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Writing skills are getting more attention in school
Schools across the country are increasing focus on writing instruction after recognizing students lack foundational skills in composition, spelling, and punctuation.
The school year begins in LA with one big change: limited screen time
Los Angeles Unified School District is implementing strict screen time limits this year, banning screens for first graders and younger, with phased restrictions for older students.
UK universities face ‘financial crisis’ amid collapse in international students
UK university leaders warn of financial crisis as international student visa applications fall 11%, threatening significant income loss and potential job cuts across the sector.
Transponders to be installed on New York area airport ground vehicles following deadly collision
New York area airports will install transponders on ground vehicles following a deadly collision between an Air Canada jet and a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport in March.
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Germany’s Hydrogen Industry Is Overselling Its 6 GW Reservation Headline
Germany’s hydrogen industry reported nearly 6 GW in pipeline network reservations, but analysis reveals the figure combines entry and exit capacity in ways that overstate actual commercial commitment to hydrogen demand.
Sierra Club Welcomes MassPRIM Climate-Risk Review, Urges Accountability in Manager Selection
Massachusetts pension fund MassPRIM has completed a climate-risk review of active equity managers and plans to use findings to evaluate manager quality and select new managers.
Solar Surpasses Wind In Global Electricity Generation For The First Time
Solar electricity generation surpassed wind for the first time in 2025, reaching 2,811 terawatt-hours globally and marking a major shift in renewable energy production.
China Races to Finish Molten-Salt Solar Plant as Stocks Whipsaw
China is completing a 100-megawatt molten-salt thermal solar plant in Xizang to address energy storage challenges from rapid renewable deployment, targeting grid connection in October 2026.
U.S. Power Grid Strains Under Record Electricity Demand
U.S. electricity demand is projected to reach record levels this year and next, driven by data center expansion for artificial intelligence, straining an aging grid infrastructure not designed for current consumption patterns.
Mexico Has More Refining Capacity. So Why Are Fuel Imports Rising?
Mexico’s efforts to achieve fuel self-sufficiency through expanded refining capacity face operational challenges as Pemex refineries struggle with reliability issues, forcing continued reliance on fuel imports despite billions invested in infrastructure upgrades.
Trump Is Spending Billions On The Minerals That Power EVs
The Trump administration is investing $3 billion in critical minerals projects, initiatives ostensibly aimed at boosting defense and reducing reliance on China, though electric vehicles represent the leading demand driver for these minerals.
Red Tide Near Fort George Inlet Is Another Warning Sign: Jacksonville Needs to Move Beyond Coal
Florida health officials issued a warning for red tide near Fort George Inlet, located adjacent to a major coal-fired power plant, prompting calls for environmental investigation and transition away from fossil fuels.
Transparency, Accountability Needed in Open AI Contract with Georgia Power
Environmental and clean energy advocates have formally objected to Open AI’s electricity contract with Georgia Power, requesting the PSC reject the deal unless robust ratepayer protections and full transparency are guaranteed.
Ontario’s First Electricity Shortfall Isn’t A Capacity Shortfall
Ontario faces an electricity shortfall of over 8 TWh annually by 2032, driven by energy demand growth rather than peak capacity constraints, according to IESO’s latest outlook.
After record heat, could the Atlantic make Britain’s weather even more extreme?
Scientists are investigating whether the Atlantic’s ocean circulation system is weakening due to climate change, with potential implications for Britain’s weather including more extreme and volatile conditions.
Factcheck: No, Europe’s heatwaves are not being ‘caused’ by declining air pollution
European heatwaves are becoming more intense primarily due to greenhouse gas warming, not declining air pollution, though reduced aerosols are contributing to circulation pattern changes.