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Solemn 75-mile walk honors migrants who died crossing the Sonoran Desert into the US

Solemn 75-mile walk honors migrants who died crossing the Sonoran Desert into the US

Solemn 75-mile walk honors migrants who died crossing the Sonoran Desert into the US
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

US-Iran talks are heating up again. But the danger isn’t over for gas prices

US-Iran talks are heating up again. But the danger isn’t over for gas prices

US-Iran talks are heating up again. But the danger isn’t over for gas prices
Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

US picks potential partners for using Cold War-era plutonium as fuel

The U.S. said on Tuesday it had chosen five companies, including Oklo, to enter advanced talks over potentially using its Cold War-era plutonium as a

US picks potential partners for using Cold War-era plutonium as fuel
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|US

'I have to for my daughter': Grieving mom watches lifeguards return to South Haven

'I have to for my daughter': Grieving mom watches lifeguards return to South Haven

'I have to for my daughter': Grieving mom watches lifeguards return to South Haven
Environment|Political|Science|World

Remnants of Assad's chemical weapons program recovered, Syrian official says

Syria's transitional leadership has located remnants of former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's clandestine chemical weapons program, including raw

Remnants of Assad's chemical weapons program recovered, Syrian official says
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Oil giant BP ousts new chairman over 'conduct' and shares slide

BP has ousted its chairman over what it called serious concerns related to “important governance standards, oversight and conduct.”

Oil giant BP ousts new chairman over 'conduct' and shares slide
Business|Economy|Environment

Christmas tree farm fights back after pipeline company cuts down hundreds of trees, owner refuses NDA

Christmas tree farm fights back after pipeline company cuts down hundreds of trees, owner refuses NDA

Christmas tree farm fights back after pipeline company cuts down hundreds of trees, owner refuses NDA
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Energy shock persistence to decide ECB's next move, Sleijpen says

The persistence of energy price shocks will be a key factor guiding the European Central Bank's next policy decision, Dutch central bank chief

Energy shock persistence to decide ECB's next move, Sleijpen says
Business|Environment|Health|World

Hidden tunnels, fake doors: China probes mining tragedy that killed 82

Unmarked tunnels, missing trackers and fake doors have been uncovered during an initial probe into the deadliest mining tragedy in China in over

Hidden tunnels, fake doors: China probes mining tragedy that killed 82
Business|Economy|Environment|World

BP ousts Chair Manifold over governance and conduct issues

BP has removed Chairman Albert Manifold with immediate effect, it said on Tuesday, citing governance standards, oversight and conduct issues just months after he was appointed to

BP ousts Chair Manifold over governance and conduct issues
Environment|Health|Sports|World

Casper Ruud says sweltering conditions made him feel like a ‘zombie’ as he reaches French Open 2nd round

Casper Ruud says sweltering conditions made him feel like a ‘zombie’ as he reaches French Open 2nd round

Casper Ruud says sweltering conditions made him feel like a ‘zombie’ as he reaches French Open 2nd round
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|World

Supreme Court rejects Florida's bid to sue Western states over truck licenses for immigrants

The Supreme Court has rejected Florida’s long shot attempt to sue California and Washington over the issuance of commercial driver licenses to truckers who don’t speak English and are not authorized to be in the United States

Supreme Court rejects Florida's bid to sue Western states over truck licenses for immigrants
Environment|Health|Science|World

‘Mind-bogglingly crazy’: Europe’s deadly, early heatwave is smashing records

‘Mind-bogglingly crazy’: Europe’s deadly, early heatwave is smashing records

‘Mind-bogglingly crazy’: Europe’s deadly, early heatwave is smashing records
Business|Environment|World

BP ousts chairman over ‘serious concerns’ about his conduct

BP ousts chairman over ‘serious concerns’ about his conduct

BP ousts chairman over ‘serious concerns’ about his conduct
Economy|Education|Environment|Science

California’s salmon fishery is reopening after a population crash led to a 3-year closure, but that doesn’t mean all is well

Salmon have faced a boom-bust cycle for years. Making their recovery last longer will require some big changes, including how hatcheries produce fish.

California’s salmon fishery is reopening after a population crash led to a 3-year closure, but that doesn’t mean all is well
Africa|Crime|Environment|World

Argentina seizes 700 trafficked marine animals shipped from Kenya

Argentine authorities have seized more than 700 marine animals trafficked from Kenya in a major wildlife trafficking bust at Buenos Aires’ Ezeiza International Airport

Argentina seizes 700 trafficked marine animals shipped from Kenya
Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

The US is seeing stronger storms, so why are droughts getting worse?

Even though annual precipitation is rising nationally, the landscape is drying out more rapidly. That’s changing the water cycle.

The US is seeing stronger storms, so why are droughts getting worse?
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political

From the San Luis Valley to Vail, Latino labor powers every sector of Colorado’s economy

Latinos were the first Coloradans, and yet they are portrayed by the administration as intruders in an era of immigration enforcement.

From the San Luis Valley to Vail, Latino labor powers every sector of Colorado’s economy
Education|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

How natural selection helps design antennas, cancer treatments and adhesives

When people harness the logic of natural selection, they can often find efficient and effective ways to solve complex problems.

How natural selection helps design antennas, cancer treatments and adhesives
Business|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

Should AIs be required to report a human user contemplating violence?

Human therapists have a legal duty to warn authorities and potential targets when patients say they plan to harm someone. The same can – in theory – be required of AI chatbots .

