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March Madness lacking upsets in the early stages, top seeds advance easily
With the exception of one big underdog, the ‘Madness’ that symbolizes the NCAA tournament hasn’t really happened so far on day one. Most of the favorites in the early session Thursday, March 20, had little trouble advancing to the 2nd round. How did the top seeds fare? Houston, the top seed in the Midwest region,… -
Reintroduced bill aims to halt wind energy projects on the Great Lakes
A bill reintroduced to Congress in March seeks to halt the development of wind turbines on the Great Lakes. The Lakes Before Turbines Act, first proposed in 2023 by Rep. Nick Langworthy, R-N.Y., is back before lawmakers. Why is there a push to stop wind projects on the Great Lakes? Langworthy is also behind this… -
How the Department of Education spent $268 billion last year
President Donald Trump signed an executive order that takes steps to dismantle the Department of Education on Thursday, March 20. The move culminates decades of efforts by Republicans to shut down the agency, and will take an act of Congress to permanently close it. Trump’s latest order builds on a promise he made on Inauguration… -
ICE arrests Georgetown student over alleged ties to Hamas senior adviser
A Georgetown University doctoral student was arrested at his home in Virginia by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and now faces deportation, according to his lawyer who spoke to several news outlets. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) confirmed the arrest. Badar Khan Suri, an Indian national studying in the U.S. on a student visa,… -
Study finds US coal ash contains $8.4B in rare earth elements
Waste from coal, one of the world’s most polluting energy sources, could help boost the United States’ supply of critical materials used in modern technology. These findings come according to research from a team at the University of Texas at Austin. What critical materials can be found in coal waste? Coal ash is the fine,… -
NCAA Tournament: Who are the betting favorites as the First 4 tip off?
The NCAA Tournament starts Tuesday night, March 18, with the First Four in Dayton. This year’s play-in round has some intrigue following the controversial selection of North Carolina as the last team in the field. They’ll take on San Diego State at 9:10 p.m. EST. As you decide which teams to advance when filling out… -
Tesla sales decline in China amid rising domestic competition
Tesla has been a dominant force in China’s electric vehicle (EV) market. However, the company is now experiencing a decline in sales as domestic automakers gain ground with competitive pricing and new technology. How much have Tesla’s sales in China dropped? In the first two months of 2025, Tesla sold 60,480 vehicles in China, a… -
Missouri’s largest wind farm still largely inactive months after turbines collapse
Missouri’s largest wind farm, the High Prairie Renewable Energy Center, has been operating at limited capacity for over four months as investigations continue into multiple turbine collapses. The 400-megawatt facility, owned by utility company Ameren, has the potential to power approximately 120,000 homes. However, officials significantly reduced operations after three wind turbines fell to the… -
US solar industry saw record growth in 2024, but faces uncertain future
The U.S. solar industry achieved record growth in 2024. However, concerns over potential federal policy changes have cast uncertainty over its future. How much did the US solar industry grow in 2024? According to a report released Tuesday, March 11, by the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) and research firm Wood Mackenzie, solar and energy… -
New study links microplastic pollution to decline in global food supplies
A recent study suggests that microplastic pollution may significantly affect global food production by reducing plants’ ability to photosynthesize. Researchers warn that if pollution levels continue to rise, food security challenges could intensify. “These findings underscore the urgency for effective plastic mitigation strategies and provide insights for international researchers and policymakers to safeguard global food… -
Ontario suspends electricity surcharge after Trump doubles Canada tariffs
President Donald Trump announced he will double planned tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum from 25% to 50%, taking effect Wednesday, March 12. His doubling down is in response to Canada’s 25% electricity export tariff. In response to Trump’s threat, Ontario said Tuesday afternoon the province would suspend the 25% electricity surcharge and meet with… -
China, Russia and Iran show off naval abilities with joint drills in Gulf of Oman
China, Russia and Iran have launched joint naval drills near the Iranian port of Chabahar on the Gulf of Oman to strengthen military cooperation and regional security. The “Security Belt-2025” exercises include simulated maritime attacks, joint search and rescue drills and vessel inspections. China’s defense ministry says that Beijing deployed the Type 052D guided-missile destroyer… -
More than half of global fossil fuel-related CO2 emissions linked to 36 companies
A recent analysis has identified that a small group of companies are responsible for a significant portion of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions, with state-owned firms dominating the list of top polluters. These findings, published in the latest “Carbon Majors Database” report by the London-based climate think tank InfluenceMap, aim to raise awareness about the…
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