10 h. ago Synopsys, Cadence set to resume chip design software exports to China

Synopsys, Cadence set to resume chip design software exports to China  Reuters

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15 h. ago California rolls back key environmental law to speed up housing construction

California rolls back key environmental law to speed up housing construction  Axios

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16 h. ago ‘Crisis brewing’ in Trump Country as hospitals shutter at alarming rate, top ER doc warns

Healthcare crisis impacts rural America as emergency rooms struggle with unpaid services, overcrowding and staff safety issues, while federal officials consider potential solutions

Events

17 h. ago Faster topology optimization: An emerging industrial design technique gets a speed boost

With the rise of 3D printing and other advanced manufacturing methods, engineers can now build structures that were once impossible to fabricate. An emerging design strategy that takes full advantage of these new capabilities is topology optimization—a computer-driven technique that determines the most effective way to distribute material, leading to an optimized design.

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17 h. ago Tough fuel cell can stabilize power grid by making and storing energy in extreme industrial conditions

To build a modern-day electrical grid with the flexibility and resilience to handle ebbing and flowing energy sources like solar and wind power, West Virginia University engineers have designed and successfully tested a fuel cell that can switch between storing or making electricity and also generate hydrogen from water.

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17 h. ago Sen. John Thune, once a political enemy of Trump, emerges as a key ally

Senate Majority Leader John Thune is a key ally of President Trump's, helping get his domestic policy bill passed by the Senate. It is a dramatic reversal from their days as virtual political enemies.

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17 h. ago USPS To Roll Out New Forever Stamps, Including SpongeBob Design, In Washington State

USPS To Roll Out New Forever Stamps, Including SpongeBob Design, In Washington State  KPQ

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18 h. ago How AI Tools Are Transforming Web Design Workflows in Los Angeles: Insights from Digital Silk

How AI Tools Are Transforming Web Design Workflows in Los Angeles: Insights from Digital Silk  Newsfile

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18 h. ago Trump Floats Ideas to Help Farmers and Hotel Owners Who Employ Undocumented Workers

President Trump has floated ideas about helping certain industries that rely on immigrant labor, but the White House has yet to release a concrete plan about what’s in store.

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18 h. ago California’s film tax credit boost officially signed into law to lure back Hollywood jobs

California’s film tax credit boost officially signed into law to lure back Hollywood jobs  Los Angeles Times

Society

18 h. ago New bills would boost Medicare payments for Hawaiʻi and Alaska hospitals

New bills would boost Medicare payments for Hawaiʻi and Alaska hospitals  Maui Now

Science

19 h. ago Gallego to headline Alaska Democrats’ emergency town hall, ramping up 2028 speculation

Gallego to headline Alaska Democrats’ emergency town hall, ramping up 2028 speculation  The Hill

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20 h. ago Mayor Harrell Signs Legislation to Streamline Sound Transit Permitting and Support Faster Expansion of Light Rail

Mayor Harrell Signs Legislation to Streamline Sound Transit Permitting and Support Faster Expansion of Light Rail  Seattle.gov

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22 h. ago IIHS President to Congress: 'The United States Is in the Middle of a Road Safety Emergency'

IIHS President to Congress: 'The United States Is in the Middle of a Road Safety Emergency'  Yahoo

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23 h. ago GOP tax bill includes a $6,000 ‘senior deduction.’ Here’s who qualifies.

The provision emerged from President Donald Trump’s campaign pledge to end taxes on Social Security. But experts say many are excluded. The post GOP tax bill includes a $6,000 ‘senior deduction.’ Here’s who qualifies. appeared first on Boston.com.

Economics

23 h. ago How AI is improving accounting efficiency—without replacing jobs

A new study finds that accountants are using AI to streamline workflows and close their books faster. The takeaway: AI isn't replacing accountants, but enhancing their work when combined with human expertise.

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25 h. ago Business Travel Is Evolving Faster Than Ever. We’ll Help You Navigate It

Five years ago, work trips looked nothing like they do today. WIRED and Condé Nast Traveler have teamed up to tell you all you need to know to actually enjoy working on the go.

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25 h. ago CHP officer killed in Culver City crash suffered ‘medical emergency' before striking tree

CHP officer killed in Culver City crash suffered ‘medical emergency' before striking tree  NBC Los Angeles

Events

28 h. ago Trump lit a fire under NATO, but more needs to be done to contain the Russia

Trump's NATO success pushes allies to pledge 5% GDP on defense, marking the biggest jump since 1949, but requires faster U.S. arms production to counter Russia and China.

Politics

28 h. ago Newsom calls on Trump to boost wildfire preparedness and ‘make America rake again’

Newsom calls on Trump to boost wildfire preparedness and ‘make America rake again’  Los Angeles Times

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