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Renewable Energy Machine Harvests Underwater Tides
The US Department of Energy continues investing in marine energy devices that harvest tidal and wave power, even as the Trump administration attempts to restrict wind and solar industries.
Iran Turns to Russia for Nuclear Power as IAEA Oversight Falters
Russia and Iran are expanding nuclear cooperation, including construction of new power plants, as international oversight of Iran’s nuclear activities faces significant challenges.
Controversial US-backed vaccine trial in African newborns halted
A US-backed hepatitis B vaccine trial in Guinea-Bissau has been halted after drawing international criticism over ethical concerns and lack of governmental approval.
‘Cut the umbilical cord’: Bougainville’s bid to break away from Papua New Guinea faces reckoning
Papua New Guinea’s parliament debates ratifying Bougainville’s 2019 independence referendum, where nearly 98% voted to secede. The island faces a high parliamentary threshold and renewed violence at the controversial Panguna mine.
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Talarico wants to unearth Paxton’s depositions to keep focus on opponent’s past in Texas Senate race
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico is seeking the release of depositions involving Republican opponent Ken Paxton to highlight Paxton’s history of legal controversies.
Hope and concern swirl for Ohioans around ‘world’s largest datacenter’
A $500 billion AI datacenter project in southern Ohio has sparked mixed reactions, with local leaders expressing hope about jobs while environmental groups raise concerns about emissions and water usage.
First Thing: Pause on US immigrant visa leaves thousands of applicants in limbo
The Trump administration has paused all US immigrant visa applications at embassies and consulates, canceling scheduled interviews as it pursues restrictions on applicants deemed likely to need public assistance.
Judge removes one hurdle for Trump mail voting order as states file new challenge before midterms
A federal judge lifted restrictions on President Trump’s mail voting executive order Wednesday, though Democratic state officials filed a new legal challenge as midterm elections approach.
Texas law banning drag shows where children may be present struck down again
A federal judge has struck down Texas’s drag performance ban for a second time, ruling it violates First Amendment protections and is unconstitutionally vague.
Three pro-Israel Democrats given key roles on House foreign affairs panel
Three pro-Israel Democrats have been appointed to key roles on the House foreign affairs committee, a move that some say contradicts recent primary victories by progressive candidates critical of Israel’s Gaza actions.
Maryland court rules Democratic-backed redistricting amendment cannot go on November ballot
A Maryland court blocked a Democratic-backed redistricting amendment from appearing on the November ballot, ruling that lawmakers violated procedural deadlines for ballot measures.
Should Kamala Harris run for president again? ‘Nope,’ says Iowa Democrat
Iowa’s Democratic gubernatorial nominee Rob Sand said Kamala Harris should not run for president again, stating he wants new leadership and declining offers of campaign support from national figures.
Trump downplays Moscow visit by CIA director as ‘semi-routine’
CIA Director John Ratcliffe visited Moscow unannounced, which President Trump described as a “semi-routine” trip while declining to confirm speculation about its diplomatic purpose.
Federal appeals court declines to dismiss criminal charges against US congresswoman
A federal appeals court declined to dismiss criminal charges against Democratic congresswoman LaMonica McIver, who was charged with interfering with an arrest during a 2025 immigration facility inspection.
Bill Gates calls for ‘human-reserved’ jobs in face of AI takeover
Bill Gates calls for designating certain jobs as “human-reserved” to protect them from AI replacement, warning governments are unprepared for the technology’s widespread impact on employment and society.
Xbox announces disc-to-digital feature that digitizes your physical games
Microsoft announces a new disc-to-digital feature allowing Xbox owners to convert physical game discs into digital versions, with testing beginning August 31st and broader rollout planned for the coming months.