As the U.S. boosts fossil fuel deals under Trump and Biden, Europe's shift to renewables risks reducing demand for American gas. Gabriel Gavin and Ben Lefebvre report for POLITICO. In short:. Donald Trump and Joe Biden are both promoting U.S. fossil fuel exports, but Europe's decreasing gas demand could undermine...

Trump's push for fossil fuels could clash with Europe's green transition

Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Washington State

Gov. Jay Inslee is intensifying efforts to protect Washington’s Climate Commitment Act from a repeal campaign led by conservatives. Hallie Golden reports for The Associated Press. In short:. Gov. Inslee highlighted the Climate Commitment Act's funding for projects like wireless bus charging stations, attributing over $1 million to the...

Washington governor defends climate law against repeal effort

The Biden administration has announced $4.3 billion in funding for community climate projects, aiming to enhance local sustainability efforts and reduce emissions. Sarah Raza reports for The Washington Post. In short:. The Environmental Protection Agency is distributing $4.3 billion to 25 recipients in 30 states for climate action projects. Projects...

Biden administration invests $4.3 billion in local climate initiatives

Massachusetts State

Caught in a deadly heatwave, David Azevedo's effort to impress in a new job tragically cost him his life, underscoring the urgent need for better protections for outdoor workers. Samira Shackle reports for The Guardian. In short:. David Azevedo, working in extreme heat on a French construction site, succumbed to...

Construction worker's tragic end highlights the deadly impact of extreme heat on workers

Ithaca, NY

Kindra Bell, who lives near the former Ithaca Gun Factory site contaminated with TCE, was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease two years after regulators dismissed concerns about high levels of the chemical in her home. Jordan Gass-Poore' reports for Inside Climate News. In short:. The former Ithaca Gun Factory site...

NY officials assured Ithaca resident that TCE contamination was nothing to worry about. Then she got sick.

Chapel Hill, NC

Officials in Chapel Hill, NC, face criticism over a plan to redevelop a coal ash site near a popular greenway, as community members fear health risks from lingering toxic metals. Lisa Sorg reports for Inside Climate News. In short:. Chapel Hill aims to redevelop a coal ash site but faces...

Toxic coal ash complicates Chapel Hill redevelopment plans

Louisiana State

A proposed $1.3 billion Mitsubishi chemical plant in Louisiana faces scrutiny for its economic viability and environmental impact. Jack Brook reports for The Associated Press. The Mitsubishi facility would emit more than 780,000 tons of CO2 annually, with critics arguing for more eco-friendly production methods. The Institute of Energy Economics...

Mitsubishi plant faces criticism over economic and environmental impact

Vice President Harris, known for her strong environmental stance, might carry forward Biden’s climate policies with significant implications for the U.S.'s climate future. Joshua Partlow and Brady Dennis report for The Washington Post. In short:. Environmentalists have praised Harris' voting record on environmental issues, including sponsoring the Green New...

A Harris presidency could reshape the US climate policy

If Donald Trump wins re-election, Project 2025 has a detailed plan to reshape federal environmental policies. Michelle Nijhuis and Erin X. Wong report for High Country News. Project 2025 proposes significant reductions in federal environmental protections and workforce. The plan includes expanding oil and gas leases and reviving the "Trump-era...

Conservatives plan rollback of environmental protections under second Trump term

Monday set a new global temperature record, surpassing the previous day’s high, as extreme heat continues to affect countries worldwide, according to European climate data. Sibi Arasu and Seth Borenstein report for The Associated Press. In short:. Monday’s global average temperature was 17.15 degrees Celsius, beating Sunday’s record by...

Monday breaks record for hottest day ever recorded

Virginia State

History Facts lists eight names US parents no longer give their newborns, which you may no longer hear in Virginia. The girls' names are Doris, Gertrude, Mildred, and Judith. I know or have known women with all four names, but they are either baby boomers or boomer parents' ages and someone's grandma or great aunt. Consider the ages of females in Virginia you know with these names.

Eight names parents in Virginia may no longer be giving to their newborns

New Hampshire State

Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics refuses to test wells for PFAS contamination near its former facility, shifting the cost to taxpayers. Claire Sullivan reports for New Hampshire Bulletin. In short:. Saint-Gobain had agreed to provide water solutions for PFAS contamination but refuses to test additional wells in the consent-decree area. The state...

New Hampshire: Saint-Gobain declines to test wells, leaving costs to taxpayers

West Virginia State

Norfolk, VA

Four Virginians were confirmed to be onboard when the Titanic sank on April 14, 1912. Phillip Acts and Selini Decker, who lived a few blocks apart in Norfolk, died when the ship sank. Richmond native Robert Decker and Eloise Smith, who later moved to Richmond from West Virginia, survived.

There's a reason no remains from the Virginia Titanic victims will ever be found

In Virginia, Drinking in public or offering another person alcohol in a public space is prohibited. This is a class 4 Misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $250.00. Under a new law that goes into effect on July 1, this will change to a degree.WDBJ7 reports that the prohibition on drinking or offering an alcoholic beverage to someone else in public will no longer apply under the following conditions.

Drinking in public will no longer be prohibited on private Campgrounds in Virginia beginning July 1

Charleston, WV

Residents of Charleston, W.Va., are filing lawsuits against chemical companies, claiming that ethylene oxide emissions have caused severe health issues, including cancer. Amudalat Ajasa reports for The Washington Post. In short:. Cathy Flint, diagnosed with multiple myeloma, is suing chemical companies, alleging their emissions caused her cancer. Environmental groups are...

Lawsuits against chemical companies over cancer risks are on the rise

South Carolina State

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

The battle between the auto and oil industries intensifies as the Biden administration pushes for cleaner vehicle standards, with automakers leaning toward electric vehicles while the oil industry resists change. Marianne Lavelle reports for Inside Climate News. In short:. The Biden administration's drive for cleaner vehicles has created a rift...

Automakers and oil industry face off over electric vehicles

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Paris aims to host the most sustainable Olympics in 2024

The Paris 2024 Olympics commit to halving the carbon footprint of previous Games through various green initiatives. Ciaran Varley and Dave Lockwood...

Paris aims to host the most sustainable Olympics in 2024

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