsreal estate that are created with previously manufactured pieces in a ship instead of following the traditional method of lifting walls and forged in situ. “The way to reduce deadlines”. During The presentation From the manual, held in Bilbao, there was talk of sustainability, digitalization, security, improvement of working conditions, inclusion and also a formula that allows the sector to “respond to the housing and labor deficit”. “The ‘White Book’ includes examples of good architectural practices, highlighting how the use of industrial processes should be the way to reduce execution deadlines and minimize environmental impact,” the Basque Executive ends in Your statement About the act. Along the same lines, the Visesa director pointed out that industrialization is “fundamental” to build “quality housing”. Issue of challenges. Not everything is facilities and clear path in the future of prefabricated housing. During the event there was also talk of “the administrative, financial and regulations barriers that still persist” and the important role that the public administration plays, especially “assuming the role” of promoter. However, if there was a challenge for industrialization in which the accent was accent in Bilbao was another, one other than bureaucratic obstacles or difficulties in getting credit: the image. Perhaps more modular houses are seen today than a couple of decades ago, but the big question, especially if we want to strengthen its weight in the sector, is … What concept do we have of them? “One of the main challenges is citizen perception towards what is considered ‘prefabricated’, often associated with lower quality or provisionality,” admits the Basque Government in Your statementin which curiously only that word is used once: “prefabricated.” Itxaso himself assumes that he “demolish preconceived biases and ideas.” Of the theory … To practice, there is. Visesa He spoke too of the development of about thirty protected homes in Sopela-Asu, in the province of Vizcaya, using precisely “industrialized construction processes.” In the sector, prefabricated, industrialized, modular solutions are also expanding time … and although in Spain they still suppose A modest part of the sector, in other nations, such as the Netherlands, Germany or the United Kingdom, they have managed to get a respectable presence. Some construction companies trust that in a few years industrialization is a significant part of their income. In their favor they do not only have the impulse of the Basque Government, which for another part has already seen On other occasions His commitment to industrialized homes. At the state level the PP has been in favor also to promote this kind of buildings to stop The housing problem In Spain, following the example of countries Like Australia. Images | Wikipedia and Aedas Homes In Xataka | The prefabricated houses have always been infravy. Now many governments are driving them in front of the crisis

They sell the house where Robin Wiliams raised their children in San Francisco in $ 18 million

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An old house of the late actor Robin Williams It was news a few hours ago, after it was announced that it was sold in $ 18 million. The property, dating from the year of 1926, is Italian Renaissance style and is located in the Sea Cliff neighborhood, in the city of San Francisco. The property, which has an extension of 11,000 square feetit has spectacular Golden Gate Bridge and the Pacific Ocean. The residence, which was designed by the renowned architect Earle Bertzhas a total of six bedrooms and six bathrooms. Likewise, he enjoys lobby, kitchen, dining room, living room, main room, family room, office, washing room, balconies, among several more rooms. Outside, in its lot of 0.39 acresthe former home of the late actor enjoys terrace, green areas, bonfire, barbecue area, among other amenities. The house in question was bought by Robin Williams, in 1991, by $ 3.1 millionhowever, following his divorce with Garces Williams He left the place and the rest is already history. Continue reading: Video: Carolina Sandoval gives last tour of which she moved after her separationLivia Brito shows how she looks like her home after drastic transformationThey capture Jennifer Lopez, giving up a mansion in which she could be a neighbor of Ben AffleckThey blame Adele for failure for the sale of a mansion for insinuating that he was haunted (Tagstotranslate) Famous Houses (T) Robin Williams

House owner in Miami murders his tenant after fighting for the thermostat: police

