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DHS proposes new rule to use classified info early in asylum process
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proposed a new rule to enhance border security by allowing the use of classified information earlier in the asylum process. This Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) aims to expedite the removal of migrants who pose national security or public safety risks. Federal law prohibits granting asylum to individuals… -
Airbnb partners with ChargePoint to offer hosts discounted home EV chargers
Airbnb is collaborating with ChargePoint to expand access to electric vehicle (EV) chargers for vacation home renters. This partnership aims to make it easier and less expensive for Airbnb hosts to install and maintain EV chargers, potentially increasing the attractiveness of their properties to some travelers. “We are thrilled to join forces with ChargePoint to… -
China’s rare earth dominance fueled by human rights abuses in Myanmar
China has dominated the global rare earth supply chain and is now using Myanmar, a nation plagued by political instability, violence and corruption, to obtain more of these resources. Its practices are known to cause harm to locals and the environment in the process. Due to the widespread proliferation of these materials to be used… -
The (ones raising) kids are not alright
Each year the Federal Reserve asks Americans about their financial well-being. In the latest survey released the week of May 20, the share of adults that reported being financially OK was mostly unchanged from last year with one notable exception: parents. No, the parents are not alright, according to the latest Fed survey. The share… -
FCC pushes for transparency in AI-driven ads ahead of 2024 elections
With the 2024 U.S. presidential elections just six months away, how serious a threat is artificial intelligence when it comes to politics and disinformation? AI is taking a more visible role in political campaigns and it is transforming campaign strategies. The federal government is pushing for greater accountability. Jessica Rosenworcel, the chair of the Federal… -
Study finds EVs, hybrids twice as likely to hit pedestrians, causing more fatalities
A recent study published by the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health found that drivers of electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrids are twice as likely to hit pedestrians compared to those driving traditional gas-powered cars, potentially leading to more fatal accidents. This conclusion came from a review of British road accidents. The study examined 32… -
Uvalde to pay $2 million to families of victims of Robb Elementary shooting
The families of victims of the Robb Elementary School mass shooting that killed 19 children and two teachers have been awarded $2 million from the city of Uvalde, Texas. The settlement comes nearly two years to the day that a gunman opened fire at the Uvalde elementary school on May 24, 2022. The $2 million… -
EPA warns of cyber threats after finding major flaws in US water systems
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued a warning Monday, May 20, about critical cybersecurity threats to community drinking water systems. These threats could have devastating effects on utilities and the people who rely on them for safe drinking water. With just a few clicks, hackers could gain unauthorized access to water control systems, tamper with… -
Study: Bison herd removes more carbon than world’s largest CO2 capture plant
A herd of bison in Romania might actually be better for the planet than the world’s largest carbon capture facility, according to recent findings by scientists at the Yale School of the Environment. Over 200 years ago, these animals roamed across what is now present-day Romania, playing a crucial role in the ecosystem before they… -
EU funding tied to efforts to drop migrants in African desert: Report
Sub-Saharan and other African migrants traveling to Europe face dire consequences when they leave the North African coast. Many who try to make it to the European Union (EU) are being picked up before they make land and dropped off in the desert. According to a new report, EU nations are funding these roundups of… -
Haiti reopens airport after months of gang violence. Where are the gangs now?
Haiti’s main international airport in Port-au-Prince reopened Monday, May 20, three months after being forced to close due to escalating gang violence. Haitian gangs grew more powerful and independent since the 2021 assassination of President Jovenel Moïse. Previously, the gangs relied on financial support from Haiti’s corrupt political and business elites, particularly during election times.… -
Slow build up of EV chargers in the US may actually be a good thing
The United States is experiencing a shortage of electric vehicle (EV) chargers as the number of EVs on the roads continues to grow. While EV adoption has increased in recent years, the infrastructure to support these vehicles has not kept pace. In 2016, there was one EV charger for every seven electric vehicles in the… -
Biden admin to end mining leases in the nation’s largest coal-producing region
The Biden administration announced it will stop offering new coal leases in the Powder River Basin. The region produces nearly half of America’s coal supply, which powers about a fifth of the nation. This decision marks the administration’s most decisive action yet toward phasing out the coal industry in the United States. The White House…
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