Should AIs be required to report a human user contemplating violence?
Crime|Environment|World

Sheep theft ruins Eid festivities for Palestinian shepherd

Palestinian shepherd Sameeha Rasheed was planning for the sacred ritual of sacrificing her family's sheep for the Eid al-Adha holiday, one

Sheep theft ruins Eid festivities for Palestinian shepherd
Economy|Environment|Science

Releasing cool water protects fish in the Grand Canyon. That comes at cost to hydropower

Federal officials are considering cool water releases for the third consecutive year at Glen Canyon Dam in Northern Arizona this summer to safeguard the humpback chub, a federally protected fish

Releasing cool water protects fish in the Grand Canyon. That comes at cost to hydropower
Arts|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

Shutting down federal bee labs threatens bees, beekeepers and the US food system

When honey bees get sick, their beekeepers turn to the nation’s premier bee research and disease diagnosis lab for help. That crucial resource is now disappearing.

Shutting down federal bee labs threatens bees, beekeepers and the US food system
Environment|Health|World

Seven die in France from causes relating to heat wave

Seven people have died in France directly or indirectly due to a heat wave, Junior Energy Minister Maud Bregeon said on Tuesday, which has become the hottest day in May

Seven die in France from causes relating to heat wave
Economy|Environment|Health|Travel|World

Search continues for 7 villagers trapped in a flooded cave in Laos

A search operation for seven villagers trapped inside a flooded cave in central Laos has entered its seventh day as rescuers encounter difficult terrain and weather in their bid to reach the group

Search continues for 7 villagers trapped in a flooded cave in Laos
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Australia's Element 25 reviews US project as it looks to renegotiate GM, Stellantis contracts

Manganese producer Element 25 said on Tuesday it is reviewing its project execution plan for the production of high-purity manganese sulphate monohydrate (HPMSM) in Louisiana, U.S.,

Australia's Element 25 reviews US project as it looks to renegotiate GM, Stellantis contracts
Asia|Environment|World

'Not far away': rescue team confident of reaching 7 trapped for days in Laos cave

A rescue team racing to save seven people trapped for days in a cave in Laos is getting closer to reaching them, the head of the operation said, after breaking through 15 m (16

'Not far away': rescue team confident of reaching 7 trapped for days in Laos cave
Australia|Environment|Sports|World

Olympics-Brisbane stadium protesters defy eviction threats as construction looms

A coalition of environmentalists and Indigenous Australian activists camping in the city park where the main stadium for the 2032 Olympics will be built is

Olympics-Brisbane stadium protesters defy eviction threats as construction looms
Economy|Environment|Science|Travel|World

A year after glacier collapse, Blatten residents rebuild lives in Swiss Alps

Hotel Momentum stands above Switzerland's Loetschen Valley as a symbol of recovery, a year after a

A year after glacier collapse, Blatten residents rebuild lives in Swiss Alps
Business|Economy|Environment|World

A warning to critical minerals buyers: avoid butter mountains, aluminium floods

Western governments, currently ploughing tens of billions of dollars into critical minerals in an effort to break their reliance on China, could look to

A warning to critical minerals buyers: avoid butter mountains, aluminium floods
Asia|Business|Crime|Environment|World

Philippines ends rescue efforts as hope fades for victims of building collapse

Lea Casilao and her husband usually began each day exchanging text messages: "Good morning" from her, and his usual reply of "Good

Philippines ends rescue efforts as hope fades for victims of building collapse
Environment|Europe|Health|Sports|World

Parts of Europe swelter in record May heat as deaths at amateur sports events spur warnings

Europe is baking under unseasonal heat that is shattering temperature records and prompting government warnings after deaths were reported at amateur sports events in France

Parts of Europe swelter in record May heat as deaths at amateur sports events spur warnings
Business|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle

Bakersfield son turns Memorial Day into a tribute that spans generations

Bakersfield son turns Memorial Day into a tribute that spans generations

Bakersfield son turns Memorial Day into a tribute that spans generations
Economy|Environment|Health|Science|US|World

Atlanta metro downpour leads to massive fish kill on the Chattahoochee River

Atlanta metro downpour leads to massive fish kill on the Chattahoochee River

Atlanta metro downpour leads to massive fish kill on the Chattahoochee River
Environment|Europe|Sports|World

Heat wave at French Open impacts the clay courts and sends fans to sprinklers

Tennis players at the French Open say they haven’t experienced conditions this hot at Roland Garros since the 2024 Paris Olympics

Heat wave at French Open impacts the clay courts and sends fans to sprinklers
Business|Environment|Science|Technology|US|World

Overheating chemical tank in California no longer at risk of exploding, fire officials say

Firefighters contending with a dangerously overheating industrial tank of a hazardous chemical in Southern California have eliminated the possibility of the tank exploding after a

Overheating chemical tank in California no longer at risk of exploding, fire officials say
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Carney says Alberta vote on separation could become 'dangerous bluff'

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Monday that Alberta's planned vote on potentially breaking away from the rest of Canada, while not binding,

Carney says Alberta vote on separation could become 'dangerous bluff'
Business|Education|Environment|Health|Science

Archaeologists uncover graves and artifacts at former asylum

Archaeologists uncover graves and artifacts at former asylum

Archaeologists uncover graves and artifacts at former asylum
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

Pope calls for robust regulation of AI in manifesto that ponders the future of humanity

Pope Leo XIV has called for robust regulation of artificial intelligence and for its developers to work for the common good rather than profit

Pope calls for robust regulation of AI in manifesto that ponders the future of humanity
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|World

Korean War veteran laid to rest in Pittsburgh 76 years after his death

Korean War veteran laid to rest in Pittsburgh 76 years after his death

Korean War veteran laid to rest in Pittsburgh 76 years after his death
Business|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Finance|US

Child donates allowance, pens heartfelt letter to Capron Park Zoo amid financial struggles

Child donates allowance, pens heartfelt letter to Capron Park Zoo amid financial struggles

Child donates allowance, pens heartfelt letter to Capron Park Zoo amid financial struggles
Environment|Science|Technology|World

With AI manifesto, Leo joins pantheon of popes who urged world to change

Catholic popes have been urging global leaders to address social justice issues for 135 years across some two dozen major documents that many of the

