65 m. ago Proposed framework could ensure equitable access during global transition to clean energy

New research led by The University of Manchester has outlined a more equitable way to plan the transition to low-carbon energy systems that reduces regional disparities in access to energy and water services.

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78 m. ago Washington State Scales Up Paid Family and Medical Leave Law

Washington State Scales Up Paid Family and Medical Leave Law  Ogletree

Society

2 h. ago Flaring Iran nuclear crisis provides first major test for pivotal Trump trio

A trio of key Trump administration officials — Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard and White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt — are in the midst of facing their first major foreign policy test in their high-profile admin roles.

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2 h. ago Opinion | Airbnb and Vrbo are going downhill like a hippo on a water slide

Opinion | Airbnb and Vrbo are going downhill like a hippo on a water slide  The Washington Post

Politics

2 h. ago Democrat mother 'absolutely thrilled' as Supreme Court upholds ban on youth transgender treatments

Supreme Court's decision on Tennessee's ban on transgender treatments for minors receives support from California Democrat Erin Friday, who sees broader impacts for transgender issues.

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2 h. ago Train a virtual dragon? Film studios turn to Roblox and other games to reach young fans

Surrounded by virtual cliffs and a cascading waterfall, dragon riders on Roblox's massive online gaming platform immerse themselves in a memorable scene from "How to Train Your Dragon."

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4 h. ago Our model suggests President Trump is under water in every swing state

Our model suggests President Trump is under water in every swing state  The Economist

Politics

7 h. ago U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem says State Department "planning for contingencies" to help Americans leave Israel

U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem says State Department "planning for contingencies" to help Americans leave Israel  CBS News

Politics

7 h. ago Health care financing deputy secretary Moran to leave for Washington state job

Health care financing deputy secretary Moran to leave for Washington state job  Maryland Matters

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8 h. ago Court Leaves States to Decide on Trans Treatments for Minors

The Supreme Court decision upholding a Tennessee ban on gender transition care for trans youths means a state-by-state patchwork of policies will remain.

Events

9 h. ago Kate Middleton rewrites royal playbook, puts herself first in unprecedented move: experts

Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, announced in March 2024 that she was diagnosed with an undisclosed form of cancer. In January, the mother of three said she was in remission.

Politics

9 h. ago Stripe’s former growth lead helps African diaspora invest in startups, real estate

When Joe Kinvi joined Touchtech Payments in 2017 as head of finance, the Irish startup couldn’t afford his full salary. So he negotiated for stock to make up the difference. Eighteen months later, Stripe acquired the company, and that equity converted into Stripe shares, enough to let Kinvi leave his job, bootstrap a side project, […]

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10 h. ago Hundreds gather to remember slain Minnesota lawmaker and husband

Hundreds have gathered outside Minnesota’s Capitol for a vigil to remember a prominent state lawmaker and her husband gunned down at their home

Politics

20 h. ago Here is when registrations for boats and watercraft in Washington State expire

Here is when registrations for boats and watercraft in Washington State expire  KREM

Politics

21 h. ago Terrifying Video Captures Moment Cruise Ship Line Snaps and Boat Drifts Away from Pier in 'Sudden Squall'

Terrifying Video Captures Moment Cruise Ship Line Snaps and Boat Drifts Away from Pier in 'Sudden Squall'  People.com

Politics

21 h. ago A trio of studies could help Puerto Rico's energy system weather future storms

When Hurricane Fiona struck Puerto Rico in 2022, it exposed the vulnerabilities of the island's energy infrastructure. Though only a Category 1 storm, Fiona caused a total blackout across the island, leaving residents without power for days to weeks with far-reaching health, safety, and economic consequences.

Events

21 h. ago 'We won': Social media erupts over SCOTUS ruling dealing 'fatal blow' to transgender surgeries on minors

Conservatives on social media took a victory lap on Wednesday after the Supreme Court upheld a law banning transgender procedures on children in Tennessee.

Events

22 h. ago Shooting in Seattle's Beacon Hill neighborhood leaves at least 1 injured

Shooting in Seattle's Beacon Hill neighborhood leaves at least 1 injured  KING5.com

Events

23 h. ago Prosecutors call it the biggest jewelry heist in U.S. history. Here's what to know

A federal indictment accuses seven Californians of stealing approximately $100 million worth of gold, precious gems and luxury watches from an armored semitruck leaving a jewelry show in 2022.

Events

24 h. ago Young mother thrown from boat leaves behind grieving husband, 4 children after Alabama waters tragedy

Alabama mother Brittney Sherman, 27, died after being thrown overboard in a collision between two boats in Bayou Sara, leaving behind her husband and four children.

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