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Disneyland owes back pay to 50,000 employees in $233 million settlement
Years after Disney was first accused of violating minimum wage laws at its California resort, the “happiest place on Earth” has agreed to settle a class-action lawsuit for $233 million. A lawyer representing Disneyland workers confirmed the settlement to Straight Arrow News. Based on the law firm’s research, it’s believed to be the largest wage… -
Scientists discover plastic-eating insect with potential to combat pollution
Researchers in Kenya have identified a species of insect that could play a role in reducing global plastic pollution. The Kenyan lesser mealworm, the larval stage of the Alphitobius darkling beetle, has demonstrated the ability to consume and break down polystyrene, commonly known as Styrofoam. Polystyrene is notoriously difficult to recycle due to its durability… -
Copper designation may benefit clean energy, raises environmental concerns
Arizona lawmakers are advocating for copper to be added to the federal critical minerals list. They say the metal plays a vital role in renewable energy infrastructure and has the potential for financial benefits if designated. Copper is essential for building solar panels, wind turbines and other renewable energy technologies. Experts forecast global demand for… -
Wife sues DraftKings claiming husband stole from kids and lost $1M gambling
A New Jersey woman is suing DraftKings, claiming the sports betting site preyed on her husband with incentives that drove him to deposit $15 million over four years. Lisa D’Alessandro claims her husband stole from her and their two minor children to fuel his addiction, losing nearly $1 million that belonged to them. She claims her… -
Historic drought spurs Arizona to explore importing billions of gallons of water
With the Colorado River currently experiencing a historic drought, the state of Arizona, which derives about 36% of its water use from this source, is exploring ways to address the problem. Arizona’s two main in-state reservoirs from the river, Lake Mead and Lake Powell, have now been depleted to roughly 33% of their capacity. This… -
Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta spends $1 million to mend fences with Trump
Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta is using $1 million to mend fences with President-elect Donald Trump. The social media company Trump has called a “true Enemy of the People” donated the sum to his inaugural fund. The company behind Facebook confirmed the donation to multiple outlets. The Wall Street Journal was the first to report it. It’s a… -
Bill would force Big Health Care to sell pharmacies within 3 years
A group of bipartisan lawmakers introduced legislation that would force companies that own health insurers or pharmacy benefit managers to divest the pharmacies they own. Sens. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., and Josh Hawley, R-Mo., said they hope to end the “gross conflict of interest that enables these companies to enrich themselves at the expense of patients and… -
India’s largest renewable energy company faces US bribery charges
India’s largest green energy company, the Adani Group, is facing bribery charges in the United States. These accusations have led to questions about whether the situation will impact Delhi’s clean power plans. American prosecutors claim the Adani Group’s CEO, Gautam Adani, offered $250 million to Indian government officials in exchange for billions of dollars in… -
EVs help compact SUVs overtake sedans as nation’s most eco-friendly car
For the first time since government records began in 1975, compact SUVs have overtaken sedans as the most environmentally friendly car type in the United States. According to recent data from the Environmental Protection Agency, in 2023, compact SUVs emitted less carbon pollution per mile than the average sedan, a shift attributed to the rapid… -
EPA enforcement report includes record fines and first-ever climate crime arrest
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) made enhancements to its regulatory enforcement actions in 2024. In its year-end report, the agency announced it had doled out record penalties and issued the first-ever arrest for a climate change-related crime. In 2024, the EPA said it resolved over 1,850 civil cases, a 3.4% increase from 2023, and charged… -
EV battery replacement could become cheaper than replacing a gas car engine
Replacing an electric vehicle battery costs significantly more than replacing the engine of a traditional combustion engine car. However, experts predict this could change by the decade’s end, with an EV battery replacement potentially becoming less expensive. Replacing an EV battery can cost up to $20,000. A conventional engine replacement typically comes at a maximum… -
Biden spent $100B on clean energy, aims for more before Trump takes over
The White House announced it has now committed over $100 billion to renewable energy projects under President Joe Biden. This development comes as the current administration works to maximize the deployment of funds from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) before President-elect Donald Trump takes office. “Crossing the milestone of $100 billion awarded shows just how… -
Biden looks to stop paying workers with disabilities less than minimum wage
The Biden administration wants to end a Depression-era policy that allows qualified employers to hire workers with disabilities at less than the federal minimum wage of $7.25. The Labor Department proposed a new rule this week to phase out the practice. These 14(c) certificates are given to employers to prevent limiting job opportunities for workers…
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