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EPA may ease regulation of chemical plastic recycling, and environmentalists worry

The Environmental Protection Agency is reconsidering whether facilities that recycle plastic chemically should be held to the same strict air pollution standards as incinerators

EPA may ease regulation of chemical plastic recycling, and environmentalists worry
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EU and US near critical minerals deal to combat Chinese control, Bloomberg News reports

The European Union and Washington are closing in on an agreement to coordinate on producing and securing critical minerals, Bloomberg News reported on Friday. 

EU and US near critical minerals deal to combat Chinese control, Bloomberg News reports
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Runaway wolf in South Korea inspires meme coin and presidential concern

A wolf that escaped from its enclosure in a South Korean zoo has spent three days on the loose, captivating the public, spawning a cryptocurrency meme coin and even

Runaway wolf in South Korea inspires meme coin and presidential concern
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Storm chaser captures video of tornado in southern Minnesota

Storm chaser captures video of tornado in southern Minnesota

Storm chaser captures video of tornado in southern Minnesota
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Indonesia's Prabowo calls for criminal charges against firms resisting forest crackdown

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto ordered prosecutors on Friday to file criminal charges against companies that refuse to cooperate with a task force he launched to

Indonesia's Prabowo calls for criminal charges against firms resisting forest crackdown
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World Food Programme warns Lebanon facing food security crisis due to Iran war

Lebanon is facing a food security crisis due to Israel's offensive against militant group Hezbollah, which has disrupted supplies of goods and pushed

World Food Programme warns Lebanon facing food security crisis due to Iran war
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Lithium bulls set to gatecrash Chile's copper party

Chile is set to break with precedent and open its annual global copper gathering next week with a day of panels devoted

Lithium bulls set to gatecrash Chile's copper party
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Glencore buys 45% stake in South Carolina aluminium recycling plant

Glencore on Friday said it acquired a 45% stake in an aluminium recycling and remelting plant near Charleston, South Carolina, strengthening the London-listed miner's position in

Glencore buys 45% stake in South Carolina aluminium recycling plant
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Estonia says detaining Russia's tankers in Baltic Sea is too risky

NATO member Estonia will refrain from detaining Russia's "shadow fleet" vessels in the Baltic Sea, worried that seizing oil tankers

Estonia says detaining Russia's tankers in Baltic Sea is too risky
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Big Tech puts financial heft behind next-gen nuclear power as AI demand surges

Big Tech is reshaping the funding landscape for new nuclear technologies as it seeks to bolster electricity supply for power-hungry AI data centers, inking deals

Big Tech puts financial heft behind next-gen nuclear power as AI demand surges
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After years of war with Russia, Ukraine's farmers are hit by Iran conflict

Mykola Maliienko, who farms the rich, black soil of central Ukraine and exports crops

After years of war with Russia, Ukraine's farmers are hit by Iran conflict
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Why Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon prayer services challenge traditional notions of separation of church and state – but might be blessed by the Roberts Supreme Court

When government officials hold prayer services, quote scripture and engage in religious proselytizing at the workplace, is it religious freedom – or an old-fashioned First Amendment violation?

Why Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon prayer services challenge traditional notions of separation of church and state – but might be blessed by the Roberts Supreme Court
Environment|Health|Science

Salty drinking water could be increasing your blood pressure – people living in coastal areas are most at risk

As sea levels rise, increasing amounts of salt water are leaking into freshwater supplies worldwide.

Salty drinking water could be increasing your blood pressure – people living in coastal areas are most at risk
Education|Environment|Science

Your local fishing hole is getting browner, changing which fish species thrive and which ones struggle

People who are trying to fish – or manage the ecosystems – in darker waters may need to adapt to different water conditions.

Your local fishing hole is getting browner, changing which fish species thrive and which ones struggle
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Hyundai to recall over 294,000 US vehicles over seat belt anchor defect

Hyundai Motor America is recalling 294,128 vehicles in the U.S. due to a defect that could cause seat belt anchors to detach, the U.S.

Hyundai to recall over 294,000 US vehicles over seat belt anchor defect
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Oil ends lower ahead of U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks, posts steepest weekly loss since 2022

Oil futures settled lower on Friday and posted their biggest weekly decline since 2022 ahead of talks between Iran and the U.S. aimed at securing a

Oil ends lower ahead of U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks, posts steepest weekly loss since 2022
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Trump says US will have Strait of Hormuz 'open fairly soon'

President Donald Trump told reporters on Friday that the U.S. will have the Strait of Hormuz "open fairly soon" but did not elaborate

Trump says US will have Strait of Hormuz 'open fairly soon'
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What the Trump tax breaks giveth, the gasoline pump taketh away

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What the Trump tax breaks giveth, the gasoline pump taketh away
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Artemis II moon mission unifies politically divided Americans in wonder

NASA's Artemis II mission, the world's first astronaut voyage to the moon in over half a century, has captivated Americans young and

Artemis II moon mission unifies politically divided Americans in wonder
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Rio Tinto's US boron assets draw interest from bidders, Bloomberg News reports

Rio Tinto's U.S. assets that produce the critical mineral boron have drawn interest from more than a dozen potential bidders and could be valued as much as $2 billion, Bloomberg

Rio Tinto's US boron assets draw interest from bidders, Bloomberg News reports
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US blockade of Iran will be major military endeavor, experts say

A U.S. naval blockade of Iran is a major, open-ended military endeavor that could trigger fresh retaliation from Tehran and put tremendous strain on an

US blockade of Iran will be major military endeavor, experts say
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Middle East war to cut growth, deliver cascading impact, World Bank chief says

The war in the Middle East will have a cascading impact on the global economy, even if a ceasefire announced by U.S.

Middle East war to cut growth, deliver cascading impact, World Bank chief says
Education|Environment|Science

Massive pile of melting snow reveals crushed DPW car in Massachusetts. Why the city says vehicles were buried on purpose.

