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‘I can charge my car for £6’: could new rules cut costs for EV drivers?
New English law removes planning permission requirements for pavement EV charging gullies, potentially cutting charging costs by up to 90% for drivers without driveways, though over 20 councils still prohibit them.
Automatic 401(k) rollovers reduce cash-outs, research finds — but few accounts reach new employer plans
A new automatic rollover system reduces cash-outs of small 401(k) balances when workers change jobs, but most transferred money remains in interim IRAs awaiting employer plan matches.
Breaking Down OPT and How It Affects the Economy in 6 Charts
The Trump administration’s proposed $100,000 fee for international students to participate in optional practical training after graduation could harm innovation and job creation, according to economic research showing OPT workers complement rather than replace American employees.
Scholars Launch Review Into Jason Arday Appointment
An independent review into Cambridge’s appointment of late sociologist Jason Arday has been commissioned by the Committee for Academic Freedom, involving scholars from Harvard and University College London.
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Congress Targets Putin’s Oil Lifeline With Tough New Sanctions
The House of Representatives moved to advance a sweeping Russia and Iran sanctions package on August 10, days after the Senate approved it 86-11, targeting Russian energy revenues, banks, oligarchs, and foreign entities supporting Moscow’s war effort.
Organic Flow Batteries Get A Foot In The Energy Storage Door
Flow batteries, particularly organic variants, are emerging as a long-duration energy storage solution to complement lithium-ion technology and support grid and data center needs.
China’s Coal-to-Gas Industry Set to Triple by 2030, Rystad Says
China’s coal-to-gas capacity is expected to triple to 28 billion cubic meters annually by 2030, according to Rystad Energy, as the nation develops domestic synthetic gas production for energy security.
Strait of Hormuz Traffic Sank To Just Six Vessels Monday
Vessel traffic at the Strait of Hormuz fell to six ships on Monday as negotiations for a U.S.-Iran deal stalled, marking the lowest level in over two months.
Hosepipe ban in force for millions of households – is your area affected?
Approximately 25 million people across England and Wales face hosepipe bans as drought conditions strain water supplies following successive heatwaves and record-dry weather.
Why cheap power could matter more than clean power in the push for net zero
A debate is emerging over whether governments should prioritize cheaper electricity or cleaner electricity generation to achieve climate targets, with advocates arguing lower prices would accelerate adoption of green technologies like heat pumps and electric vehicles.
England on track for record heat-related deaths this summer, official data shows
England is on track for record heat-related deaths this summer, with an estimated 2,877 deaths recorded during May and June heatwaves, potentially surpassing the 2022 record of 2,985 deaths.
Sadiq Khan calls on Andy Burnham to commit to climate action as pressure grows over North Sea oil
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has urged the UK government to recommit to climate action and reduce oil and gas dependence amid summer drought and wildfires, as pressure mounts over potential North Sea drilling approvals.
Trump is blocking billions of dollars of grants that would fix the grid
The Trump administration has halted or delayed billions in federal grants for grid infrastructure projects across the country, with some awards explicitly targeted based on state political affiliation.
Michael Sheen investigates cancer concern around chemical dumping
Actor Michael Sheen investigates a whistleblower’s allegations that chemical giant Monsanto dumped toxic PCBs at sites across Wales, potentially linked to rare cancers among local residents.
Floods can leave communities facing higher overdose deaths for years
Research shows severe flooding is associated with elevated overdose death rates in economically distressed Appalachian communities, with increases persisting for at least a decade after disaster.
Quality of Thames Water ‘flagship’ chalk stream rated as poor
Thames Water’s flagship chalk stream restoration project on the River Pang received a “poor” water quality rating from the Environment Agency, also failing hazardous substance testing.