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Carlos Alberto González, 57, died after being shot by his lessor, Adam Louis Anson, 37, in what the Miami-Dade Police, In Florida, describes as a violent altercation related to the control of the thermostat of the house. The events occurred on Saturday morning in a house located in the 9400 block of SW 17th Terrace, where Anson rented an attached apartment to González. According to the police report published by Law & Crimethe dispute began when Anson went to the apartment to adjust the thermostat, located in the study hall. After hitting the window, González opened the door, And the owner allegedly entered the force, hit him and dragged the tenant to the backyard, where he shot him several times in his head. After the attack, Anson adjusted the thermostat before returning to his side of the house and calling 911. González was transferred to the hospital, but did not survive the wounds. Out -of -defense allegations Anson told the authorities that he acted in self -defense, arguing that González tried to hit him. However, the researchers did not find evidence to support that version, According to Law & Crime. Therefore, the owner was arrested under positions of second degree murder and armed handbug with aggression. At the moment, remains detained without bail at the Correctional and Rehabilitation Center of Miami-Dade, Waiting for a scheduled audience for February 18. Neighbors report previous conflicts The case has generated restlessness in the community. Neighbors reported that the tensions between the owner and his tenants were frequent and that the police had intervened several times. Leyani Pérez, a resident of a nearby home, said he heard a fight before the shots. “After a few seconds, I realized that something bad was happening in my backyard and I was very scared,” Pérez said to the local chain WTVJ, NBC affiliate. “I started screaming and called my husband: ‘Hey, go to the backyard because I feel there is a stranger there.’ Then I heard bum, bum, bum, bum. ” Although the exact reason for the thermostat dispute is not clear, the low temperatures recorded in Miami that day, unusual for the region, could have intensified the conflict. According to Acuweather, Temperatures were around 40 degrees Fahrenheit, something unusual in southern Florida, where people are accustomed to a warm climate. Continue reading: (Tagstotranslate) Crime (T) Florida

The house of the future that is sold on Amazon at $ 54,000 and can be paid up to 12 months

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With a real estate market current Amazon They are offering on their alternative platforms of more affordable properties. Through the website of the Electronic Commerce giant is being sold A luxury house “Capsule-F7 House Kit” for only $ 54,000 dollarswhich has the possibility of paying for up to 12 months. According to the product description, the construction of the housing is high quality galvanized steel, totally furnished With bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, air conditioning, 5 panels of USB switches/panels and more. The housing manufacturer promises durability and ensures that the house has a floor load capacity of 562.2 lbs/m² with “Wooden floors, aluminum curtain walls and double -glazing tempered glass windows”stands out. The house is delivered assembled and is perfect for those owners who want to have airbnb rentals “This capsule adapts to various environments and applications with ease”. Amazon also has other prefabricated housing options with prices below $ 50,000 on its website. Continue reading: –Amazon Fire TV Omni Mini-LED: A premium TV for less than $ 700 ideal for the Super Bowl–Amazon sells portable prefabricated house with kitchen and bathroom equipped for $ 15,000–Amazon sells a living carpet: from $ 149 to $ 43 (Tagstotranslate) Amazon