Massive pile of melting snow reveals crushed DPW car in Massachusetts. Why the city says vehicles were buried on purpose.

Massive pile of melting snow reveals crushed DPW car in Massachusetts. Why the city says vehicles were buried on purpose.
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After pileup, Colorado tourist town of Georgetown opened community center, restaurants to I-70 travelers

After pileup, Colorado tourist town of Georgetown opened community center, restaurants to I-70 travelers

After pileup, Colorado tourist town of Georgetown opened community center, restaurants to I-70 travelers
Environment|Political|World

Flotilla carrying activists and aid for Palestinians in Gaza sets sail from Spain

Dozens of boats carrying activists and aid for Palestinians in Gaza have set sail from the northeastern Spanish city of Barcelona

Flotilla carrying activists and aid for Palestinians in Gaza sets sail from Spain
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Irish police move to break blockade of oil refinery by protesters angry at fuel prices

Irish police took action to clear protesters blockading the country's only oil refinery on Saturday after a senior government minister said protests over surging fuel

Irish police move to break blockade of oil refinery by protesters angry at fuel prices
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South Korea close to securing oil supplies from Kazakhstan, minister says

South Korea is close to securing crude oil supplies from Kazakhstan, the industry minister said on

South Korea close to securing oil supplies from Kazakhstan, minister says
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Iran aims to restore majority of refining capability within two months, oil ministry official says

Iran expects to restore most damaged refining and distribution facilities to 70–80% of their pre-attack capacity within one to two months, a senior oil official said, as

Iran aims to restore majority of refining capability within two months, oil ministry official says
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Economic shock of Middle East war to cast shadow over IMF, World Bank meetings

Top finance officials from around the world will convene in Washington this week under the shadow of the war in the Middle East, which has delivered a

Economic shock of Middle East war to cast shadow over IMF, World Bank meetings
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Philippines says any energy deals with China must respect its sovereignty

The Philippines said on Sunday that any decision to pursue oil and gas cooperation with China would be made strictly in line with its constitution and respect its

Philippines says any energy deals with China must respect its sovereignty
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Audi Q5 vs BMW X3, an Edmunds luxury SUV comparison

The Audi Q5 and BMW X3 are among the most popular options for shoppers interested in a small luxury SUV

Audi Q5 vs BMW X3, an Edmunds luxury SUV comparison
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US FTC in settlement talks with ad companies in boycott probe, WSJ reports

The U.S.

US FTC in settlement talks with ad companies in boycott probe, WSJ reports
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Pileup of about 70 vehicles on Interstate 70 in Colorado sends 8 to the hospital

Officials say crashes involving about 70 vehicles have bottlenecked a section of a snowy Colorado highway and sent eight people to the hospital

Pileup of about 70 vehicles on Interstate 70 in Colorado sends 8 to the hospital
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Oil whiplash: Iran war shock to flip market to deficit in 2026, analysts say

The sharp hit to global oil production from the Iran war is poised to flip the oil market into a supply deficit this year, analysts say, a huge

Oil whiplash: Iran war shock to flip market to deficit in 2026, analysts say
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets

GFL nears deal to buy Secure Waste for over $4.3 billion, Bloomberg News reports

Waste management company GFL Environmental is nearing a deal to acquire Canada's Secure Waste Infrastructure in a deal valued at over C$6 billion ($4.33 billion), Bloomberg News

GFL nears deal to buy Secure Waste for over $4.3 billion, Bloomberg News reports
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US, Indonesia discussing proposal allowing US military overflight in Indonesian airspace, defence ministry says

Indonesia and the United States are discussing a proposal to give U.S. military aircraft access over Indonesian

US, Indonesia discussing proposal allowing US military overflight in Indonesian airspace, defence ministry says
Africa|Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

Millions of people in Sudan surviving on one meal a day as food crisis deepens, NGOs say

Millions of people in Sudan are surviving on just one meal a day, as the country's food crisis deepens and threatens to spread, according to a report

Millions of people in Sudan surviving on one meal a day as food crisis deepens, NGOs say
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Russia calls for joint food reserves with BRICS to counter Middle East crisis risks

Russia, the world's largest wheat exporter, should create joint food reserves with fellow BRICS members and former Soviet neighbours to counter the risks

Russia calls for joint food reserves with BRICS to counter Middle East crisis risks
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Volkswagen's first-quarter deliveries drop 4% on weak China, US

Volkswagen reported a 4% fall in global deliveries in the first three months of 2026, as weak demand in China and the U.S. weighed on the German automaker.

Volkswagen's first-quarter deliveries drop 4% on weak China, US
Business|Environment|MidEast|World

Diplomatic push underway on Hormuz fertiliser proposal, UN says, as shortages bite

A diplomatic push is under way on a U.N.-led proposal to ensure safe passage for fertiliser shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, the U.N. said on

Diplomatic push underway on Hormuz fertiliser proposal, UN says, as shortages bite
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Baker Hughes to sell Waygate unit to Hexagon for about $1.45 billion

Baker Hughes said on Monday it will sell its unit, Waygate Technologies, to Sweden-based Hexagon for about $1.45 billion in cash, as the

Baker Hughes to sell Waygate unit to Hexagon for about $1.45 billion
Asia|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Spanish premier urges China to take bigger role in multipolar order

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez on Monday said China should take on a more substantial role with issues including climate change, security, defense and the fight

Spanish premier urges China to take bigger role in multipolar order
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Medical scans and chips: the hidden fallout of the Iran war for China

Medical scans and chips: the hidden fallout of the Iran war for China

Medical scans and chips: the hidden fallout of the Iran war for China
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China weighs curbs on exports of solar manufacturing equipment to US

