Trump administration reverses promise to publish key climate reports online
The Trump administration has taken steps to make it harder to access major scientific assessments on climate change, including taking down the website for the National Climate Assessment and halting work on the next edition.
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Inflation heats up in June as President Trump's tariffs start to bite
Consumer prices in June saw a larger annual increase than the previous month, with rising rents and the effects of import taxes being the main drivers. The Federal Reserve is expected to hold interest rates steady despite pressure from the White House for lower rates.
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Action must follow Trump's 'remarkable shift' on Russia, says Sen. Richard Blumenthal
Senator Richard Blumenthal calls for concrete actions following President Trump's change of tone on Russia and its war against Ukraine, emphasizing the need for military aid and economic sanctions to support Ukraine and pressure Russia.
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Floods are getting more dangerous around the country
Climate change is driving more extreme rain storms across the U.S., leading to dangerous flooding in various communities. The need for updated infrastructure and planning to mitigate these risks is highlighted.
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In Britain, hopes are mounting to finally clean up sewage-polluted waterways
An independent report may lead to tightened regulation and modernization of Britain's water industry, which has been criticized for illegal polluting of waterways and lack of investment in infrastructure.
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Here are the 2025 Emmy nominations
The Television Academy announces nominations for the 2025 Primetime Emmy Awards, with shows like 'Severance', 'The Pitt', and 'The White Lotus' contending in drama categories, and 'Hacks', 'The Bear', and 'The Studio' in comedy categories.
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Stacey Abrams warns of autocracy and voter suppression, doesn't rule out another run
Stacey Abrams discusses her concerns about voter suppression and the democratic process, emphasizing the importance of free and fair elections, while not ruling out a future political run.
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The White House took down the nation's top climate report. You can still find it here
Despite the Trump administration taking down the website for the National Climate Assessment, the report remains accessible through other means, highlighting the importance of this comprehensive source on climate change impacts in the U.S.
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5 takeaways from the 2025 Emmy nominations
Key observations from the 2025 Emmy nominations include the dominance of shows with large casts, surprises in the supporting actor categories, and the evolving landscape of streaming platforms in the awards.
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Trump's pick for U.N. Ambassador grilled over Signal chat scandal
Mike Waltz, nominated by President Trump for U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, faced tough questions during his Senate confirmation hearing regarding a controversy involving a Signal group chat discussing military strikes on Yemen.
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