South Carolina Utility Wants to Sell Unfinished Nuclear Power Site
The utility, Santee Cooper, is trying to sell two nuclear reactors that it abandoned in 2017 as tech companies seek new sources of electricity for data centers.
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DeepSeek-driven sell-off puts power demands of AI in doubt, says IEA
Breakthrough suggests artificial intelligence’s appetite for energy may not be as insatiable as previously thoughtFinancial Times - 1h -
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High-voltage power lines saw a temporary surge in electrical current in the area where the deadly Eaton Fire is believed to have started, Southern California Edison said.NBC News - 12h -
Chevron Wants to Tap Into A.I. Boom by Selling Electricity to Data Centers
The oil company plans to build natural gas power plants that will be directly connected to data centers used by technology companies for artificial intelligence and other services.The New York Times - 17h -
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UCLA remains No. 1, but South Carolina is right on its heels at No. 2CBS Sports - 15h -
Nigerian man extradited to U.S. for alleged sextortion of South Carolina teen
Gavin Guffey, the son of South Carolina state Rep. Brandon Guffey, died by suicide in 2022.CBS News - 1d -
South Carolina apologizes to LSU for song choice
South Carolina issued an apology to LSU and Tigers junior guard Flau'Jae Johnson on Sunday in response to the Gamecocks' DJ playing a song by Johnson's late father at the end of Friday's game ...ESPN - 1d -
Big Tech Wants Data Centers Plugged Directly into Power Plants. Utilities Don’t
If data centers connect direct to the utilities, it raises questions about the grid.Inc. - 2d -
Last 4 escaped monkeys are captured in South Carolina after months on the loose
Officials say they have recaptured the final four monkeys who escaped two months ago from a South Carolina compound that breeds them for medical researchABC News - 3d -
Big Tech wants to plug data centers right into power plants. Utilities say it's not fair
Looking for a quick fix for their fast-growing electricity diets, tech giants are increasingly looking to strike deals that would let them plug directly into power plantsABC News - 3d -
Last 4 Monkeys That Escaped in South Carolina Are Captured
Finally, all 43 of the rhesus macaques have been found, according to the primate research facility in Yemassee, S.C., from which they fled in November.The New York Times - 4d -
South Carolina extends Beamer through 2030
South Carolina has rewarded football coach Shane Beamer with a new contract that will run through the end of 2030.ESPN - 4d -
Trump wants nuclear reduction talks with China, Russia
President Trump while addressing the World Economic Forum in Davos on Thursday said that he wants to hold talks with Russia and China about reducing nuclear weapon stockpiles. Trump during his ...The Hill - 5d -
South Korea investigators seek indictment of President Yoon for insurrection and abuse of power
South Korea’s anti-corruption officials requested that prosecutors indict impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol for insurrection and abuse of power over his short-lived martial law declaration.NBC News - 5d -
Mace mulls South Carolina governor's bid
Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) is mulling a run for South Carolina governor, her spokesperson confirmed to The Hill on Wednesday. Mace in an interview with The Associated Press said she's "seriously ...The Hill - 6d -
South Carolina to Reboot Giant Nuclear Project to Meet AI Demand
Santee Cooper is working with bankers to solicit interest in V.C. Summer.The Wall Street Journal - 6d -
No. 2 South Carolina to host No. 5 LSU a day later than scheduled after winter weather in the South
The Southeastern Conference has postponed Thursday night’s women’s basketball game between No. 5 LSU and No. 2 South Carolina in Columbia, South Carolina, until FridayABC News - 6d -
South Korea bristles at Trump calling North Korea ‘nuclear power’
South Korea rebuked President Trump’s remarks calling North Korea a “nuclear power,” raising concern about the relationship between the two countries. “North Korea’s denuclearization remains a ...The Hill - Jan. 21 -
