As part of his quest to find the best affordable generator for his DIY hydroelectric power system, [FarmCraft101] is trying out a range of off-the-shelf and DIY solutions, with in his most recent ...

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Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Monday, Jan. 12, 2026. By New York Times Games Good morning, dear connectors. Welcome to today’s Connections forum, where you can give and ...

In a survival situation, power becomes one of the first things to disappear. This episode of Zombie Survival Tips shows how a simple 12 volt battery can be used in unexpected ways. The hack is ...

There’s no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to batteries, especially those used in automotive applications. For electric vehicles, automakers use different chemistries, cell formats and pack ...

You try to turn on your car, and it just won’t start. Maybe the dashboard doesn’t even light up. A likely cause: The 12-volt battery is dead. All cars lose a little battery power when parked. If you ...

Turning cheap daytime solar into electricity you can actually use at night just got a lot cheaper. A new analysis from energy think tank Ember shows that utility-scale battery storage costs have ...

Have you been playing Connections, the super fun word game from the New York Times that has people sharing those multi-colored squares on social media like they did with Wordle? It’s pretty fun and ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Kris Holt is a writer who covers video games and word games. Hey there, Connectors! The weekend is almost here. But wait! Don’t ...

While car batteries die more quickly in hot weather, keeping on top of things during the winter is still essential. Here's why: Cold temperatures reduce a battery's cranking power. A battery that's ...