Chinese officials have held initial talks with providers of equipment to make solar panels as they consider limiting exports of the most advanced technology

China weighs curbs on exports of solar manufacturing equipment to US
Africa|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|World

Countries pledge nearly $1.8 billion to ease Sudan hunger crisis

An international conference to raise funding commitments for Sudan has produced pledges of more than 1.5 billion euros ($1.77 billion)

Countries pledge nearly $1.8 billion to ease Sudan hunger crisis
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Bezos-backed EV firm Slate Auto raises $650 million

Electric vehicle company Slate Auto on Monday said it has raised $650 million in a Series C funding round, as the Jeff Bezos-backed firm gears up to deliver its first vehicles

Bezos-backed EV firm Slate Auto raises $650 million
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Venezuela hopes to lure back international miners, but it's a risky business

Venezuela's https://www.reuters.com/world/venezuela/ effort to attract foreign investors to develop its gold, iron and

Venezuela hopes to lure back international miners, but it's a risky business
Economy|Environment|Health|Science|World

Colombia to control hippo population through euthanasia

Colombia will launch a plan in the second half of 2026 to control its invasive hippopotamus population, including euthanizing an initial 80 animals, Environment Minister

Colombia to control hippo population through euthanasia
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Oil prices jump 4% on US blockade of Iran after talks break down

Oil prices climbed about 4% on Monday after the U.S. military began a blockade nL6N40V09S of ships leaving Iran's ports, drawing threatened retaliation

Oil prices jump 4% on US blockade of Iran after talks break down
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From Boston to Denver, US drivers cut back as Iran war pushes fuel costs higher

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From Boston to Denver, US drivers cut back as Iran war pushes fuel costs higher
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AI-boosted hacks with Anthropic’s Mythos could have dire consequences for banks

Anthropic's Mythos, a new AI model the company and cybersecurity experts warn could supercharge complex cyberattacks, poses significant challenges

AI-boosted hacks with Anthropic’s Mythos could have dire consequences for banks
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

Surging petrol prices drive record EV sales in Europe in March

High petrol prices in Europe steered car buyers towards EVs in a record-beating March, and led to the first month of global EV sales growth this year, data by

Surging petrol prices drive record EV sales in Europe in March
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Texas attorney general probes Lululemon over potential 'forever chemicals' in its activewear

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into athleisure brand Lululemon over the potential presence of "forever chemicals" in its activewear, he said on

Texas attorney general probes Lululemon over potential 'forever chemicals' in its activewear
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Protracted Hormuz crisis could trigger agrifood catastrophe, UN food agency says

A prolonged crisis in the Strait of Hormuz could trigger a global agrifood catastrophe by disrupting fertiliser and energy exports, driving up food prices and squeezing crop

Protracted Hormuz crisis could trigger agrifood catastrophe, UN food agency says
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Japan naphtha-dependent firms flag supply issues despite government assurances

Japanese companies whose output is dependent on naphtha or naphtha-based products are halting orders or slashing production

Japan naphtha-dependent firms flag supply issues despite government assurances
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ANZ expects Brent crude to end 2026 at $88/barrel on Middle East supply losses

ANZ said on Tuesday it expects Brent crude to trade above $90 per barrel in 2026 before ending the year at $88 due to a loss of supply from the Middle East conflict.

ANZ expects Brent crude to end 2026 at $88/barrel on Middle East supply losses
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Iran to allocate part of oil revenues for reconstruction after attacks, minister says

Iranian oil sales in recent weeks have been favourable and part of the revenue will be allocated to repairing damage to industry caused by wartime attacks, Iran's oil

Iran to allocate part of oil revenues for reconstruction after attacks, minister says
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Pope says he will continue to speak out against war after Trump attack

Pope Leo told Reuters on Monday that he plans to continue speaking out against

Pope says he will continue to speak out against war after Trump attack
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Under pressure: Tracking the pain in G7 government debt

The world's major economies have seen their debt levels surge in recent years, while ever-

Under pressure: Tracking the pain in G7 government debt
Environment|Science|World

Tornado threat ramps up across central US a day after destructive tornadoes in Kansas

Tornado threat ramps up across central US a day after destructive tornadoes in Kansas

Tornado threat ramps up across central US a day after destructive tornadoes in Kansas
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Philippines seeks US extension on waiver to buy Russian oil

The Philippines' Secretary of Energy Sharon Garin on Tuesday said the country has asked the United States to extend a waiver to purchase Russian oil and petroleum products

Philippines seeks US extension on waiver to buy Russian oil
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China Evergrande's billionaire boss falls from circles of power to fraud plea

Mingling with power brokers at centenary celebrations of the Chinese Communist Party on July 1, 2021, a beaming Hui Ka Yan betrayed no sign of the pressure

China Evergrande's billionaire boss falls from circles of power to fraud plea
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Spain, China pledge closer ties in the face of threats to world order

Europe and China must forge closer ties to counter threats to multilateralism, Spanish Premier Pedro Sanchez said on Tuesday after meeting Chinese

Spain, China pledge closer ties in the face of threats to world order
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Delta Air Lines scales back sustainable fuel and net-zero targets, Bloomberg News Reports

Delta Air Lines quietly removed two key environmental targets from its sustainability webpage late last week, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday.

