Solar Balconies Are Booming in Germany and You Can Plug in and Install Them Yourself

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Yannick Morin
April 26, 2024

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đŸ—“ïž Did you know that on April 26th, 1986, one of the most infamous nuclear accidents in history occurred at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant in Ukraine? It was a significant event that had long-lasting effects on the environment and public health, highlighting the importance of safety in nuclear energy production. On a lighter note, April 26th is also celebrated as "Alien Day" by fans of the "Alien" film franchise, a nod to the moon LV-426 featured in the movies. So, whether you're pondering the mysteries of the universe or just enjoying some sci-fi, April 26th has got you covered!

Masterpieces Saved from Notre Dame Fire Now Restored and Back on View: It’s ‘Miraculous’

La Nativité, Jérôme Francken, 1585 © DRAC Île de France –Permission from Cultival Agency Paris, France (cropped)

Hey, check this out! You know those awesome historical artworks from Notre-Dame that dodged the fire back in 2019? Well, they’re finally getting their time to shine! They’re called the Mays of Notre-Dame, and they're a bunch of massive religious paintings from the 17th century. Turns out, they haven’t been on display together for like, forever—over 160 years! Why? Because this dude Eugene Viollet-le-Duc, who was all about preserving the cathedral’s vibe, wasn’t a fan, so he stashed them away in the side chapels.

But get this, when the fire hit, those side chapels were like, the safest spot! So now, they’re prepping to show off these bad boys in all their glory at an exhibition starting this April. You’ll get to see them in the same order they were painted, just like they were back in the day. It’s like stepping into a time machine of religious art, with scenes from Greece, the Bible, and Rome all telling their stories in these huge paintings. Plus, there’s other cool stuff from the cathedral on display too, like tapestries and whatnot. It’s gonna be epic! (Source)

Solar Balconies Are Booming in Germany and You Can Plug in and Install Them Yourself

A solar balcony from Ertex Solar Austria.

Hey, did you hear about the latest trend in Central Europe? People are decking out their balcony rails with solar panels! It’s like bringing a little sunshine to your own doorstep, right? Apparently, to celebrate 70 years of solar cells, a bunch of households in Germany—like, 400,000 of them—have already hopped on the solar balcony bandwagon. And get this, in just the first quarter of 2024, they added like 50,000 more of those bad boys!

The cool thing is, these solar panels are super easy to set up, like DIY style. And get this, during the winter months when the sun’s kinda slacking, these balcony panels might actually outshine the ones on your roof! Plus, they’re way safer and might even save you some cash on installation fees. It’s like bringing renewable energy to places where rooftop panels just can’t reach. Germany’s totally leading the charge in solar power, making the rest of Europe take notice! (Source)

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Today's Birthday Spotlight: Celebrating Jordana Brewster's Special Day!

Jordana Brewster was born on April 26, 1980. She was born in Panama City, Panama. Her mother, Maria João (née Leal de Sousa), is a former Brazilian swimsuit model, and her father, Alden Brewster, is an American investment banker.

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📾 Feast Your Eyes on Today's Stunning Snapshot Series: The Ever-Gorgeous Paulina Gaitán

Did you know that Paulina GaitĂĄn began her acting career at a very young age? She made her debut in Mexican television at the age of 9 in the series "La Culpa" in 1996. This early start set the stage for her successful career in acting, leading to roles in acclaimed films and television series both in Mexico and internationally.

Let's get right back to the main event we've all been waiting for: those smoking hot Paulina GaitĂĄn pictures!

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