With AI manifesto, Leo joins pantheon of popes who urged world to change
Education|Environment|Science

Why did T. rex have tiny arms? A new study may finally have the answer

Why did T. rex have tiny arms? A new study may finally have the answer

Why did T. rex have tiny arms? A new study may finally have the answer
Education|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

Freshman recognized for creating disaster communication packs after Helene

Freshman recognized for creating disaster communication packs after Helene

Freshman recognized for creating disaster communication packs after Helene
Business|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Why a small church lets people take a shower there for free

Why a small church lets people take a shower there for free

Why a small church lets people take a shower there for free
Africa|Economy|Environment|Food|World

Iran war poses new threat to harvests in hunger-stricken Sudan

Farmers across Sudan say the hike in global fuel and fertilizer costs resulting from the Iran conflict will

Iran war poses new threat to harvests in hunger-stricken Sudan
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Russia says magnetic mines found on tanker at Ust-Luga port

Several magnetic mines had been detected on a tanker in Russia's Baltic Sea port of Ust-Luga, Russia's Investigative Committee said on Monday.

Russia says magnetic mines found on tanker at Ust-Luga port
Business|Economy|Environment|Lifestyle|Technology

You’ve been trying to get around Amazon – but it’s not that easy

For shoppers tying to avoid Amazon, its expansion into shipping and logistics for thousands of companies makes that choice more difficult.

You’ve been trying to get around Amazon – but it’s not that easy
Environment|Sports|Travel|World

Everest operators must vet climbers better, says ascent record holder

Mount Everest expedition operators must focus on the experience and knowledge of climbers to lower risks and minimise deaths on the mountain, a British

Everest operators must vet climbers better, says ascent record holder
Environment|Science|Travel|World

Cave diving is fraught with danger, but the reward is sights like nothing else on Earth

Cave diving is fraught with danger, but the reward is sights like nothing else on Earth

Cave diving is fraught with danger, but the reward is sights like nothing else on Earth
Crime|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Colorado black bears found under family home safely relocated

Colorado black bears found under family home safely relocated

Colorado black bears found under family home safely relocated
Asia|Environment|World

Flooding kills at least nine in China's Chongqing, state media says

The death toll from flooding in southwestern China's Chongqing has risen to nine and 11 people are missing following torrential rain in the municipality, state broadcaster

Flooding kills at least nine in China's Chongqing, state media says
Economy|Environment|Science|World

Rising seas will swallow New Orleans. People need to start relocating now, scientists say

Rising seas will swallow New Orleans. People need to start relocating now, scientists say

Rising seas will swallow New Orleans. People need to start relocating now, scientists say
Business|Economy|Environment|World

India turns to Latin American, African oil after Hormuz disruption

Indian refiners turned to imports from Latin America and Africa after supplies from the Middle East were disrupted as the Israeli-U.S. war on Iran

India turns to Latin American, African oil after Hormuz disruption
Business|Environment|Europe|Technology

Ferrari's Luce leads bold leap into uncertain electric era

As its sports car rivals tap the brakes on a shift to EVs, Ferrari will take a leap into an uncertain era on Monday with the launch of its first fully-

Ferrari's Luce leads bold leap into uncertain electric era
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Global tensions set to stalk Singapore's flagship defence summit

War in Iran, strained U.S. commitments in Asia and rising tensions over

Global tensions set to stalk Singapore's flagship defence summit
Business|Environment|Health|Political|Science|World

Southern California chemical tank has a crack that could possibly lower risk of explosion

Authorities are bracing for the possibility that a damaged chemical tank at a facility in Southern California could leak or explode

Southern California chemical tank has a crack that could possibly lower risk of explosion
Environment|Health|Science|Technology

'Potential crack' in California chemical tank may prevent explosion, fire official says

Experts trying to prevent a tank holding a highly toxic and flammable chemical from exploding in Southern California found a "potential crack" in the container that might

'Potential crack' in California chemical tank may prevent explosion, fire official says
Economy|Education|Environment|Technology

Rocklin Unified eyes electric future amid high gas prices

Rocklin Unified eyes electric future amid high gas prices

Rocklin Unified eyes electric future amid high gas prices
Arts|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Sports|World

Tearful Kostyuk reaches French Open 2nd round and speaks of missile attack back home in Ukraine

Marta Kostyuk’s first-round win at the French Open becomes one of her toughest matches after she finds out beforehand that a missile almost hit her parents’ home in Ukraine

Tearful Kostyuk reaches French Open 2nd round and speaks of missile attack back home in Ukraine
Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

High school honors 90-year-old janitor with surprise birthday celebration

High school honors 90-year-old janitor with surprise birthday celebration

High school honors 90-year-old janitor with surprise birthday celebration
Business|Education|Environment|Food|Science|Technology

Professor, team get $1.8M grant to turn surplus sweet potatoes into plant-based milk

Professor, team get $1.8M grant to turn surplus sweet potatoes into plant-based milk

Professor, team get $1.8M grant to turn surplus sweet potatoes into plant-based milk
Economy|Environment|World

Authorities investigate safety lapses after China coal mine blast kills at least 82

Authorities in northern China are investigating a coal mine operator for safety lapses after an explosion killed at least 82 people

Authorities investigate safety lapses after China coal mine blast kills at least 82
Asia|Economy|Environment|Lifestyle|World

In a city of high-rises, ‘cardboard grannies’ collect waste for cash

In a city of high-rises, ‘cardboard grannies’ collect waste for cash

In a city of high-rises, ‘cardboard grannies’ collect waste for cash
Asia|Business|Crime|Environment|World

At least one dead in Philippine building collapse, 21 people missing

At least one person was confirmed dead after a building under construction collapsed in the Philippines on Sunday, authorities said

