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Business - Financial Times
UK’s clean power 2030 target unachievable without reform, warns National Grid
Investment and ‘clarity of ambition’ required to decarbonise electricity system, says top executive3 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Lucy Letby failed nurse placement for being 'cold'
The nurse was described as "lacking the natural warmth" and empathy needed to care for children.3 days ago -
Business - CNBC
Google signs deal with nuclear company as data center power demand surges
Google is the latest tech company to turn to nuclear energy as power demand from data centers surges.3 days ago - Google -
Business - MarketWatch
This 401(k) lawsuit showcases the power of a 50-year-old law
Erisa laid the foundation for retirement security, but more laws will bolster it in the years to come.3 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Google to buy nuclear power for AI datacentres in ‘world first’ deal
Tech company orders six or seven small nuclear reactors from California’s Kairos Power. Business live – latest updates Google has signed a “world first” deal to buy energy from a fleet of ...3 days ago - Google -
World - The Guardian
Two men wounded at Trump rally shooting say Secret Service failed them
Jim Copenhaver, 74, and David Dutch, 57, allege ‘100% negligence’ as they consider lawsuit for damages. Two men who survived being shot during the attempt to assassinate Donald Trump in July at a ...3 days ago - Donald Trump -
Top stories - CBS News
Over 90% of power restored in parts of Florida ravaged by Hurricane Milton
As Florida cleans up and digs out after Hurricane Milton, things are looking a bit brighter in some of the hardest hit places. While some neighborhoods still do not have power, electricity has been ...3 days ago - Florida -
Top stories - BBC News
Why the US is sending Israel a powerful Thaad anti-missile system
The move has been the focus of attention as it involves putting American boots on the ground in Israel.3 days ago - Israel -
World - The Guardian
About 80% of countries fail to submit plans to preserve nature ahead of global summit
Countries promised to save 30% of land and sea for nature - but as their deadline approaches, only 24 have followed through with a plan. More than 80% of countries have failed to submit plans to ...4 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Google turns to nuclear to power AI data centres
The tech giant says it will use energy from small reactors to power its use of artificial intelligence.4 days ago - Google -
Top stories - BBC News
Burning rubbish now UK’s dirtiest form of power
Nearly half of waste is now burned for energy, but BBC analysis finds it is as dirty as coal.4 days ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
A Reporter’s Shield Law Is Vital to Prevent Abuses of Power
The PRESS Act has unanimous support in the House, but a few senators are blocking it.4 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Family of slain hostage: "We were failed by Israel's leaders"
The parents of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, a 23-year-old Israeli-American hostage who was killed by Hamas, are speaking out for the first time since their son's death. Elizabeth Palmer has more.4 days ago - Israel -
Business - MarketWatch
Google becomes the latest tech giant to strike a nuclear-power deal for AI
Amazon, Microsoft and Oracle all have nuclear arrangements of their own as tech companies seek clean-energy solutions for AI’s massive power needs.4 days ago - Google -
World - The Wall Street Journal
Nobel for Economics Awarded to Authors of 'Why Nations Fail' and an Ex-IMF Figure
The prize was given to Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson and James Robinson for work that advanced the understanding of differences in prosperity between countries.4 days ago -
Tech - The Wall Street Journal
Google Backs New Nuclear Plants to Power AI
Startup Kairos Power plans to build small reactors to help supply electricity to the tech company’s data centers.4 days ago - Google -
Top stories - NBC News
Two men wounded when a gunman opened fire on Trump at rally say Secret Service failed them
Two men who were shot when a gunman tried to assassinate former President Donald Trump at a Pennsylvania rally said the U.S.4 days ago - Donald Trump -
Business - Inc.
Here’s What Consumer Power Will Tell Us About the Economy
Corporate earnings reports and retail sales data could offer evidence that the U.S. economy is resilient as inflation ebbs.4 days ago -
Politics - Politico
Maine’s Jared Golden is ready to make things awkward for his fellow Democrats
Rep. Jared Golden may be the heir apparent to West Virginia’s Joe Manchin in trying to claw Democrats away from the left on issues like energy and the environment.4 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Battery-operated items from Temu tested by Choice fail Australian safety standards
Consumer advocate says results are a ‘worrying reminder’ children are at risk from insecure battery components on most items. Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our ...4 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Full restoration of hurricane power outages in Florida expected Tuesday
Residents face an uphill battle as they rebuild from the back-to-back storms that devastated Florida communities.4 days ago - Florida -
World - ABC News
Nobel economics prize is awarded for research into why countries succeed or fail
The Nobel memorial prize in economics has been awarded to three U.S.-based academics for research into why societies with poor rule of law and exploitative institutions do not generate sustainable ...4 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Why some emergency alert systems failed during Hurricane Helene
Some people living in the path of Hurricane Helene may not have received crucial warnings to evacuate from the dangerous storm that killed more than 200 people across multiple states. While severe ...4 days ago -
Top stories - NBC News
U.S. is sending a powerful defense system to Israel, deepening its involvement in the conflict
The United States announced it is sending the powerful THAAD advanced anti-missile system and a number of troops to Israel.4 days ago - Israel -
World - The Guardian
The California community caught between a powerful megachurch and far-right extremists
Shasta residents voted out an anti-establishment leader in favor of a business owner who attends the enormously popular yet controversial Bethel church. This is the third in a series of three ...4 days ago - California -
World - Financial Times
FirstFT: China launches large military exercises near Taiwan
Also in today’s newsletter, Trump backs strong dollar, says adviser, and EY delays start dates for recruits4 days ago - China -
World - Financial Times
Why the UK is failing to catch up with fraudsters
The UK must equip law enforcement to tackle increasingly sophisticated criminals and give victims confidence to report4 days ago - United Kingdom -
World - The Guardian
Trees and land absorbed almost no CO2 last year. Is nature’s carbon sink failing?
The sudden collapse of carbon sinks was not factored into climate models – and could rapidly accelerate global heating. It begins each day at nightfall. As the light disappears, billions of ...5 days ago -
Business - Inc.
Volunteers Set Up Solar Power In Hurricane Helene Disaster Zone
Areas affected by Hurricane Helene are getting a solar power boost with help from volunteers.5 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
SpaceX launches, recovers most powerful rocket ever built
SpaceX on Sunday launched the world's most powerful rocket and successfully recovered its first stage booster. Elise Preston has more on the achievement.5 days ago - SpaceX -
Business - Financial Times
Pakistan security services pressured utilities over government power deal
Talks that led to expected state savings of nearly $1.5bn described as ‘more an execution than a negotiation’5 days ago - Pakistan -
World - The Guardian
Alex Salmond normalised concept of Scottish independence as he led SNP to power
Former first minister established party as a political force but questions later emerged about influence he wielded. Tributes paid to Alex Salmond’s ‘colossal contribution’ to Scottish and UK ...5 days ago