Delta Air Lines scales back sustainable fuel and net-zero targets, Bloomberg News Reports
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Trump's voting restrictions bill may fail, but parts live on in 23 states

The SAVE America Act looks set to die in Congress, but 23 mostly Republican-led U.S. states have recently changed their voting procedures to mirror key aspects of

Trump's voting restrictions bill may fail, but parts live on in 23 states
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Industry group cuts global steel demand forecast for 2026 due to Iran war

The World Steel Association on Tuesday cut its forecast for global crude steel demand this year, partly due to the Iran war slashing consumption in the

Industry group cuts global steel demand forecast for 2026 due to Iran war
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War-weary markets filter out noise

By Mike Dolan April 14 - What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets Markets are clinging to hopes that there will be an eventual breakthrough in

War-weary markets filter out noise
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Jet fuel shock from Iran war worsens crisis for global airlines

Air travel's worst crisis in years lurched deeper on Tuesday as Qantas Airways warned of spiralling costs,

Jet fuel shock from Iran war worsens crisis for global airlines
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Cuba's top destinations deserted, without power or fuel under US sanctions

The sun is setting in Pálpite, a small town on the edge of Cuba's vast Zapata Swamp, when suddenly the road swarms with activity.

Cuba's top destinations deserted, without power or fuel under US sanctions
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US, Iran may resume talks this week despite port blockade

Talks to end the Iran war could resume in Pakistan over the next two days, U.S.

US, Iran may resume talks this week despite port blockade
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Global satellite internet companies at a glance

Amazon.com said on Tuesday it would buy satellite company Globalstar in an $11.57 billion deal, as it looks to take on bigger rival SpaceX's Starlink.

Global satellite internet companies at a glance
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US solar and wind contract prices rose sharply in first quarter

U.S. solar and wind contract prices rose sharply in the first quarter as project developers faced tariffs, labor shortages and permitting challenges amid soaring demand for power

US solar and wind contract prices rose sharply in first quarter
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Camp Mystic director breaks down in court saying he wished he had more information before catastrophic flood

Camp Mystic director breaks down in court saying he wished he had more information before catastrophic flood

Camp Mystic director breaks down in court saying he wished he had more information before catastrophic flood
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Stagflation in EU is worst scenario, we are not yet there -Eurogroup chair

Stagflation in Europe as a result of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran is the worst case scenario and we are not yet there, the chairman of euro zone finance ministers

Stagflation in EU is worst scenario, we are not yet there -Eurogroup chair
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Super Typhoon Sinlaku pounds remote US islands in the Pacific Ocean with ferocious winds

A super typhoon steadily battered a pair of remote U.S. islands in the Pacific Ocean with ferocious winds and relentless rains

Super Typhoon Sinlaku pounds remote US islands in the Pacific Ocean with ferocious winds
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Fertiliser shortages due to Iran war are a key worry for developing world, UN agency says

Fertiliser shortages due to the Iran war are a pressing concern for developing countries and gains from rising oil and gas prices for developing

Fertiliser shortages due to Iran war are a key worry for developing world, UN agency says
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Amazon's $11.6 billion Globalstar deal will not fix rocket launch bottleneck, analysts say

Amazon's $11.6 billion deal to buy Globalstar bolsters its space ambitions with satellites and wireless airwaves, but will not fix the crippling shortage of rocket

Amazon's $11.6 billion Globalstar deal will not fix rocket launch bottleneck, analysts say
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Iran war promises green edge for Asia as plastic packaging runs short

An 'eco-friendly' range of paper tubes and pouches touted by Yonwoo, a South Korean maker of packaging for cosmetics, has

Iran war promises green edge for Asia as plastic packaging runs short
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

US solar cell maker Suniva investing $350 million in South Carolina expansion

U.S. solar manufacturer Suniva said on Tuesday it will invest $350 million in a South Carolina cell factory, with production starting in early 2027.

US solar cell maker Suniva investing $350 million in South Carolina expansion
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US truckers' diesel spending hits record high on Middle East conflict

The more than 3 million U.S. truckers who move goods for everything from grocery stores to factories to construction sites

US truckers' diesel spending hits record high on Middle East conflict
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War spurs EU plan for electricity tax cuts, faster shift from fossil fuels, draft shows

The European Union plans to reduce electricity taxes and expand clean technologies faster to cut consumers' exposure to soaring oil and gas prices, as

War spurs EU plan for electricity tax cuts, faster shift from fossil fuels, draft shows
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NAACP sues Musk's xAI, alleging illegal operation of gas turbines

The largest U.S. civil rights group on Tuesday sued xAI and a subsidiary, claiming they illegally operated more than two dozen gas turbines in Mississippi to power its

NAACP sues Musk's xAI, alleging illegal operation of gas turbines
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Chilean copper miner Codelco, contractors fined after deadly mine collapse

Chilean state copper miner Codelco was fined by labor authorities after last year's deadly collapse at its El Teniente mine, while three contractors whose

Chilean copper miner Codelco, contractors fined after deadly mine collapse
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China Evergrande founder pleads guilty to fraud in Shenzhen court

The founder of China Evergrande Group, the world's most indebted property developer, pleaded guilty to eight charges including misuse of funds, fundraising

China Evergrande founder pleads guilty to fraud in Shenzhen court
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New York mayor names East Harlem as first site for city-run grocery store

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Tuesday named East Harlem as the first site for a city-run grocery store, choosing a neighborhood where the

New York mayor names East Harlem as first site for city-run grocery store
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Volkswagen faces Q1 charge after halting EV production in Tennessee, analysts say

Volkswagen is expected to take a hit to first-quarter earnings from the decision to end production of its ID.4 electric SUV at the German carmaker's Tennessee plant,

Volkswagen faces Q1 charge after halting EV production in Tennessee, analysts say
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OpenAI unveils GPT-5.4-Cyber a week after rival's announcement of AI model

OpenAI on Tuesday unveiled GPT-5.4-Cyber, a variant of its latest flagship model fine-tuned specifically for defensive cybersecurity work, following rival Anthropic's announcement

OpenAI unveils GPT-5.4-Cyber a week after rival's announcement of AI model
Economy|Environment|Technology

Maine legislature approves first US moratorium on big data centers

Maine lawmakers have passed a bill that could make it the first U.S. state to put a moratorium on new