At least one dead in Philippine building collapse, 21 people missing
Business|Environment|World

China lowers death toll in Shanxi coal mine disaster to 82

The chaos in the aftermath of China's worst mine disaster in 17 years led to a revision in the death toll to 82 killed, local officials said at a press conference late on

China lowers death toll in Shanxi coal mine disaster to 82
Business|Environment|Health|Science

California seeks novel solution as chemical tank heats up, risking catastrophe

Firefighters trying to keep a tank of hazardous chemicals in California from exploding or leaking brought in outside experts to help prevent a catastrophe, the incident commander

California seeks novel solution as chemical tank heats up, risking catastrophe
Business|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

Officials race to cool down tank containing toxic chemical as 50,000 residents remain under evacuation order in California

Officials race to cool down tank containing toxic chemical as 50,000 residents remain under evacuation order in California

Officials race to cool down tank containing toxic chemical as 50,000 residents remain under evacuation order in California
Environment|Health|Science|Technology

Southern California chemical tank at risk of exploding as 40,000 residents are ordered to evacuate

Authorities are bracing for the possibility that a damaged chemical tank at a facility in Southern California could leak or explode

Southern California chemical tank at risk of exploding as 40,000 residents are ordered to evacuate
Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Little girl rescued after rattlesnake bite in Northern Colorado inspired by park rangers who saved her

Little girl rescued after rattlesnake bite in Northern Colorado inspired by park rangers who saved her

Little girl rescued after rattlesnake bite in Northern Colorado inspired by park rangers who saved her
Environment|Health|Science|Technology

40,000 people under evacuation orders for a chemical tank leak in Southern California

About 40,000 people are under evacuation orders and schools have shut down in Southern California due to a hazardous chemical leak

40,000 people under evacuation orders for a chemical tank leak in Southern California
Environment|Health

An entire load of garbage was dumped on street to put out a fire caused by batteries

An entire load of garbage was dumped on street to put out a fire caused by batteries

An entire load of garbage was dumped on street to put out a fire caused by batteries
Americas|Business|Crime|Environment|World

1 person has died after blast at New York City shipyard that also injured 36 people, officials say.

One person has died after blast Friday at a New York City shipyard, officials say

1 person has died after blast at New York City shipyard that also injured 36 people, officials say.
Asia|Environment|World

China’s worst coal mining blast in over a decade kills 82

China’s worst coal mining blast in over a decade kills 82

China’s worst coal mining blast in over a decade kills 82
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|World

Deadliest coal mine explosion in China in years kills at least 82 people, local officials say

Chinese local officials say that a gas explosion at a coal mine in northern Shanxi province has killed at least 82 people

Deadliest coal mine explosion in China in years kills at least 82 people, local officials say
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Ukrainian drone attack triggers fire at a Russian oil terminal

A Ukrainian drone attack has caused a fire at a Russian oil terminal, according to officials in Russia’s Krasnodar region

Ukrainian drone attack triggers fire at a Russian oil terminal
Environment|Science|World

Climate change threatens global plant species as habitats shrink

Some of the plants that make familiar landscapes recognizable may not survive by century's end

Climate change threatens global plant species as habitats shrink
Environment|Science|US|World

Magnitude 6 earthquake strikes Hawaii’s Big Island; USGS assessing Kilauea volcano

An earthquake of magnitude 6.0 struck near Honaunau-Napoopoo on the Big Island of Hawaii late on Friday and the state's volcano observatory was assessing the Kilauea volcano, the

Magnitude 6 earthquake strikes Hawaii’s Big Island; USGS assessing Kilauea volcano
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|World

Some of China's deadliest coal mine accidents

A gas explosion at Liushenyu coal mine in China's northern Shanxi province late on Friday killed at least 90 people, making it China's worst coal mine disaster in over 16

Some of China's deadliest coal mine accidents
Environment|Science|World

Wildfire season is off to a historic start and it could get worse

Wildfire season is off to a historic start and it could get worse

Wildfire season is off to a historic start and it could get worse
Crime|Environment|Europe|Health|World

Pope Leo meets families of youth lost to illegal toxic waste dumping in Italy's 'Land of Fires'

Pope Leo XIV has visited families near Naples affected by illegal toxic dumping linked to the mafia

Pope Leo meets families of youth lost to illegal toxic waste dumping in Italy's 'Land of Fires'
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

EU must reform, consolidate, use joint debt to cope with spending needs, IMF says

European Union countries will face large bills for defence, energy and pensions in the next 15 years, the International Monetary Fund told EU finance

EU must reform, consolidate, use joint debt to cope with spending needs, IMF says
Environment|Europe|Health|World

Pope Leo decries 'dizzying' profits earned by companies that pollute

Pope Leo on Saturday called out companies who seek "dizzying" profits at the cost of environmental pollution, on a visit to an area

Pope Leo decries 'dizzying' profits earned by companies that pollute
Environment|Health|Science|Technology|World

Thousands evacuated in Southern California due to failing chemical tank

Officials ordered tens of thousands of people to evacuate their homes in the Los Angeles suburb of Garden Grove on Friday due to a failing chemical tank that was

Thousands evacuated in Southern California due to failing chemical tank
Asia|Business|Environment|Health|World

At least 90 dead in China's worst coal mine disaster in over 16 years

At least 90 people were killed in a gas explosion at a coal mine in China's northern province of Shanxi, the country's deadliest mining accident since at least 2009.

At least 90 dead in China's worst coal mine disaster in over 16 years
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Blue Origin to expand Florida campus with new $600 million facility

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis on Friday announced a $600 million expansion of Blue Origin's Rocket Park campus in Cape Canaveral.

