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Fire reignites at California battery plant after evacuations amid toxic smoke
Blaze erupts in Monterey county at one of world’s largest battery storage plants, causing highway and school closures. A fire at one of the world’s largest battery-storage plants in northern ...The Guardian - 52m -
Moss Landing lithium battery facility fire continues to burn, evacuations lifted
Authorities in Monterey County, California lifted all evacuations Friday night, one day after a fire broke out at one of the world's largest lithium battery storage facilities.CBS News - 1h -
Fire at One of World's Largest Battery Plants Prompts Evacuations in California
Authorities haven’t determined what sparked the blaze.The Wall Street Journal - 5h -
Over 1,000 people ordered to evacuate after fire erupts in California battery storage plant
About 1,500 people were instructed to leave Moss Landing and the Elkhorn Slough area.NBC News - 7h -
Defense Contractor Anduril Plans New Military Drone Plant in Central Ohio
The Arsenal 1 plant, which will employ 4,000 workers, will start its high-tech production in July 2026.Inc. - 10h -
Taiwan takes a further step in production of AI chips with advanced new plant
Taiwan has taken another step in enhancing its key role in the production of advanced semiconductor chips used for artificial intelligence with the inauguration of a new plant by Siliconware ...ABC News - 1d -
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Drone footage shows fire at one of world's largest battery plants
The Moss Landing power plant, in California, was evacuated, as were people in the surrounding area.BBC News - 16h -
Hundreds ordered to evacuate as fire erupts at huge California battery storage plant
Hundreds of people have been ordered to evacuate and part of Highway 1 in Northern California has been closed due to a major fire at one of the world’s largest battery storage plantsABC News - 21h -
Warning of stowaway snakes and tree-frogs hiding in pot plants
Frogs, lizards, snakes and insect pests are being transported across the world on ornamental plants.BBC News - 1d -
Who owns California's water?
False claims over a wealthy California couple owning a vast amount of California's water are surfacing online. CBS News Confirmed's Melissa Mahtani sets the record straight.CBS News - 1d -
How Do You Convince Consumers to Eat Plant-Based Meat?
The imitation meat industry is facing an identity crisis, and the challenge of convincing American consumers to make more planet-friendly choices.The New York Times - 1d -
After Fatal Listeria Outbreak, USDA Reports Show Insects and Slime at Boar’s Head Plants
Recently disclosed violations included meat and fat residue left on walls, green mold, and ‘general filth’ in several of the food company’s plants over a six-year period.Inc. - 2d -
GM looks to make cheaper EV batteries after signing multibillion-dollar deal
General Motors aims to boost EV profitability with its deal with Norway-based graphite manufacturer Vianode for battery materials.MarketWatch - 2d -
GM Signs Multibillion-Dollar Deal for Supply of EV Battery Materials
The deal, with Norway’s Vianode, is for delivery of a material critical for electric-vehicle batteries.The Wall Street Journal - 2d -
USDA documented insects and slime at Boar's Head plants, records show
Government inspectors documented unsanitary conditions at several Boar’s Head deli meat plants, not just the factory that was shut down last year after a deadly outbreak of listeria poisoning, ...NBC News - 3d -
AI set to fuel surge in new US gas power plants
Climate targets in peril as Big Tech turns to fossil fuels to feed energy demandFinancial Times - 4d -
The Dream of California Is Up in Smoke
Los Angeles seemed like paradise. Who could have imagined where it would lead?The New York Times - 5d -
It’s Now Possible to Make Batteries Out of Paper
This startup just won an award at CES for its paper-based battery.Inc. - Jan. 10 -
Israel Strikes Ports and a Power Plant in Houthi-Controlled Parts of Yemen
Israel and its allies have escalated strikes against the Houthis, trying to force the Iran-backed group to stop firing on Israel and Red Sea shipping.The New York Times - Jan. 10 -
California Sen. Alex Padilla says protecting California "shouldn't be a political conversation"
Democratic Sen. Alex Padilla of California joins "America Decides" to discuss the devastating wildfires ravaging the Los Angeles area. He also addresses President-elect Donald Trump's criticisms of ...CBS News - Jan. 9 -
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U.A.W. Seeks Union Election at Ford Battery Plant in Kentucky
The United Automobile Workers union asked a federal labor regulator to conduct an election at a factory Ford jointly owns with a South Korean battery company.The New York Times - Jan. 8 -
Wildfires in Southern California
Plus, we explain why Facebook is getting rid of fact-checking.The New York Times - Jan. 8 -
Scotland to host 3 biggest battery energy storage systems in Europe
Investment by Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners comes as boost to SNP government before next year’s electionsFinancial Times - Jan. 8 -
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Europe's biggest battery farm to be built on coal mine, developers say
Developers confirms £800m investment across two sites in Scotland to support the growth in renewablesBBC News - Jan. 8 -
Pentagon blacklisting of China’s EV battery maker puts US banks in bind
Involvement in Hong Kong secondary listing of CATL raises reputational risks for Wall Street groupsFinancial Times - Jan. 8 -
More dangerous winds expected in California
As wildfires continue to spread in Southern California, the worst of the heavy winds haven't even arrived. Lonnie Quinn takes a look at what comes next.CBS News - Jan. 7 -
Dangerous winds fueling California wildfires
NBC News' Chase Cain reports on the heavy smoke seen over Pacific Palisades, Calif., while meteorologist Bill Karins details the path of the strong winds.NBC News - Jan. 7 -
OpenAI's Sam Altman urges Trump to ease power plant, data center construction
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman suggested that President-elect Trump should ease restrictions on data center and power plant construction to help boost the development of energy-intensive artificial ...The Hill - Jan. 7 -
Pentagon blacklists Tencent, largest Chinese EV battery maker
The Defense Department has added dozens of Chinese firms to a list of companies that are prohibited from working with the Pentagon and defense industry due to their alleged ties with China's ...The Hill - Jan. 7 -
These EV 'Battery Belt' Towns Are Betting Trump Won't Ditch Them
Ford, Hyundai and other carmakers are cranking up new EV battery factories, while uncertainty looms over Biden-era subsidies for them.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 7 -
Tornado Confirmed in Northern California
A warning covering an area with about 2,200 residents told people to take shelter because flying debris was expected.The New York Times - Jan. 4 -
15 Best Outdoor Security Cameras (2025): Battery-Powered, LTE, No Subscription
These weatherproof outdoor security cams keep a watchful eye on your property while you get on with life. Our list includes battery-powered and LTE devices and options that need no subscription.Wired - Jan. 3 -
FBI asks for public's help in finding who planted bombs day before Jan. 6 attack
The FBI made a renewed call for the public's help in finding the suspect who planted two bombs near the headquarters of the Republican and Democratic National Committees the day before the Jan. 6 ...NBC News - Jan. 2 -
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The UK office landlords selling yoga and pot plants as well as space
Fully managed offices show owners trying new ways to attract tenantsFinancial Times - Jan. 1