Maine legislature approves first US moratorium on big data centers
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Japan manufacturers' confidence dips most in three years on Middle East concerns: Reuters Poll

Japanese manufacturers' confidence posted its biggest month-on-month drop in more than three years in April, dampened by surging oil prices and supply-

Japan manufacturers' confidence dips most in three years on Middle East concerns: Reuters Poll
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Theater group says Paramount, Warner Bros merger 'harmful' to industry

Paramount Skydance's proposed purchase of Warner Bros Discovery will consolidate too much power in one company and cause harm to consumers and the

Theater group says Paramount, Warner Bros merger 'harmful' to industry
Business|Economy|Environment

In apparent flub, Energy Secretary Wright says US heading 'in the wrong direction'

Energy Secretary Chris Wright raised eyebrows Tuesday after saying the country “looks like we’re going in the wrong direction” in remarks hailing a new natural gas pipeline project

In apparent flub, Energy Secretary Wright says US heading 'in the wrong direction'
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Severe storms accompanied by tornadoes damage communities from the Plains to the Midwest

A day after severe storms damaged communities in the Plains and the Midwest, forecasters are warning that storms could bring giant hail, tornadoes and severe wind gusts to the regions again

Severe storms accompanied by tornadoes damage communities from the Plains to the Midwest
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Camp Mystic official testifies that deaths still haven't officially been reported to state agency

The medical officer for the Texas summer camp where 27 girls were killed in a flood last year has testified that she still has not officially reported the deaths to the state health agency that regulates camps

Camp Mystic official testifies that deaths still haven't officially been reported to state agency
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Bike program pays commuters to ditch their cars

Bike program pays commuters to ditch their cars

Bike program pays commuters to ditch their cars
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King Charles to address joint meeting of Congress and meet privately with Trump on US state visit

King Charles to address joint meeting of Congress and meet privately with Trump on US state visit

King Charles to address joint meeting of Congress and meet privately with Trump on US state visit
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Trump again rejects Colorado amid accusations of playing politics with disaster aid

President Donald Trump has again denied a request from Colorado’s governor to help people affected by wildfires and flooding

Trump again rejects Colorado amid accusations of playing politics with disaster aid
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|Political

Esparto fireworks explosion arraignments delayed as victims' families voice frustration

Esparto fireworks explosion arraignments delayed as victims' families voice frustration

Esparto fireworks explosion arraignments delayed as victims' families voice frustration
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Teen rescued after being kidnapped near bus stop, suspect arrested

Teen rescued after being kidnapped near bus stop, suspect arrested

Teen rescued after being kidnapped near bus stop, suspect arrested
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Ben & Jerry's co-founder wants the company to be independent once more

As Ben & Jerry’s celebrated its annual Free Cone Day on Tuesday, one of the brand’s co-founders was focused on a different sort of freedom

Ben & Jerry's co-founder wants the company to be independent once more
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Artemis II moonshot reflects a spacefaring vision present in Jules Verne’s 19th-century novel

Going to the Moon isn’t just about science. Novelist Jules Verne predicted some of the societal ramifications modern lunar missions are creating today.

Artemis II moonshot reflects a spacefaring vision present in Jules Verne’s 19th-century novel
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New federal figures reveal 1 in 3 US households struggle to pay energy bills, but the reality is likely even worse

Households once confident they could afford energy costs are at risk of falling behind on their bills and are making hard trade-offs to keep the lights on.

New federal figures reveal 1 in 3 US households struggle to pay energy bills, but the reality is likely even worse
Education|Environment|Lifestyle|US

'It was like a war zone': Ottawa couple recalls sheltering from Monday night tornado

'It was like a war zone': Ottawa couple recalls sheltering from Monday night tornado

'It was like a war zone': Ottawa couple recalls sheltering from Monday night tornado
Arts|Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|Lifestyle|MidEast|Science|Technology|Travel|World

War intensifies uncertainty for makers of the ultimate in bling, luxury watches

The annual luxury watch fair “Watches and Wonders” opens this week in Switzerland, with the Iran war casting new doubt over an industry that had hoped to rebound from tariff turmoil and a contracting market over the last two years

War intensifies uncertainty for makers of the ultimate in bling, luxury watches
Environment|Health|Science

Antibiotics can trigger bacteria to release bubbles of inflammation tinder, making it harder to treat infection

Bacteria don’t quietly die when exposed to antibiotics – they actively respond in ways that in turn change how your body responds to infection.

Antibiotics can trigger bacteria to release bubbles of inflammation tinder, making it harder to treat infection
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

What if Texas’ destructive Tax Day flood had centered on inner Houston instead? It’s why cities should plan for the improbable

Computer models of the storm hitting different areas show how much damage is possible, yet flood maps still focus on where flooding is most likely instead.

What if Texas’ destructive Tax Day flood had centered on inner Houston instead? It’s why cities should plan for the improbable
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Economists are putting a price on the Iran war fallout in Asia. It doesn’t look good.

Economists are putting a price on the Iran war fallout in Asia. It doesn’t look good.

