Energy April 2, 2024 Wind, solar projects flourish under climate law, while nuclear and others lag behind Under the Biden administration's push to reduce carbon emissions, certain sectors like solar energy have seen a boost, while other trail behind. New regulations prove controversial.
Massachusetts April 2, 2024 Biden admin approves eighth US offshore wind project off Massachusetts coast The U.S. Interior Department has approved the eighth commercial-scale offshore wind project. It is scheduled to be built off the coast of Massachusetts.
Africa April 2, 2024 To raise mental health awareness, Nigerian swims length of Lagos' longest bridge A Nigerian swimmer named Akinrodoye Samuel sought to raise awareness of mental health issues by swimming the length of the longest bridge in Lagos, nearly 7.45 miles.
White House April 2, 2024 White House urges Congress to extend internet subsidy program before funds run dry The White House plans to renew its push in April to convince Congress to extend an internet subsidy program utilized by millions of American households.
Washington April 2, 2024 Washington polar bear cub Laerke receives encouraging results at annual physical exam Laerke, a polar bear at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium in Tacoma, Washington, underwent her annual medical exam with encouraging results, veterinarians said.
US April 1, 2024 Texas federal court rejects policy aimed at curbing 'judge shopping' A Texas federal court has chosen not to adopt a recent policy aimed at curbing "judge shopping." The decision was announced by Chief U.S. District Judge David Godbey.
Artificial Intelligence March 28, 2024 New AI test measures how fast robots can respond to user commands A benchmarking group for artificial intelligence has released new results evaluating the speed of hardware in running AI applications and responding to users.
ENVIRONMENT March 28, 2024 Jane Goodall to celebrate 90th birthday with talks on urgency of environmental action Dr. Jane Goodall, a renowned British primatologist and conservationist, is approaching her 90th birthday and plans to celebrate with a series of environmental talks.
US March 25, 2024 FDA proposes ban on electrical shock devices used to stop aggressive behavior for the second time The FDA has proposed banning electrical stimulation devices used to reduce or stop self-injurious or aggressive behavior due to the risk of injury they pose.
STATE AND LOCAL March 25, 2024 Lithium demand and development swell, but US laws lag behind Companies in the U.S. are ready to begin extracting lithium from beneath the ground, but the jumbled intersection of state and federal law has made the legality of doing so murky.
Amphibians March 22, 2024 Creature named after Kermit the Frog offers clues on amphibian evolution, scientists say Texas scientists say that a fossilized skull dating back 270 million years was named Kermitops gratus after the beloved Muppet character Kermit the Frog.