Blue Origin to expand Florida campus with new $600 million facility
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Stocks climb, yields dip as investors focus on some progress in US-Iran talks

Major stock indexes rose and Treasury yields eased on Friday as investors weighed the likelihood of a near-term deal to

Stocks climb, yields dip as investors focus on some progress in US-Iran talks
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Science

Legal fight could delay a proposed $7B settlement for lawsuits in Roundup cancer claims

A proposed $7.25 billion settlement over claims that Roundup weedkiller causes cancer now faces potential delays

Legal fight could delay a proposed $7B settlement for lawsuits in Roundup cancer claims
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|World

Wall Street keeps rising, even as U.S. households keep getting more discouraged

The split between Wall Street and most U.S. households keeps growing wider

Wall Street keeps rising, even as U.S. households keep getting more discouraged
Business|Economy|Environment|Lifestyle|Travel

Memorial Day weekend could be costly and chaotic whether you’re on the road, in the sky or just staying home

Memorial Day weekend could be costly and chaotic whether you’re on the road, in the sky or just staying home

Memorial Day weekend could be costly and chaotic whether you’re on the road, in the sky or just staying home
Business|Economy|Environment|MidEast|Political|World

US Secretary of State Rubio sees progress in Iran talks, more work to be done

The United States has seen some progress towards a deal with Iran but more work is required, Secretary of State Marco

US Secretary of State Rubio sees progress in Iran talks, more work to be done
Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Foxes, snakes, ticks, and more: Experts share what to do if you encounter animals amid increased wildlife activity

Foxes, snakes, ticks, and more: Experts share what to do if you encounter animals amid increased wildlife activity

Foxes, snakes, ticks, and more: Experts share what to do if you encounter animals amid increased wildlife activity
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Iran's intensified closure of Strait of Hormuz piles misery on stranded sailors

Iran's publication of a new map asserting its control over the Strait of Hormuz risks extending an already punishing ordeal for thousands of

Iran's intensified closure of Strait of Hormuz piles misery on stranded sailors
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Environment|Fashion and Beauty|Technology

Shein to buy apparel retailer Everlane

U.S. apparel brand Everlane said on Friday it had reached an agreement to be acquired by online retailer Shein, giving the fast-fashion company ownership of a brand known for

Shein to buy apparel retailer Everlane
Business|Economy|Environment|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

Everlane shoppers come unraveled over sale to Shein

Everlane shoppers come unraveled over sale to Shein

Everlane shoppers come unraveled over sale to Shein
Environment|Political|Travel|World

An all-women Senate delegation is heading to the Arctic to reassure US allies

A bipartisan group of senators is departing for a tour of Arctic nations to reassure U

An all-women Senate delegation is heading to the Arctic to reassure US allies
Business|Environment|Technology|Travel|World

Waymo pauses driverless car service in Atlanta and Texas ahead of potentially dangerous storms

Waymo has suspended driverless car services in Atlanta and Texas after one of its vehicles was stranded by flooding during heavy rains that will likely also hinder travel in a large swath of the U

Waymo pauses driverless car service in Atlanta and Texas ahead of potentially dangerous storms
Business|Economy|Environment|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Chinese fast-fashion juggernaut Shein to buy eco-friendly Everlane in an unlikely fit

Everlane, which bucked the fast-fashion industry by promising affordable ethically sourced and sustainable clothing, is being acquired by the king of fast-fashion Shein, founded in China

Chinese fast-fashion juggernaut Shein to buy eco-friendly Everlane in an unlikely fit
Environment|Sports|Travel|World

Everest record-holder Kami Rita Sherpa urges limit on climbers as crowds swell on the peak

A renowned Mount Everest guide who scaled the peak a record 32nd time this week says there's an urgent need to limit climbers on the summit

Everest record-holder Kami Rita Sherpa urges limit on climbers as crowds swell on the peak
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Travel

New York LaGuardia runway reopens after repairs

New York's LaGuardia airport has reopened a runway that had been closed because of a sinkhole on Wednesday, snarling flights for the busy Memorial Day travel

New York LaGuardia runway reopens after repairs
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Carney stresses importance of Alberta after separation vote announcement

Prime Minister Mark Carney on Friday stressed Alberta's importance to Canada, a day after the oil-rich province announced a non-binding referendum on whether its residents

Carney stresses importance of Alberta after separation vote announcement
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Trafigura plans to withdraw LME copper stocks ahead of US tariff ruling, sources say

Commodity trader Trafigura plans to take large amounts of copper from London Metal Exchange warehouses in New Orleans, two industry

Trafigura plans to withdraw LME copper stocks ahead of US tariff ruling, sources say
Economy|Environment|Science|World

Cuba needs a long-term solution to its energy crisis

Short-term humanitarian aid won’t go far in alleviating Cuba’s long-term energy crisis.

Cuba needs a long-term solution to its energy crisis
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Technology

Today’s bans on DIY repairs of everything from cell phones to tractors grew out of Hollywood’s fear of videotaping

Efforts to use technology to police copyright evolved into companies using copyright law to lock people out of repairing their own devices.

Today’s bans on DIY repairs of everything from cell phones to tractors grew out of Hollywood’s fear of videotaping
Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

San Francisco's "canine court" expected to reopen amid growing backlog of cases

San Francisco's "canine court" expected to reopen amid growing backlog of cases

San Francisco's "canine court" expected to reopen amid growing backlog of cases
Economy|Environment|Lifestyle|Science|Sports

Minnesota DNR proposes walleye bag limit change

Minnesota DNR proposes walleye bag limit change

Minnesota DNR proposes walleye bag limit change
Crime|Environment|Health|US

Residents of Philadelphia apartment in disbelief after woman dies of heat-related illness: "I am sick about it"

Residents of Philadelphia apartment in disbelief after woman dies of heat-related illness: "I am sick about it"

Residents of Philadelphia apartment in disbelief after woman dies of heat-related illness: "I am sick about it"
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Explosion at MOL's Tiszaujvaros petrochemical plant in Hungary kills one

A pipeline explosion at Hungarian oil and gas group MOL's petrochemical plant in Tiszaujvaros that killed one person and

Explosion at MOL's Tiszaujvaros petrochemical plant in Hungary kills one
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A proposed additive ban could change New York’s pizza and bagels, some say for the better

New York City's iconic pizzerias and bagel shops may soon be forced to update their long-standing baking practices after state lawmakers moved to ban a common additive

A proposed additive ban could change New York’s pizza and bagels, some say for the better
Environment|Food|Science

Rice feeds billions of people – but its role in fueling climate change is growing

There are ways to reduce emissions without sacrificing yield. A new study shows how, and looks at a technique billed as ‘climate-friendly’ that makes emissions worse.