Economists are putting a price on the Iran war fallout in Asia. It doesn’t look good.
Arts|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|US

Camp Mystic official says he didn't see flood warnings issued the day before storm hit

The director of the Texas summer camp where 27 campers and counselors were killed by a devastating flood in 2025 said he did not see early federal and state warnings sent the day before the storm hit and that staff had no meetings about the pending danger

Camp Mystic official says he didn't see flood warnings issued the day before storm hit
Asia|Environment|Science|World

Monster typhoon in the Pacific Ocean is bearing down on group of remote US islands

A super typhoon with dangerous winds is taking aim at several remote U.S. islands in the Pacific Ocean

Monster typhoon in the Pacific Ocean is bearing down on group of remote US islands
Arts|Business|Crime|Election|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|Technology|Travel|US|World

Swalwell's exit shakes up a chaotic California governor's race

Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell’s abrupt exit from the race for California governor left his rivals scrambling to lock down his former supporters in a crowded contest with no clear leader

Swalwell's exit shakes up a chaotic California governor's race
Crime|Education|Environment

Alleged white supremacist pleads guilty in fire at Tennessee center that trained civil rights icons

A man linked to white supremacist movements has pleaded guilty to setting a fire that destroyed part of a historic social justice center in Tennessee

Alleged white supremacist pleads guilty in fire at Tennessee center that trained civil rights icons
Business|Economy|Environment

Takeaways from AP and Lee's report on how soybean farmers were impacted by tariffs, Iran war

Midwest soybean farmers are facing an array of compounding issues

Takeaways from AP and Lee's report on how soybean farmers were impacted by tariffs, Iran war
Business|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle

Tree service surprises teen mentee on 14th birthday

Tree service surprises teen mentee on 14th birthday

Tree service surprises teen mentee on 14th birthday
Business|Economy|Environment|Science

'It's been tough': Farmers concerned about low snowpack

'It's been tough': Farmers concerned about low snowpack

'It's been tough': Farmers concerned about low snowpack
Americas|Environment|Science|Travel|US

California ski resort extends its season after a major spring snowstorm

A major spring snowstorm briefly closed a key Northern California interstate and extended the ski season at Mammoth Mountain

California ski resort extends its season after a major spring snowstorm
Environment|Science

What is a severe thunderstorm?

What is a severe thunderstorm?

What is a severe thunderstorm?
Crime|Environment|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Big Sur hikers recount discovery of woman found dead near hot springs

Big Sur hikers recount discovery of woman found dead near hot springs

Big Sur hikers recount discovery of woman found dead near hot springs
Environment|Health|Science

Experts discuss health risks of harmful algal blooms in Southwest Florida

Experts discuss health risks of harmful algal blooms in Southwest Florida

Experts discuss health risks of harmful algal blooms in Southwest Florida
Business|Economy|Environment

Hosting solar can be a lifeline for farmers. But overcoming local opposition is tough

Local opposition to solar has long been an obstacle for green energy developers in the United States, but some communities are working to reverse local restrictions

Hosting solar can be a lifeline for farmers. But overcoming local opposition is tough
Business|Economy|Environment

Already under financial pressure, Midwest soybean farmers are squeezed further by tariffs, Iran war

Midwest soybean farmers are facing an array of compounding issues

Already under financial pressure, Midwest soybean farmers are squeezed further by tariffs, Iran war
Economy|Environment|Political|Technology|World

How the US Navy could blockade Iran’s ports and sweep mines from the Strait of Hormuz

How the US Navy could blockade Iran’s ports and sweep mines from the Strait of Hormuz

How the US Navy could blockade Iran’s ports and sweep mines from the Strait of Hormuz
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Science

Iran war has some US water utilities facing a fluoride shortage

Some U.S. water utilities are reporting that the Middle East war is disrupting their ability to maintain recommended fluoride levels in the drinking water

Iran war has some US water utilities facing a fluoride shortage
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology

Small businesses frustrated over repeated power outages, leading to thousands in losses

Small businesses frustrated over repeated power outages, leading to thousands in losses

Small businesses frustrated over repeated power outages, leading to thousands in losses
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Lifestyle|US

Residents demand action as feral hog sightings, damage increase

Residents demand action as feral hog sightings, damage increase

Residents demand action as feral hog sightings, damage increase
Arts|Crime|Education|Environment|Lifestyle

Incarcerated artists showcase talents at Carytown Spring Artisan Market

Incarcerated artists showcase talents at Carytown Spring Artisan Market

Incarcerated artists showcase talents at Carytown Spring Artisan Market
Environment|Health|Science

Gray whales are dying in San Francisco Bay at an alarming rate – this isn’t normal

In the past, the gray whale population recovered fairly quickly. But data on baby whales show that isn’t happening, and a new study finds an alarmingly high mortality rate.

Gray whales are dying in San Francisco Bay at an alarming rate – this isn’t normal
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

How a new mapping tool helps Florida planners protect wildlife corridors as the state grows

A new mapping tool allows local governments, conservation groups and landowners to understand how their land-use decisions affect wildlife and natural resources.

How a new mapping tool helps Florida planners protect wildlife corridors as the state grows
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Science

Cannabis legalization spurs innovation, but not always in ways that benefit patients or public health

Legal recreational cannabis use comes with an increase in innovation – but tends to focus on what marketers and businesses are interested in, rather than health benefits and risks.

Cannabis legalization spurs innovation, but not always in ways that benefit patients or public health
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political

District school boards have become political hotbeds for book bans and more – here’s what they actually do

School boards have gained attention for taking on controversial issues, such as transgender students participating in sports, but much of their work is administrative.

District school boards have become political hotbeds for book bans and more – here’s what they actually do
Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

The 'really rewarding' reason active-duty soldiers are spending free time renovating this home

The 'really rewarding' reason active-duty soldiers are spending free time renovating this home

The 'really rewarding' reason active-duty soldiers are spending free time renovating this home
Business|Environment|Health|Political|World

A baby born in a tent on a Beirut roadside struggles to survive, her family displaced by war

A newborn baby struggles in a tent along Beirut’s waterfront

A baby born in a tent on a Beirut roadside struggles to survive, her family displaced by war
Economy|Environment|Travel|World

An underwater bus in Havana becomes the ride that matters during Cuba's fuel crisis

In Havana, a special underwater bus has become essential as Cuba faces its worst energy crisis in decades

An underwater bus in Havana becomes the ride that matters during Cuba's fuel crisis
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political

At 100 days rally, Mamdani celebrates and charts a course toward city-run grocery stores

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani rallied to celebrate 100 days in office, boosting his early accomplishments and charting future goals as he pledged to lead with a relentless focus on the city’s working-class

