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Maurene Comey ruling offers hope of check on Trump’s assault on rule of law
A federal judge ruled that the Department of Justice’s firing of assistant US attorney Maurene Comey without cause violated the Civil Service Reform Act, rejecting government arguments about presidential power.
The datacentre next door: on the frontline of tech’s latest David v Goliath battle
A massive datacentre facility in Wales has sparked conflict between residents and tech companies pursuing AI infrastructure development, with homeowners reporting noise, fumes, and quality-of-life concerns amid government support for expansion.
NI health: Hospital doctors to strike as pay dispute continues
Hospital doctors in Northern Ireland will stage two 24-hour strikes in November amid ongoing pay disputes, with the medical union warning of potential escalation.
Vaping: Why people who have never smoked are getting hooked
More than one million people in the UK who have never smoked now vape, with numbers rising annually, driven by social factors and marketing featuring bright colors and sweet flavors.
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Peter Thiel Bets $76 Million on Argentina’s Vaca Muerta Shale
Peter Thiel invested $76 million in a 1% stake in Vista, a major operator in Argentina’s Vaca Muerta shale formation, underscoring the region’s significance as a global oil and gas resource.
Duke’s New Energy Plan for Data Centers Requires Consumer Protections Now
Duke Energy’s latest plan proposes new gas plants and extended coal operations based on speculative data center demand, prompting calls for consumer protection guardrails from regulators.
Solar Power Passes 3 Terawatts!
Global solar power capacity has surpassed 3 terawatts, driven by growth in China and emerging markets worldwide, with projections reaching 9 terawatts by 2036.
OCTA Is Spending Again On Hydrogen Because The Fuel Chain Failed
Orange County Transportation Authority is investing another $27.6 million in hydrogen infrastructure after its existing fueling system became unusable, forcing a major fleet expansion despite previous operational failures.
Disabled in a heatwave: ‘We’re talking about survival’
Disabled people face severe challenges during heatwaves, from overheating wheelchairs to guide dogs unable to travel, with campaigners warning existing public guidance often overlooks their specific needs and survival concerns.
Some Nebraska communities are cashing in on renewables. Others are being left behind.
Nebraska communities receiving renewable energy tax revenue are funding school expansions and services, but revenue distribution is highly unequal across the state’s counties.
Scientists define a new category of heat wave: ‘Snow eaters’
Scientists have defined a new category of heat wave called “snow eaters,” characterized by temperatures staying above freezing for multiple consecutive days, causing rapid snowmelt across the Western United States.
Five reservoirs in England and Wales ‘exceptionally low’ as drought persists
Five major reservoirs in England and Wales have reached exceptionally low levels amid ongoing drought and heat, with concerns about water supply extending into autumn months.
‘It’s due to climate’: the people of Stourbridge on the town’s wildfires
Wildfires in Stourbridge destroyed 19 homes and damaged 18 others during record heat. Residents praised emergency responders while attributing the disaster to climate change.
Belgian wildfire doubles in size on third day tearing through Hautes Fagnes nature reserve
A massive wildfire in Belgium’s largest nature reserve has more than doubled in size over three days, prompting evacuations and drawing firefighting support from neighboring countries.
Cattle cull: Muir resignation demand is ‘not personal’ says UFU
Ulster Farmers’ Union calls for Agriculture Minister Andrew Muir’s resignation over a controversial cattle cull in County Tyrone, insisting the demand is not personal but centers on review methodology.
European farmers face ‘unprecedented crisis’ after successive heatwaves
European farmers face severe production losses following prolonged heatwaves and drought, with vegetable and grain yields down significantly across France, Italy, and Spain this summer.