Rice feeds billions of people – but its role in fueling climate change is growing
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Tesla to recall over 14,500 Model Y SUVs in US over missing weight certification label

Tesla is recalling 14,575 Model Y SUVs in the U.S., over a missing certification label with weight specifications, the U.S.

Tesla to recall over 14,500 Model Y SUVs in US over missing weight certification label
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Trump won over more Latino voters in 2024. Can he keep them?

President Donald Trump made inroads with Latino voters in 2024, earning support that helped propel him to a second term in the White House

Trump won over more Latino voters in 2024. Can he keep them?
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Barclays keeps $100 Brent oil forecast for 2026 but risks skew higher

Barclays is maintaining its 2026 average Brent crude oil price forecast at $100 a barrel though risks are skewing higher, the bank said in a note on Friday.

Barclays keeps $100 Brent oil forecast for 2026 but risks skew higher
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Housing squeeze in Swiss boom region fuels support for population cap

Since 1990, the population in the Swiss village of Knonau has more than doubled, driven by an economic boom in one of the country's most business

Housing squeeze in Swiss boom region fuels support for population cap
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Briton makes record Everest climb by foreigner, two die on mountain

A Briton improved his own Everest record on Friday and notched his 20th ascent to the world’s highest peak, as two Indian climbers died on the mountain,

Briton makes record Everest climb by foreigner, two die on mountain
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India's job engine strains as Iran war hits remittances and trade

The war in the Middle East is squeezing two pillars of Indian employment, forcing Gulf-based workers home and crushing demand for the country's

India's job engine strains as Iran war hits remittances and trade
Business|Economy|Environment

Puerto Rico governor promises to alleviate power and water shortages

Puerto Rico Gov. Jenniffer González is pledging to boost the amount of electric energy available to power the U.S. territory as chronic outages persist

Puerto Rico governor promises to alleviate power and water shortages
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US lawmakers propose making daylight saving time permanent, again

Daylight saving time would stay in effect year-round under a U.S.

US lawmakers propose making daylight saving time permanent, again
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Waymo suspends freeway rides, pauses Atlanta operations amid safety fixes

Alphabet's Waymo said on Thursday it has suspended its robotaxi service on freeways in the United States and paused its operations in Atlanta, Georgia as it updates software to

Waymo suspends freeway rides, pauses Atlanta operations amid safety fixes
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Greenlanders demonstrate against Trump as US diplomats open new consulate

The U.S. opening of a larger diplomatic hub in Greenland on Thursday was met by demonstrators opposed to President Donald Trump's ambition for greater influence

Greenlanders demonstrate against Trump as US diplomats open new consulate
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Canada falling short on defense spending, F-35 review, Pentagon official says

The U.S. decision to suspend planned biannual defense talks with Canada follows deepening concern that Ottawa is failing to take steps to become a "

Canada falling short on defense spending, F-35 review, Pentagon official says
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The most powerful rocket ever built is now even bigger and more powerful. But will it work?

The most powerful rocket ever built is now even bigger and more powerful. But will it work?

The most powerful rocket ever built is now even bigger and more powerful. But will it work?
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Newsom's office warns Californians to avoid Chevron this holiday weekend, citing high gas prices

California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s office is warning people to avoid buying gas from Chevron stations over Memorial Day weekend because of the high price at the pump

Newsom's office warns Californians to avoid Chevron this holiday weekend, citing high gas prices
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China oil import cut, higher US exports wrongfoot market bulls

As prices for physical crude oil hit all-time highs of over $160 per barrel last month, analysts and traders alike rushed

China oil import cut, higher US exports wrongfoot market bulls
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Dying star resembles a billowing crystal ball in new telescope photo

A dying star has never looked so lovely

Dying star resembles a billowing crystal ball in new telescope photo
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Do Jackson Hole’s busiest trails create a wildlife ‘sacrifice zone’? Study finds coexistence.

Researchers have found that wildlife near Jackson, Wyoming, coexists with heavy human recreation

Do Jackson Hole’s busiest trails create a wildlife ‘sacrifice zone’? Study finds coexistence.
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Trump ups Reflecting Pool renovation projections to ‘less than $20 million’ amid court fight

Trump ups Reflecting Pool renovation projections to ‘less than $20 million’ amid court fight

Trump ups Reflecting Pool renovation projections to ‘less than $20 million’ amid court fight
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Devon snaps up prime Delaware Basin acreage for $2.6 billion after Coterra merger

Shale producer Devon Energy on Thursday said it has acquired 16,300 net undeveloped acres in the core of the Delaware Basin in New Mexico for about

Devon snaps up prime Delaware Basin acreage for $2.6 billion after Coterra merger
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Ebola case confirmed in rebel-held Congo area far from outbreak's epicentre

A case of Ebola has been confirmed in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo's South Kivu province, hundreds of kilometres from the

Ebola case confirmed in rebel-held Congo area far from outbreak's epicentre
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US House panel votes to advance rail safety legislation

The U.S.

