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

Pennsylvania State

The Guardian

The man called police to confess to a crime and then killed himself before authorities arrived at the scene

Michigan man kills himself after running over 80-year-old Trump supporter

Redbox, the iconic movie rental company with over 34,000 locations nationwide, has announced the closure of its operations following its parent company's filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. This decision has left many of its loyal users saddened, marking the end of an era for physical media enthusiasts.

A rental company with 34,000 locations has closed its doors

Trucks are the backbone of the U.S. economy, playing a crucial role in keeping everything moving. According to the American Trucking Association, trucks haul about 72.6% of the nation’s freight by weight. This impressive feat translated to $940.8 billion in gross freight revenues in 2022, making up 80.7% of the nation’s freight bill.

Biggest Problems US Truck Drivers Face on the Roads

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J. Souza

There's nothing quite like having a balcony cabin on a cruise ship. But while that semi-private space might seem like yours to do with as you please, Carnival is making sure cruisers know it comes with limitations.

Carnival Issues Ban on Balcony Activity Popular with Another Cruise Line

Maryland State

Time Out

A massive bridge project just kicked off in Maryland. Updates to The Susquehanna River Bridge broke ground on Friday, July 19, the first steps in creating two new structures to serve 110 daily Amtrak routes. “Amtrak is excited to kick off early work on this important bridge upgrade, one of...

Amtrak’s massive $2.7 billion bridge project has now kicked off

Novel Printing Technique Yields Artificial Veins Mimicking Human Tissue. Researchers at the University of Edinburgh have developed a new method to create artificial blood vessels using 3D printing technology. These gel-like tubes closely mimic the properties of human veins and could revolutionize heart bypass surgery, potentially improving outcomes for thousands of patients each year.

3D-Printed Blood Vessels: A Game-Changer for Heart Bypass Surgery

West Virginia State

Norfolk, VA

Cheryl E Preston

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

Virginia State

Ronkonkoma, NY

The New York Post reveals that two men who died in a plane crash at MacArthur Airport were from Virginia. The men had been visiting friends in Long Island and were returning home when the tragedy occurred.

Life partners from Virginia have been identified as the victims of a New York plane crash

Oregon State

Montana State

The Pacific Northwest Hydrogen Association (PNWH2 Association), a multi-state hub to establish a hydrogen economy, is now eligible for up to $27.5 million from the U.S. Department of Energy to launch phase 1 of its program. The regional hub, which includes Washington, Oregon and Montana, is one of seven selected...

Pacific NW hydrogen hub launches phase 1 of its program with $27.5M federal award

Lexington, KY

Daily Energy Insider

On Thursday, Lexington, Ky.-based The Nuclear Company said it is poised to construct a series of nuclear power plants in the United States. The fleet-scale nuclear development company said its model combines proven, licensed technology ... Read More »
The post Fleet-scale nuclear power in the U.S. on the horizon, company says appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.

Fleet-scale nuclear power in the U.S. on the horizon, company says

Demolition works have commenced at the University Maternal and Child Hospital complex in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain, as part of broader €41 million (US$44.5 million) expansion project that will include the construction of a nine-storey tower, that will be devoted to paediatric medicine. The UTE Ampliación Materno...

Demolition starts on US$45 million hospital project

CarBuzz.com

Following GM's decision to slow down on its ambitious EV goals, the automotive giant has confirmed that it has altered the production timeline of its electric vehicles (EVs). The affected vehicles are Buick's first EV, plus the pair of electric full-size pickups, the Silverado EV and GMC Sierra EV. GM CEO Mary Barra shared the news in an earnings call with analysts this week, Automotive News reports.

We Have Bad News About GM EVs You’ve Been Waiting For

Anchorage, AK

Daily Express reports that Roger Allan Holmberg Sr., a Virginia pastor, has been accused of hitting his wife while on an Alaskan Airlines flight from Seatle to Anchorage. Holberg allegedly verbally and physically abused his wife, who said she has epilepsy, and her husband hit her in the head, knowing it could cause a seizure.

Virginia pastor facing federal charges after he allegedly hit his wife on an Alaskan Airlines flight

Hydrogen combustion engines, often overshadowed by electric vehicles and other alternative fuel technologies like the Hydrogen fuel-cell, are now experiencing a resurgence in interest due to significant technological advancements and their environmental potential. Originally explored in the 19th century and revisited during the oil crises of the 1970s, hydrogen combustion has faced challenges such as storage, distribution, and safety concerns. However, recent innovations in high-pressure storage, hybrid powertrain integration, and lean-burn combustion techniques have addressed many of these issues.

Why Hydrogen Combustion Engines Still Have A Chance

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

This poem is inspired by recent research, which has found that even 10 minutes of nature exposure is likely to yield benefits for adults with mental illness. Many studies have shown that spending time in nature can improve mental health, but there has been limited research on how this specifically benefits adults with mental illnesses. It is possible that deliberately spending time in natural settings could help alleviate symptoms of mental illness.

Renewal in Green

Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A Douglas man was taken into custody on July 4th after allegedly hitting another vehicle and fleeing the scene. According to officers, once the suspect was apprehended, they determined he was driving under the influence (DUI) at the time of the crash.

Douglas Man Arrested on DUI Charges After Hit-and-Run on July 4

Wisconsin State

Fond Du Lac, WI

Mercury Marine is laying off around 1,700 hourly employees in Fond du Lac, according to a spokesperson. The company is hitting the brakes with “short-term layoffs,” which will see workers lose eight weeks of work, split into two-week chunks. This move has certainly caught many by surprise.

A Wisconsin company is laying off thousands of workers

Texas State

EYM Pizza, a major franchisee operating 140 Pizza Hut locations across several states, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in Texas. This filing follows a tense legal battle with Pizza Hut over unpaid royalties and underperformance issues.

A Major Pizza Franchisee Files for Unexpected Bankruptcy

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Outcome of Wabtec/BNSF Railway battery-electric-locomotive pilot-test protocol and the road ahead

Over the past several years I’ve been keeping a watchful eye on the goings-on in the locomotive-and-train-propulsion-power-development-progress arena. There have been numerous postings here at the...

Outcome of Wabtec/BNSF Railway battery-electric-locomotive pilot-test protocol and the road ahead

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