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Trump Orders Comprehensive Review of Wind Energy Leasing Policy
Trump Orders Comprehensive Review of Wind Energy Leasing Policy
Trump Orders Comprehensive Review of Wind Energy Leasing Policy
2025-01-21 19:30:44
by Dan McCue

WASHINGTON — Among the myriad executive orders and memoranda President Donald Trump has signed over the past 24 hours, one could have a significant impact on the offshore wind energy industry. The memorandum, entitled “Temporary Withdrawal of All Areas on... Read More

Health
Study Finds More Plant-Based Protein Reduces Heart Disease Risk
Study Finds More Plant-Based Protein Reduces Heart Disease Risk

WASHINGTON — Are you trying to add more protein to your diet? Protein-rich foods benefit your muscles, bones, brain, cardiovascular and immune systems. While vegetarians and vegans avoid most or all animal-based products, many people are open to eating both.... Read More

Bright Light Therapy for Seasonal Affective Disorder

WASHINGTON — The shorter days of winter mean less sunlight and that can worsen mental health, particularly if you already... Read More

2025-01-20 14:19:50
Husted to Fill Vance Senate Seat, Ramaswamy Poised to Run in Ohio

WASHINGTON — On a day loaded with events related to the incoming second Trump administration, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine on... Read More

2025-01-17 22:31:29
Trump Keeping Up Torrid Pace During First Full Day in Office

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump launched headlong into his second term on Monday and the pace of his activities has... Read More

2025-01-21 19:37:43

Women's Issues

2025-01-17 15:36:50
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Biden Says the Equal Rights Amendment Should Be Considered Ratified

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden announced Friday that the Equal Rights Amendment should be considered a ratified addition to the U.S.... Read More

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden announced Friday that the Equal Rights Amendment should be considered a ratified addition to the U.S. Constitution, inserting himself into a long-running legal battle over gender equality. "It is long past time to recognize the will... Read More

Regulation

2025-01-17 15:02:45
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Proposed Rules Would Require Nutrition Info, Allergen Warnings on Alcohol Labels

Labels on wine, distilled spirits and malt beverages in the U.S. would be required to list alcohol content and nutritional... Read More

Labels on wine, distilled spirits and malt beverages in the U.S. would be required to list alcohol content and nutritional information per serving, plus notification of potential allergens, under two new rules proposed Thursday by the Treasury Department. The department's... Read More

Abortion

2025-01-17 14:45:04
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Texas Judge Says States Can Revive Challenge to Abortion Pill Access Nationwide

The Texas judge who previously halted approval of the nation’s most common method of abortion ruled Thursday that three states... Read More

The Texas judge who previously halted approval of the nation’s most common method of abortion ruled Thursday that three states can move ahead with another attempt to roll back federal rules and make it harder for people across the U.S.... Read More

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2025-01-16 22:37:40
by Tom Ramstack
Supreme Court Considers Revisions to Child Protection From Porn Rulings

WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court appeared cautiously ready Wednesday to revise its rulings on how to prevent children from gaining... Read More

WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court appeared cautiously ready Wednesday to revise its rulings on how to prevent children from gaining access to online pornography. The justices were told by attorneys advocating for a Texas anti-pornography law that new technology can... Read More

2025-01-16 22:32:51
by Dan McCue
Former Speaker Pelosi Skipping Trump Inauguration

WASHINGTON — One of President-elect Donald Trump’s long-time foes on Capitol Hill won’t be on hand to see him take... Read More

WASHINGTON — One of President-elect Donald Trump’s long-time foes on Capitol Hill won’t be on hand to see him take the oath of office for a second time on Monday. A spokesperson confirmed on Thursday that former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi,... Read More

2025-01-16 14:56:34
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Contaminated Drinking Water a Growing Concern for Cities Facing Wildfires

As fires continue to burn across Los Angeles, several utilities have declared their drinking water unsafe until extensive testing can prove otherwise. A warmer,... Read More

As fires continue to burn across Los Angeles, several utilities have declared their drinking water unsafe until extensive testing can prove otherwise. A warmer, drier climate means wildfires are getting worse, and encroaching on cities — with devastating impact. Toxic chemicals from those burns... Read More

2025-01-16 14:42:23
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Key Takeaways From Trump's Energy Secretary Pick's Confirmation Hearing

Chris Wright, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for energy secretary, told senators during his confirmation hearing Wednesday that he would promote all sources... Read More

Chris Wright, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for energy secretary, told senators during his confirmation hearing Wednesday that he would promote all sources of American energy, while also acknowledging the burning of fossil fuels causes climate change. Wright, a fossil fuel executive, has been... Read More

2025-01-16 14:28:05
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Netanyahu Says 'Last-Minute Crisis' With Hamas Holding Up Approval of Gaza Truce and Hostage Deal

TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Thursday that a "last-minute crisis" with Hamas was holding up... Read More

TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Thursday that a "last-minute crisis" with Hamas was holding up Israeli approval of a long-awaited ceasefire that would pause the fighting in the Gaza Strip and release dozens of hostages. Israeli airstrikes,... Read More

2025-01-15 21:58:44
by Tom Ramstack
Pam Bondi Pressed in Confirmation Hearing Over Possible Political Criminal Prosecutions 

WASHINGTON — Democrats accused Pamela Bondi of evasiveness but Republicans strongly supported her during her Senate confirmation hearing Wednesday as... Read More

WASHINGTON — Democrats accused Pamela Bondi of evasiveness but Republicans strongly supported her during her Senate confirmation hearing Wednesday as nominee to become U.S. attorney general. By the end of the hearing, there was wide agreement on the Senate Judiciary... Read More

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