The ideal mini house to enjoy nature: Amazon sells it at $ 20,000

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If you have ever dreamed of living in a functional space, regardless of size, surrounded by nature and away from the urban bustle, Amazon has a perfect option for you: a mini house that is in just $ 20,000. Do you like the idea? We give you more details in case you are interested. The modern modern 20 -foot modular container house, Easy, Quick (simple, fast) It is a mini house designed for those who seek a compact, safe and comfortable refuge in any environment, either in the countryside, the beach or even in urban areas. This modern prefabricated house measures 156 square feetwhich can be easily relocated, with the help of a good industrial wheelbarrow. The house has a well -thought minimalist design that takes full advantage of the available space. With a dimension of 234 inches long, 96.54 inches wide and 106.2 inches high, offers a habitable area of ​​156 square feet. Despite being compact, You have everything you need for a small family. It includes a bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen and a bath divided into two areas: one wet and one dry. In addition, the house is designed to offer a luminous and ventilated atmosphere, thanks to its large windows that allow the entry of natural light. One of the most outstanding features of this mini house It is its strong steel structure, composed of square steel tubes. This design not only provides resistance, but also Excellent thermal and acoustic insulation capacity. The windows are PVC with double glazing, which improves energy efficiency and offers greater protection against external noise. In addition, safety doors are made of broken bridge aluminum, which makes them resistant to extreme conditions. As for bathroom and kitchen, they are fully equipped to guarantee comfort and functionality. The bathroom includes a toilet, a sink, a mirror, a water heater and a private shower area. For its part, the kitchen has cabinets, taps, and cold and hot water connections, as well as a sink. In addition, the mini house It has prefabricated electrical and plumbing systems that meet the standards of the United States, which facilitates the installation and ensures its correct operation. In adverse climatic times we live today, This house offers you resistance to wind, earthquakes, fire and water, with a classification of fire resistance class A. According to the manufacturer, it is capable of supporting winds to level 11 and earthquakes up to level 9, which makes it a safe option even in seismic areas or extreme climates. All these parameters are in controlled environments and are expressed by the company that produces them, through Amazon. Despite all climatic security qualities, Amazon clarifies that if you place this mini house in an area with intense snowfall, You must regularly remove snow accumulation. The snow thickness should not exceed 2 meters (6.6 feet) To avoid structural damage. This precaution will ensure that the house is maintained in optimal conditions throughout the year. The exterior and the color of the house can be personalized according to buyer preferences. One of the great advantages of this mini house is its ease of installation. Can be mounted in just 10 minuteswhich significantly reduces labor and material costs. Its modular design allows it to adapt it to different locations, from urban areas to remote areas. You may also be interested: (Tagstotranslate) Amazon

They reveal video of the arrest of Chileans in Ohio suspected of robbing Joe Burrow’s house

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On January 10, four people of Chilean nationality were arrested in Ohio for being suspects of the robbery at the house of Joe Burrow. This Thursday the images of the police ‘body cam’ were revealed and one of the detainees had a winter hat of Cincinnati Bengals. The video was broadcast by Ohio State Highway Patrol. An improper lane change caused him to be detained during a traffic stop. Later, officers smelled marijuana in the vehicle. This led to a search of the car. Inside, they discovered a t-shirt with a design of L.S.U. (LOuisiana State University). They also found punchers to break windows. In the clip you can see the moment in which the co-pilot was wearing a winter hat of Cincinnati Bengals. The four South Americans were identified as Alexander Chávez, Bastian Morales, Jordan Sánchez and Sergio Cabello. More of the body camera footage from Ohio State Hwy patrol when they stopped 4 Chilean men accused or breaking into luxury homes possibly even Joe Burrow’s. @WLWT pic.twitter.com/evZvkQBuOO — Karin Johnson WLWT (@karinjohnson) January 23, 2025 The group must go to court, where they face at least four crimes. Among them possession of criminal tools and participation in a criminal gang. The robbery charges are pending as the investigation into his alleged responsibility in the robbery of the home of Joe Burrow. Robbery of Joe Burrow The robbery of the mansion Joe Burrow It occurred while I was outside the city of Ohio playing a match against Dallas Cowboys in Texas. The incident occurred on December 9. 24 hours later, the office of the Hamilton County Sheriff reported the theft. “The room of the home was ransacked. Mr. J. Burrow “He was out of town and could not provide details about what items were taken from the house,” they said. Burglaries at sports stars’ homes continue on a wave. Last Wednesday it was learned that on January 17 at night, the house of the star of the NBA Ty Jerome in Los Angeles. Next to Burrow and Jerome Stars such as Jaylen Brown in Bostonthe players of Kansas City Chief Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes; the power forward of the Milwaukee Bucks Bobby Portis and the base of the Minnesota Timberwolves Mike Conley Jr. Keep reading:· Four Chileans arrested in Ohio for robbery at Joe Burrow’s mansion· NBA star Ty Jerome’s home raided· Joe Burrow spends $2.9 million on a replica of Batman’s ‘Batmobile’

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