National (U.S.)
Senate Votes To Give FDA Regulatory Power Over Tobacco
"An Ohio Newspaper Has A New Star Writer. It Isn’t Human."
"At the 184-year-old Cleveland Plain Dealer, a top editor’s push to let AI draft news articles is boosting traffic — and spooking staffers."
"This Tiny Tracker Monitors Monarch Migration"
"The amazing monarch butterfly is as beautiful as it is mysterious. Every year, monarchs take part in an epic relay, with each generation playing a different but vital role."
Facing Its 3rd Data Center, Iowa County Rolls Out Extensive Zoning Rules
"Linn County has adopted some of the nation’s strictest data center zoning rules. Residents say the protections aren’t enough."
"Are ‘Climate Hushers’ Lurking in the Democratic Party?"
"A push to emphasize affordability isn’t climate hushing, its advocates say. But a Democratic think tank has suggested this recalibration is in order — and some in the party are tweaking their messaging."
Cheniere Got $370 Million IRS Windfall for Using LNG as ‘Alternative’ Fuel
"The country’s largest exporter of liquefied natural gas benefited from what critics say is a questionable IRS interpretation of tax credits."
"More States Look To Virtual Power Plants To Fight Rising Electric Bills"
"As of last year, 34 states have programs that call on utilities to use smart thermostats and water heaters, batteries and EV chargers, and energy management systems at businesses and factories to combat rising electricity rates."
"FEMA Allots $5B In Disaster Aid — After Noem Spending Halt"
"The payments to states drain a large share of FEMA’s budget reserves, raising questions about the agency’s ability to respond to disasters."
N. Dakota Judge Finalizes $345M Judgment Against Greenpeace In Pipeline Case
"A North Dakota judge on Friday finalized a $345m judgment against Greenpeace in a lawsuit pursued by pipeline company Energy Transfer over the environmental group’s role in protests against the construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline."