At 100 days rally, Mamdani celebrates and charts a course toward city-run grocery stores
Business|Economy|Environment|Lifestyle

Commercial salmon fishing to open in California for the first time since 2022 as population rebounds

Waters off the coast of California will soon be open to commercial salmon fishing for the first time since 2022

Commercial salmon fishing to open in California for the first time since 2022 as population rebounds
Environment|Science|Technology|World

NASA already has next Artemis flight in its sights following astronauts' triumphant moon flyby

With NASA's lunar comeback a galactic-sized smash, the space agency already has the next Artemis flight in its sights

NASA already has next Artemis flight in its sights following astronauts' triumphant moon flyby
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Dulaney High School community gathers as alum Reid Wiseman makes historic return from space

Dulaney High School community gathers as alum Reid Wiseman makes historic return from space

Dulaney High School community gathers as alum Reid Wiseman makes historic return from space
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Environment|Travel

A 23-story hotel in exclusive Miami locale vanishes in seconds with implosion

A hotel at one of Miami’s most exclusive locations has been demolished to make way for something even bigger

A 23-story hotel in exclusive Miami locale vanishes in seconds with implosion
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Years of drought has major energy port of Corpus Christi, Texas, wrestling with water crisis

The Texas city of Corpus Christi is facing a severe water crisis because of a prolonged drought, and it is a threat not just to residential use but also to the refineries and petrochemical plants in a major energy port

Years of drought has major energy port of Corpus Christi, Texas, wrestling with water crisis
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Why reopening the Strait of Hormuz won’t be enough to solve shipping woes and high oil prices

Why reopening the Strait of Hormuz won’t be enough to solve shipping woes and high oil prices

Why reopening the Strait of Hormuz won’t be enough to solve shipping woes and high oil prices
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|World

Haitians cut back on already scarce food and ask how they'll survive rising fuel prices

Haitians are struggling with rising oil prices due to the conflict in Iran

Haitians cut back on already scarce food and ask how they'll survive rising fuel prices
Environment|Travel|World

Cruise companies to Alaska are avoiding a popular excursion to Tracy Arm after a massive landslide

For years, a popular part of many cruises in southeast Alaska has been sailing up Tracy Arm, a long, narrow fjord marked by steep mountains, glittering waterfalls and calving glaciers

Cruise companies to Alaska are avoiding a popular excursion to Tracy Arm after a massive landslide
Environment

Trump wants to cover a White House office building with ‘magic paint.’ Experts advise against it

Trump wants to cover a White House office building with ‘magic paint.’ Experts advise against it

Trump wants to cover a White House office building with ‘magic paint.’ Experts advise against it
Economy|Environment|US|World

Trump approves disaster requests for at least 7 states. Others await aid decisions

President Donald Trump has approved major disaster declarations for seven states

Trump approves disaster requests for at least 7 states. Others await aid decisions
Business|Economy|Environment|Lifestyle|Travel

Tribal gas stations offer a reprieve from high prices during Iran war

Gas prices are still rising due to the Iran war but drivers are saving by fueling up at tribally owned gas stations

Tribal gas stations offer a reprieve from high prices during Iran war
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Irish police clear demonstrators to reopen refinery as fuel protest causes chaos

Police removed protesters and reopened Ireland’s only oil refinery as a fifth day of disruptive demonstrations over soaring gas prices has left many gas pumps dry and threatened to cripple transportation across the country

Irish police clear demonstrators to reopen refinery as fuel protest causes chaos
Environment

Boulders falling shut down Kamehameha Highway near Waimea Bay, none hurt

Boulders falling shut down Kamehameha Highway near Waimea Bay, none hurt

Boulders falling shut down Kamehameha Highway near Waimea Bay, none hurt
Environment|Science|US|Videos|World

Over a month’s worth of rain has fallen on parts of Hawaii as a storm threatens flooding

Over a month’s worth of rain has fallen on parts of Hawaii as a storm threatens flooding

Over a month’s worth of rain has fallen on parts of Hawaii as a storm threatens flooding
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|World

Gap between rich and poor nations is growing even wider, UN report says

The gap between rich and poor nations is growing even wider as actions agreed to by many countries last year, including overhauling the major global financial institutions, remain unfulfilled promises

Gap between rich and poor nations is growing even wider, UN report says
Environment|Science|Technology|Travel|World

Artemis II astronauts splash down off California’s coast after a historic journey around the moon

Artemis II astronauts splash down off California’s coast after a historic journey around the moon

Artemis II astronauts splash down off California’s coast after a historic journey around the moon
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology

Developer of Massachusetts offshore wind farm sues to stop turbine manufacturer from walking away

The developer of a major Massachusetts offshore wind farm is suing its turbine manufacturer seeking to force it to stay with the project

Developer of Massachusetts offshore wind farm sues to stop turbine manufacturer from walking away
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Environment|Technology|US|World

Five people charged with murder in deadly Northern California fireworks warehouse explosion

Authorities say five people have been charged with murder in a deadly Northern California explosion at a fireworks warehouse that killed seven people

Five people charged with murder in deadly Northern California fireworks warehouse explosion
Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Science

IU biology researcher sentenced, deported for smuggling E. coli DNA from China

IU biology researcher sentenced, deported for smuggling E. coli DNA from China

IU biology researcher sentenced, deported for smuggling E. coli DNA from China
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US and Iran prepare for high-level talks as Israel and Hezbollah trade more fire

With the ceasefire in Iran still shaky, U.S. and Iranian negotiators are heading to Pakistan for high-level talks with Iranian officials

US and Iran prepare for high-level talks as Israel and Hezbollah trade more fire
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Health

'David versus Goliath mentality': Man wins $70 million lawsuit against Tyson Farms