Trump calls North Korea a 'nuclear power,' drawing a rebuke from Seoul
Denuclearization of North Korea is imperative, South Korea said Tuesday after President Donald Trump described the reclusive regime as a “nuclear power.”NBC News - Jan. 21 -
'Always keep the faith,' Biden tells South Carolina congregation
In what will likely be the final public remarks of Biden's time in office, he reflected on his decades-long career and urged Americans to "always keep the faith."ABC News - Jan. 19 -
Why South Africa wants to jail miners trapped underground for months
More than 70 people have reportedly died while trapped in a mine after a monthlong standoff with the South African government over illegal mining. CBS News' Chris Livesay has more.CBS News - Jan. 17 -
South Carolina's Dawn Staley inks historic $25M contract extension
South Carolina's head women's basketball coach Dawn Staley signed a contract extension to stay with the team until 2030.CBS News - Jan. 17 -
France Wants to Prosecute the Founder of Chat Site Linked to Pelicot Rapes
Isaac Steidl founded the Coco platform, which authorities tied to criminal activity for years. The effort to hold Mr. Steidl accountable tests a new legal frontier.The New York Times - Jan. 17 -
Energy Dept. Offers Utilities $22 Billion to Reshape U.S. Power Grids
The loan guarantees are one of the final attempts by the outgoing Biden administration to encourage power companies to cut emissions while trying to keep rates down.The New York Times - Jan. 16 -
End state-sanctioned secrecy in South Carolina's penal system
The regime of secrecy has won another battle.The Hill - Jan. 13 -
Women’s college basketball power rankings: How high did LSU and South Carolina jump?
It has been quite the week for the defending champions. First, South Carolina’s Ashlyn Watkins suffered a season-ending ACL tear against Mississippi State. The Gamecocks were already adapting to ...Yahoo Sports - Jan. 13 -
L.A. Utilities’ Decisions to Keep Power On Are Scrutinized
Energy experts said the decision by utility companies serving the area not to turn off many power lines during high winds had likely increased the risk of fires.The New York Times - Jan. 11 -
South Carolina grower took farmworkers' pay for political donations
Feds looking for hundreds of H-2A program workers to repay them for illegally deducted political donations and cleaning fees.CBS News - Jan. 10 -
'Conclave' examines power. Stanley Tucci explores why you'd want it
The film looks at the backstabbing intrigue that undermines elections even among the holiest constituents — such as Catholic cardinals.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 8 -
Ashlyn Watkins injury: South Carolina star suffers torn ACL, striking huge blow to Gamecocks' frontcourt
No. 2 South Carolina will have to finish the season without its best interior defenderCBS Sports - Jan. 7 -
Women's college basketball Star Power Index: Hannah Hidalgo helps Notre Dame outlast North Carolina
Hidalgo and Audi Crooks are both dominating in their second collegiate seasonsCBS Sports - Jan. 6 -
Cocksure Kim Jong-un is raising the nuclear stakes. Is it time for South Korea to follow suit? | Simon Tisdall
Under Donald Trump, the US may become an unreliable ally. The case is getting stronger for Seoul to build its own deterrent. So-called frozen conflicts can suddenly turn hot without warning. Look ...The Guardian - Jan. 4 -
Women: Can South Carolina again run the table in the SEC?
The Gamecocks' quest for a third straight undefeated league season starts Thursday when SEC play opens.ESPN - Jan. 2 -
Constellation Inks $1 Billion Nuclear Power Deal
Under the contracts, Constellation will deliver electricity to more than 13 federal agencies.Inc. - Jan. 2 -
South Carolina DB Nick Emmanwori sits out second half of Citrus Bowl loss to surprise of teammates
Nick Emmanwori was absent in the second half of a hotly contested Citrus Bowl loss to IllinoisCBS Sports - Jan. 1 -
WATCH: Irate Shane Beamer restrained by staff after Illinois' Bret Bielema taunts South Carolina during bowl
Beamer believes Bielema was upset over fair catch protocol on a kickoff returnCBS Sports - Jan. 1
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