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Reality TV contestants lose chance at $500K prize after killing protected bird
A pair of contestants on the U.S. reality show “Race to Survive” have been disqualified, losing out on the potential $500,000 prize, after one of them killed a protected bird in New Zealand. The incident occurred during the latest season of the show, which challenges teams to complete a 150-mile journey across harsh wilderness terrain… -
Biden against the clock to spend billions in clean energy funds before term ends
The Biden administration championed some of the largest spending bills in U.S. history, directing over a $1 trillion towards clean energy and infrastructure initiatives. However, fully using the allocated funds before the end of President Joe Biden’s term is likely going to become a nearly impossible task. The substantial financial backing comes from four key… -
The Metals Company disputes ‘ground-breaking’ discovery of ‘dark oxygen’
A recently published discovery might fundamentally change the understanding of life and how oxygen is produced. It has also ignited a debate over its legitimacy, with the potential future of the world’s energy supply caught in the middle. Polymetallic nodules — rocks filled with critical minerals and found at the bottom of the ocean —… -
Musk says Tesla will be using humanoid robots by next year
Tesla’s Optimus humanoid robot project, spearheaded by CEO Elon Musk, faces delays and skepticism despite making significant progress from its theatrical debut to functional prototypes. On Monday, July 21, Musk announced widespread implementation of the Optimus robots would be delayed again, at least until the end of 2024. Tesla shareholders responded to the delay with… -
Debris from Vineyard Wind still washing up as Nantucket considers legal action
More than a week after a damaged wind turbine off the coast of Massachusetts sent fiberglass shards into the Atlantic Ocean, residents of Nantucket are still finding debris from the Vineyard Wind project washing up on their shores. Beach crews have been working to recover parts of the wreckage, and a helicopter conducted an aerial… -
Trump open to Chinese EV factories in the US, but with some conditions
Keeping Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) out of the U.S. has been a major goal of President Joe Biden’s administration. However, during a speech at the Republican National Convention on Thursday, July 18, former President Donald Trump said he would take a different approach, indicating his willingness to allow Chinese EV makers to establish operations in… -
Nantucket residents voice concerns as more turbine debris washes ashore
Nantucket, one of New England’s premier summer tourist destinations, experienced significant disruptions this week due to an incident at the nearby Vineyard Wind offshore wind farm. A broken turbine blade released fiberglass shards into the Atlantic Ocean. Some of those shards washed up on Nantucket’s beaches, prompting widespread closures along the island’s coastline. “This is… -
1-in-30-million orange lobster found at Red Lobster in Colorado
Employees at a Red Lobster restaurant in Pueblo, Colorado, made a rare find after an orange lobster was accidentally delivered to the restaurant. The restaurant’s manager and customers noticed how much the lobster stuck out among the other darker colored crustaceans in the restaurant’s tank and made sure it did not become a customer’s meal.… -
WNBA union head believes league is worth more than $2.2B broadcast deal
The WNBA is experiencing a historic season, with viewership and attendance reaching unprecedented levels. However, despite this success, the league is projected to lose approximately $50 million in 2024. This financial discrepancy is central to ongoing discussions about the value of the WNBA’s broadcasting rights. Currently, the WNBA operates as a subsidiary of the NBA,… -
NASA cancels moon rover mission after spending $450 million on development
After spending $450 million to build a water-seeking moon rover, NASA announced on Wednesday, July 17, it is scrapping the mission because of increased costs and launch delays. The agency said that the move will save it an estimated $84 million in developmental costs. NASA said that the decision to cancel the mission was purely… -
Biden’s $160 million push for eco-friendly construction materials
Construction materials are not just the foundation of buildings; they are also a major source of global pollution and responsible for 15% of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions, according to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). That’s seven times more than what the entire aviation sector emits annually. Particularly problematic are concrete and steel, with concrete… -
Second man charged in 2022 Oregon substation attack pleads not guilty
The second of two Washington men charged with attacking and damaging two Oregon electrical substations in November 2022 pleaded not guilty to the crime on Tuesday, July 16. Zachary Rosenthal faces three counts of damaging the energy facilities. Authorities said that Rosenthal and Nathaniel Cheney, both from Washington state, vandalized two electrical substations in Oregon… -
Unplugged Performance unveils ‘Tactical Cybertruck’ for police use
Imagine police cars straight out of a sci-fi blockbuster. They are closer to reality than one might think. The Tesla Cybertruck, known for its rugged, stainless steel build and distinctive design, is now looking beyond the consumer market into law enforcement. Unveiled nearly five years ago as a futuristic concept, the Cybertruck is poised to…
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