US House panel votes to advance rail safety legislation
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Memorial Day: Higher fuel prices have some Americans scaling back their travel plans

Higher fuel prices and other inflationary pressures are making most forms of travel more expensive as Memorial Day kicks off the summer season in the U.S. Industry forecasts show millions of people still plan to get away during the holiday weekend and over the summer

Memorial Day: Higher fuel prices have some Americans scaling back their travel plans
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Atlantic hurricane season forecast to be milder than normal thanks to El Nino

Meteorologists predict a developing El Nino could dampen the upcoming Atlantic hurricane season, but it won't eliminate storms

Atlantic hurricane season forecast to be milder than normal thanks to El Nino
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Trump eases refrigerant rule in a bid to address surging grocery costs

The Trump administration is loosening a federal rule that requires grocery stores and air-conditioning companies to reduce greenhouse gases used in cooling equipment

Trump eases refrigerant rule in a bid to address surging grocery costs
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Board of Peace envoy warns UN that Gaza division risks becoming permanent

The Board of Peace's lead envoy for Gaza warned the U.N.

Board of Peace envoy warns UN that Gaza division risks becoming permanent
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Asteroid mission captures rarely seen perspective of Mars during close flyby

Asteroid mission captures rarely seen perspective of Mars during close flyby

Asteroid mission captures rarely seen perspective of Mars during close flyby
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Minnesota Air Rescue Team completes 1st nighttime hoist​ rescue, saving BWCA canoers

Minnesota Air Rescue Team completes 1st nighttime hoist​ rescue, saving BWCA canoers

Minnesota Air Rescue Team completes 1st nighttime hoist​ rescue, saving BWCA canoers
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Trump to delay Biden-era refrigerant rules in push to ease costs

The Trump administration intends to delay compliance with two Biden-era rules governing refrigerants as part of a broader effort

Trump to delay Biden-era refrigerant rules in push to ease costs
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Visualizing the Ebola outbreak in maps and charts

Visualizing the Ebola outbreak in maps and charts

Visualizing the Ebola outbreak in maps and charts
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More than 200 Coloradans buried in Lafayette Cemetery missing from city records

More than 200 Coloradans buried in Lafayette Cemetery missing from city records

More than 200 Coloradans buried in Lafayette Cemetery missing from city records
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UN gravely concerned by an Afghan Taliban law that has provisions on child marriage

The United Nations has criticized a new Afghan law on separation in marriage, saying it entrenches discrimination against women and girls

UN gravely concerned by an Afghan Taliban law that has provisions on child marriage
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Whale heat signatures in San Francisco Bay being tracked to prevent ship collisions

Whale heat signatures in San Francisco Bay being tracked to prevent ship collisions

Whale heat signatures in San Francisco Bay being tracked to prevent ship collisions
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A decade after Standing Rock protests, contentious segment of Dakota Access oil pipeline gets OK

Federal officials have given final approval for a controversial segment of the Dakota Access oil pipeline that crosses the Missouri River

A decade after Standing Rock protests, contentious segment of Dakota Access oil pipeline gets OK
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The Manatee Whisperer: Why Tampa Bay manatees are thriving during drought

The Manatee Whisperer: Why Tampa Bay manatees are thriving during drought

The Manatee Whisperer: Why Tampa Bay manatees are thriving during drought
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Reptile sanctuary begins cleanup after fire kills 22 animals, displaces more than 140 in Des Moines

Reptile sanctuary begins cleanup after fire kills 22 animals, displaces more than 140 in Des Moines

Reptile sanctuary begins cleanup after fire kills 22 animals, displaces more than 140 in Des Moines
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Oil prices close 2% lower on uncertain prospects for US-Iran deal

Oil prices were volatile on Thursday, ultimately settling about 2% lower as uncertainty over prospects for resolving the U.S.-Israeli

Oil prices close 2% lower on uncertain prospects for US-Iran deal
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US moves closer to prohibitive tariffs on Russian palladium

The United States has moved closer to slapping prohibitive tariffs on imports of Russian palladium after the Department of Commerce made a final determination on a

US moves closer to prohibitive tariffs on Russian palladium
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A third of National Park island home to rare wildlife has burned in spate of Southern California wildfires

A third of National Park island home to rare wildlife has burned in spate of Southern California wildfires

A third of National Park island home to rare wildlife has burned in spate of Southern California wildfires
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Bodies of Italian divers located in sea cave

The bodies of four missing Italian scuba divers who died last week have been found in the deepest part of the Maldives sea cave they were exploring. CNN's Barbie Latza Nadeau has the latest on the recovery efforts.

Bodies of Italian divers located in sea cave
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Former Detroit Mayor Duggan cites toxic political climate, suspending his run for Michigan governor

Former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan says he is suspending his campaign for Michigan governor, citing an increasingly “toxic” political climate due to President Donald Trump’s war with Iran and skyrocketing gas prices

Former Detroit Mayor Duggan cites toxic political climate, suspending his run for Michigan governor
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Thank El Niño for NOAA’s latest forecast for Atlantic hurricane season

Thank El Niño for NOAA’s latest forecast for Atlantic hurricane season

Thank El Niño for NOAA’s latest forecast for Atlantic hurricane season
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Hurricane forecasts have improved dramatically, saving lives, but federal cuts threaten to stretch NOAA resources to breaking point

A hurricane scientist explains the technology forecasters rely on to keep people safe and help communities all along the Atlantic coast know when to evacuate.