'David versus Goliath mentality': Man wins $70 million lawsuit against Tyson Farms

'David versus Goliath mentality': Man wins $70 million lawsuit against Tyson Farms
Economy|Environment|World

Neighbors helping neighbors: Iowa farmers step up after Nebraska wildfires

Neighbors helping neighbors: Iowa farmers step up after Nebraska wildfires

Neighbors helping neighbors: Iowa farmers step up after Nebraska wildfires
Arts|Environment|Health|Political|Science

Lawmaker uses satirical 'Spinachgate' video to address water pollution and cancer concerns

Lawmaker uses satirical 'Spinachgate' video to address water pollution and cancer concerns

Lawmaker uses satirical 'Spinachgate' video to address water pollution and cancer concerns
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Lifestyle

Family moves to keep Powhatan rural, permanently protects 134 acres for Virginia wildlife

Family moves to keep Powhatan rural, permanently protects 134 acres for Virginia wildlife

Family moves to keep Powhatan rural, permanently protects 134 acres for Virginia wildlife
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|World

Fence installed at prison cliff after inmate's fatal fall

Fence installed at prison cliff after inmate's fatal fall

Fence installed at prison cliff after inmate's fatal fall
Crime|Environment|Lifestyle

'Goats on the run': Police help reunite lost goats with owner

'Goats on the run': Police help reunite lost goats with owner

'Goats on the run': Police help reunite lost goats with owner
Crime|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|World

Man's body found after fire burns home in Maine

Man's body found after fire burns home in Maine

Man's body found after fire burns home in Maine
Economy|Environment|Health|Science|World

Worsening ocean heat waves are 'supercharging' hurricane damage, study finds

Marine heat waves are supercharging the damage caused by hurricanes and tropical cyclones across the globe

Worsening ocean heat waves are 'supercharging' hurricane damage, study finds
Crime|Environment|Lifestyle

Stray dog shootings in Alabama shine light on county with no animal control

Stray dog shootings in Alabama shine light on county with no animal control

Stray dog shootings in Alabama shine light on county with no animal control
Environment|Science|Technology

Climate change is outpacing evolution. Scientists are using DNA to catch up

As climate change outpaces the ability of ecosystems to adapt, scientists are turning to conservation genomics to guide restoration

Climate change is outpacing evolution. Scientists are using DNA to catch up
Business|Crime|Environment|Lifestyle|Travel

FAA investigates close call on LAX taxiway just weeks after LaGuardia runway crash

A Frontier Airlines jet nearly collided with two trucks that crossed in front of it Wednesday night at Los Angeles International Airport

FAA investigates close call on LAX taxiway just weeks after LaGuardia runway crash
Business|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|Sports

MacIntyre gives middle-finger salute as firm, fast Augusta National bites back at the Masters

The opening round of the Masters on Thursday provided a glimpse of just how difficult a dry, fast Augusta National can play

MacIntyre gives middle-finger salute as firm, fast Augusta National bites back at the Masters
Crime|Environment|Lifestyle|US

Beaver 'arrested' in Toms River after gnawing on residents' nerves

Beaver 'arrested' in Toms River after gnawing on residents' nerves

Beaver 'arrested' in Toms River after gnawing on residents' nerves
Economy|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Alpha-gal syndrome from Lone Star tick bites "an emerging public health concern in Massachusetts"

Alpha-gal syndrome from Lone Star tick bites "an emerging public health concern in Massachusetts"

Alpha-gal syndrome from Lone Star tick bites "an emerging public health concern in Massachusetts"
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Lifestyle|MidEast|Political|US|World

How Vance is navigating peace talks with Iran — and his own political future

How Vance is navigating peace talks with Iran — and his own political future

How Vance is navigating peace talks with Iran — and his own political future
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

I found a new meteor shower, and it comes from an asteroid getting broken down by the Sun

A newly identified meteor shower reveals that intense heat is fragmenting a previously unknown asteroid as it passes too close to the Sun.

I found a new meteor shower, and it comes from an asteroid getting broken down by the Sun
Environment|Science|World

Kilauea eruption episode 44 fountains for over 8 hours; tephra chunks falling in nearby areas

Kilauea eruption episode 44 fountains for over 8 hours; tephra chunks falling in nearby areas

Kilauea eruption episode 44 fountains for over 8 hours; tephra chunks falling in nearby areas
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science

Tobacco is still one of the world’s top killers – here are the key obstacles to enacting generational smoking bans

A few US towns have banned cigarette sales to anyone born after a specific date, and several states are considering this path. A psychologist explains why such measures often face stiff resistance.

Tobacco is still one of the world’s top killers – here are the key obstacles to enacting generational smoking bans
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

Gaza marks 6 months of a ceasefire that may offer lessons for the Iran war

Friday marks six months since the ceasefire in Gaza took effect, but progress remains limited

Gaza marks 6 months of a ceasefire that may offer lessons for the Iran war
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Technology|World

China's car exports surge as expectations grow for EV pivot on Iran war energy shock

The China Association of Automobile Manufacturers says Chinese exports of passenger cars have accelerated in March

China's car exports surge as expectations grow for EV pivot on Iran war energy shock
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Irish fuel protests enter fourth day as government seeks to head off shortages, open blocked roads

Protests over high fuel prices in Ireland have entered a fourth day, sparking concerns about fuel shortages and emergency services as demonstrators clogged roads and blocked access to refining and distribution sites around the country

Irish fuel protests enter fourth day as government seeks to head off shortages, open blocked roads
Africa|Economy|Environment|Political|Travel|World

A country-by-country glance at Pope Leo XIV's trip to Africa

Pope Leo XIV’s trip to Africa is so dizzying in its complexity it recalls some of the early globetrotting odysseys of St. John Paul II

A country-by-country glance at Pope Leo XIV's trip to Africa