77 m. ago Renewable energy: Rural areas can be the EU's green powerhouse

The European Union aims to cut greenhouse gas emissions by at least 55% in 2030 compared to 1990 levels, and to become the first carbon-neutral economy by 2050. This ambitious goal requires a radical increase in the production of green energy within a relatively short timeframe. The untapped potential of rural areas in the union offers a way forward.

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2 h. ago Christianity declines among U.S. adults while "religiously unaffiliated" grows, study says

The percentage of Christians in the U.S. has dropped dramatically, though that loss may have leveled off in recent years.

Culture

2 h. ago Discover Pass prices to fund Washington State parks may increase

Discover Pass prices to fund Washington State parks may increase  NBC Right Now

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3 h. ago Los Angeles County Landfills Increase Dumping Limits at Palisades, Eaton Fire Cleanup Continues

Los Angeles County Landfills Increase Dumping Limits at Palisades, Eaton Fire Cleanup Continues  waste360

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3 h. ago Grab these 15 essentials for new moms during Amazon's Baby Sale

Make sure mom is taken care of too with these 15 postpartum must-haves.

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4 h. ago Anagram takes a gamified approach to employee cybersecurity training

Despite employers requiring their employees to complete yearly cybersecurity training courses, human-driven cybersecurity breaches still happen. The problem could even get substantially worse as generative AI increases the scale and personalization of social engineering campaigns. Anagram, formerly known as Cipher, is taking a new approach to employee cybersecurity training that the company hopes can keep […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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4 h. ago Ratcliffe shrugs off concerns about potential threat of fired agents armed with CIA's secrets: source

If firing CIA officers would prompt them to "risk treason" by spilling nation's secrets, they need to part with the agency, which is the thinking of Director John Ratcliffe.

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4 h. ago Ratcliffe shrugs off concerns about potential threat of fired agents armed with CIA's secrets

If firing CIA officers would prompt them to "risk treason" by spilling nation's secrets, they need to part with the agency, which is the thinking of Director John Ratcliffe.

Events

6 h. ago Decline of Christianity in the U.S. Has Slowed, May Have Leveled Off

Decline of Christianity in the U.S. Has Slowed, May Have Leveled Off  Pew Research Center

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7 h. ago Kremlin says expert level talks between Russia and US are being prepared

Kremlin says expert level talks between Russia and US are being prepared  Reuters

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7 h. ago Dementia risk could increase with low levels of essential vitamin

“Normal" levels of vitamin B12 may not be enough to ward off dementia, according to researchers at University of California San Francisco. A neurosurgeon comments on the findings.

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8 h. ago Analysts back Trump’s USAID cuts in Africa, say increased trade will better benefit continent's poor

Some analysts believe that President Donald Trump was right to cut aid to Africa and that increased trade with the continent will fill "the plates of hungry kids at the end of the day."

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12 h. ago As Poverty Rises in New York City, 1 in 4 Can’t Afford Essentials

The share of New Yorkers in poverty is nearly double the national average, according to a report from Columbia University and an anti-poverty group.

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12 h. ago Vote by University of Alaska board attempts to destroy essential commitments

Vote by University of Alaska board attempts to destroy essential commitments  Alaska Beacon

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15 h. ago Washington unemployment agency sees sharp increase in claims from laid

Washington unemployment agency sees sharp increase in claims from laid-off federal workers  KING5.com

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17 h. ago Trump Plans ‘Gold Card’ Alternative to Green Cards for ‘High Level People’

President Trump said the cards would have “a higher level of sophistication” than green cards and cost applicants about $5 million.

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19 h. ago As Greenland prepares for tourism increase, a moment of stillness among the icebergs

As Greenland resists U.S. acquisition threats, it's also welcoming an increase in tourism. Industry leaders and residents are preparing to make the island more accessible to visitors.

Politics

19 h. ago USAID’s apparent demise and the US withdrawal from WHO put millions of lives worldwide at risk and imperil US national security

USAID’s apparent demise and the US withdrawal from WHO put millions of lives worldwide at risk and imperil US national security  The Conversation United States

Economics

20 h. ago From waste to wonder: Green grout developed for sustainable construction practices

In modern construction projects, ground improvement through grouting is commonly used to ensure structural stability and safety. This technique, which involves injecting stabilizing materials into the soil, is essential for buildings in earthquake-prone regions and areas with adverse ground conditions. From securing foundations and preventing soil erosion to strengthening underground structures, grouting plays a vital role in creating a resilient infrastructure capable of withstanding environmental stresses and geological challenges.

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20 h. ago Bruce Willis' daughter gives glimpse into actor’s birthday plans with ‘ironclad’ family as he battles dementia

Bruce Willis and Demi Moore’s daughter, Scout, shared a glimpse of what their strong family unit has in store for the actor's milestone 70th birthday amid his ongoing dementia battle.

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