Hurricane forecasts have improved dramatically, saving lives, but federal cuts threaten to stretch NOAA resources to breaking point
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Trump is rolling back Biden-era regulations on refrigerants. But it’s unlikely to save consumers money

Trump is rolling back Biden-era regulations on refrigerants. But it’s unlikely to save consumers money

Trump is rolling back Biden-era regulations on refrigerants. But it’s unlikely to save consumers money
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Aircraft from Vance Air Force Base makes emergency belly landing in Kansas

Aircraft from Vance Air Force Base makes emergency belly landing in Kansas

Aircraft from Vance Air Force Base makes emergency belly landing in Kansas
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Fishing boats worldwide stuck dockside as diesel prices surge on Iran war

Captain Chris Welch of Kennebunk, Maine, is catching

Fishing boats worldwide stuck dockside as diesel prices surge on Iran war
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Police investigate decapitated animals left outside Holy Sepulchre Cemetery

Police investigate decapitated animals left outside Holy Sepulchre Cemetery

Police investigate decapitated animals left outside Holy Sepulchre Cemetery
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United Nations' top court says right to strike is protected by a key labor treaty

The United Nations’ top court has issued a landmark advisory opinion that says the right to strike is protected by a cornerstone labor treaty

United Nations' top court says right to strike is protected by a key labor treaty
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Critical Metals inks 15-year Greenland rare earth deal with REalloys

Critical Metals said on Thursday it has signed a 15-year binding offtake agreement with REalloys for rare earth concentrate from its Tanbreez project in Greenland.

Critical Metals inks 15-year Greenland rare earth deal with REalloys
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Deere keeps full-year profit target unchanged, taking sheen off quarterly earnings beat

Farm equipment maker Deere left its full-year profit forecast unaltered, despite topping second-quarter profit estimates on Thursday, as it battles stubbornly

Deere keeps full-year profit target unchanged, taking sheen off quarterly earnings beat
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Oil market could hit 'red zone' in July-August, IEA chief says

The start of peak summer fuel demand combined with the lack of new oil exports from the Middle

Oil market could hit 'red zone' in July-August, IEA chief says
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From the Archives: Remembering EF-5 tornado that ripped through Moore, killing 25 people in 2013

From the Archives: Remembering EF-5 tornado that ripped through Moore, killing 25 people in 2013

From the Archives: Remembering EF-5 tornado that ripped through Moore, killing 25 people in 2013
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Neighbors in Miami-Dade report 20 cars broken into or stolen overnight: "The airbags were pulled out of my car"

Neighbors in Miami-Dade report 20 cars broken into or stolen overnight: "The airbags were pulled out of my car"

Neighbors in Miami-Dade report 20 cars broken into or stolen overnight: "The airbags were pulled out of my car"
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Nonprofit fraud: Amid high-profile prosecutions, an accountant explains what’s really going on

The responsibility for policing nonprofits generally falls to state attorneys general, rather than federal authorities.

Nonprofit fraud: Amid high-profile prosecutions, an accountant explains what’s really going on
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Video shows lightning strike near Massachusetts family: "Sounded like a bomb was going off"

Video shows lightning strike near Massachusetts family: "Sounded like a bomb was going off"

Video shows lightning strike near Massachusetts family: "Sounded like a bomb was going off"
Economy|Environment|Health|Science|World

How bushmeat, burial rites and disinformation make the DRC an Ebola hotspot

How bushmeat, burial rites and disinformation make the DRC an Ebola hotspot

How bushmeat, burial rites and disinformation make the DRC an Ebola hotspot
Economy|Environment|Opinion|Science|Technology

SpaceX is poised to go public and test the latest version of its massive Starship rocket amidst criticism about its environmental impact

SpaceX is poised to test its latest, most powerful rocket and to become a publicly traded company, all while under pressure from environmentalists.

SpaceX is poised to go public and test the latest version of its massive Starship rocket amidst criticism about its environmental impact
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The US Constitution and laws do not protect oil companies from being sued over the harm they cause to the climate

Calls for the Supreme Court to give fossil fuel companies immunity from liability for climate-related damage misreads the Constitution, precedent and the role of courts.

The US Constitution and laws do not protect oil companies from being sued over the harm they cause to the climate
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Stellantis launches $70 billion business plan to 2030 including 60 new models

Stellantis set out a new 60 billion euro ($70 billion) business plan on Thursday that includes 60 new car models by 2030 - from combustion engine to fully

Stellantis launches $70 billion business plan to 2030 including 60 new models
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Record 274 climbers scale Mount Everest in a single day from Nepali side

A record number of 274 climbers scaled Mount Everest on Wednesday, a hiking official said, the highest number ever to reach the world's tallest peak on

Record 274 climbers scale Mount Everest in a single day from Nepali side
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Paris appeals court finds Airbus, Air France guilty of corporate manslaughter over 2009 crash

A Paris appeals court on Thursday found Airbus and Air France guilty of corporate manslaughter over

Paris appeals court finds Airbus, Air France guilty of corporate manslaughter over 2009 crash
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Extreme weather is a menace to homes. Here’s how you can protect your investment

Extreme weather is a menace to homes. Here’s how you can protect your investment

Extreme weather is a menace to homes. Here’s how you can protect your investment
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Americans brace for pricey summer travel with fuel costs near multi-year highs

Soaring gasoline prices and a looming fuel crunch from the Iran war are not stopping American travelers from taking to the road as the U.S. summer driving

Americans brace for pricey summer travel with fuel costs near multi-year highs
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Vitol moves to open Mexico fuel terminal years after bribery scandal, document shows

Vitol, one of the world's biggest commodities traders, has held talks with service providers and is seeking permits to operate

Vitol moves to open Mexico fuel terminal years after bribery scandal, document shows
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Euro zone growth set to slow in 2026 as Middle East conflict fuels inflation

The euro zone economy will slow in 2026 after war in the Middle East triggered the second energy shock in less than five years with the severity of

Euro zone growth set to slow in 2026 as Middle East conflict fuels inflation
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Wealthy countries' climate finance hit record high in 2024, OECD says

Developed countries provided a record $136.7 billion to help poorer countries cope with climate change in 2024, the OECD said on Thursday.

Wealthy countries' climate finance hit record high in 2024, OECD says