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The 4 Big K-12 Questions This Election Day
Voters are deciding K-12 education issues on Tuesday, including battles over transgender athletics participation, diversity initiatives, school funding measures, and education savings accounts across multiple states.
Travellers to EU face renewed queues as border-check flexibility rules expire
EU border-check flexibility measures expire, potentially causing renewed queues for travellers, though some member states may not fully enforce biometric screening requirements.
Fuel Oil Becomes Asia’s Next Cost Shock
Disrupted Middle Eastern and Russian fuel oil supplies have pushed Asian shipping costs to record levels, with Singapore’s premiums reaching unprecedented spreads as demand remains resilient despite geopolitical tensions.
Record Tanker Rates Cripple U.S. Crude Oil Flows to Asia
Record tanker freight rates triggered by the Iran war have surged to $80 million per shipment, deterring Asian refiners from purchasing U.S. crude and causing major disruptions to global oil trade patterns.
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Sriram Raghavan Developing New Thriller in the ‘Johnny Gaddaar’ Zone for India’s Matchbox Shots as ‘Operation Safed Sagar’ Soars on Netflix Charts (EXCLUSIVE)
Director Sriram Raghavan is developing a new thriller for Matchbox Shots reminiscent of his 2007 film “Johnny Gaddaar,” while the production house expands its slate following Netflix success with war series “Operation Safed Sagar.”
Woody Harrelson Ready to Direct Another Live Film, Compares Jason Bateman’s ‘The Cackling of the Dodos’ to Martin McDonagh and the Coen Brothers
Woody Harrelson expressed interest in directing another live-streamed film and revealed he is beginning to pursue stand-up comedy while discussing upcoming projects at the Sarajevo Film Festival.
Meghan Markle Eyes Acting Return After Move Back to the U.K.
Meghan Markle is considering an acting return to a U.K.-based project following her and Prince Harry’s announced relocation to England after six years in California.
The Odyssey becomes highest grossing R-rated film of all time
Christopher Nolan’s adaptation of Homer’s epic poem has surpassed Deadpool & Wolverine to become the highest-grossing R-rated film ever, achieving $1.35 billion worldwide.
How Solar Panel Prices Fell 90 Percent In 15 Years
Solar panel prices have fallen 90 percent since 2010, making solar the world’s cheapest energy source and fastest-growing form of power generation globally.
Asahi Kasei Develops Novel Lithium Pre-doping Technology to Raise Energy Density and Lower Cost of Silicon-rich Lithium-ion Batteries
Asahi Kasei has developed a lithium pre-doping technology using lithium carbonate to improve energy density and reduce costs in silicon-rich lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles and robotics applications.
Lithium-Ion Batteries Tapped For $100 Million from Trump Admin.
Forge Nano is expanding its North Carolina lithium-ion battery factory with $100 million in federal funding, targeting defense and critical infrastructure applications rather than consumer vehicles.
Houthis Move to Gain Complete Control Over Crucial Bab el-Mandeb Oil Chokepoint
Yemeni Houthis are planning to expand control over the Bab el-Mandeb Strait by seizing coastal territories and Red Sea islands, potentially disrupting one of the world’s most crucial maritime trade routes.
California Solar Power Bills Move Forward to Support Balcony Solar, Community Solar, and VPPs
California lawmakers advanced multiple bills to expand solar adoption through balcony solar, community solar, virtual power plants, and smart meter technology in the state.
Brazil’s New Oil Frontier Could Keep Its Boom Alive For Decades
Brazil’s Petrobras announced an offshore oil discovery near the Amazon River mouth, with President Lula calling it a “passport to the country’s future” despite environmental concerns and public preference for renewable energy.
TVA Approves Gas-Powered Data Center Plan
The Tennessee Valley Authority approved its 2026 Integrated Resource Plan, which prioritizes gas power plants to serve artificial intelligence data centers while reducing renewable energy expansion.
Sunrun Shifts Away from Affiliates to Direct Sales
Sunrun, the leading U.S. rooftop solar installer, is shifting from affiliate-based sales to direct sales, adding 1,500 representatives in the second quarter amid challenges in third-party channels.