Construction Firms Go Circular As They Try to Meet Demand for Greener Office Buildings
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How one building's waste is paving the way to a greener future
According to the University of California, Davis, residential energy use is responsible for 20% of total greenhouse gas emissions in the U.S. However, one company is helping residential buildings reduce their impact and putting carbon to use. CBS ...CBS News - Top stories -
The daily struggles of paid caregivers trying to make ends meet
Caregivers who are paid privately or through state funds say they're working around the clock, but are barely earning enough to get by. Lisa Ling has more.CBS News - Top stories -
Angela van den Bogerd shown letter blaming Post Office for sub-postmaster's death
The former executive was being questioned about the Post Office's response to Martin Griffiths taking his own life in 2013.BBC News - Top stories -
Comex Gold Settles Higher, Silver Falls
Gold settled up 0.2% Friday, while silver fell 0.4%. For the week, both metals posted a loss.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Hybrid Work Demands a Refresh. Here's How Our Own Office Design Measures Up
To befit its hybrid model, Inc.'s parent company, Mansueto Ventures, has incorporated focus rooms, new technologies, and more into its refreshed office space. Here's what experts say about these changes.Inc. - Business -
Under Construction: A Remodeled House and Requited Love
Caroline Franklin, a teacher, and Kevin Wilkes, an architect, dated in high school, and then again 49 years later.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
The Business of Building a Better Future
A new book from the world's most admired design firm tackles the big question of how built spaces can address the world's most critical problems--and in so doing, offers a key lesson for entrepreneurs.Inc. - Business -
U.S. Begins Construction of Gaza Pier as Rafah Invasion Looms
More humanitarian aid could reach the enclave’s north via the floating pier, including if a planned Israeli ground offensive disrupts deliveries in the south.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Construction boss accused of bribing Russian minister as scandal widens
A third man has been detained in a bribery investigation centering on Deputy Russian Defense Minister Timur Ivanov, the Moscow court service said on Thursday.NBC News - Top stories - Russia -
Man jailed for trying to smuggle drugs into country
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Democrats Try to Navigate a Looming Strike in North Carolina
More than 7,000 U.A.W. workers at Daimler Truck plants in North Carolina are set to strike at midnight in a labor action that could carry political consequences.The New York Times - Top stories -
Mix of Slowing Growth, Firm Inflation Worries Investors
Another high inflation reading will continue to make it difficult for the Fed to cut rates in the near term.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Mix of Slowing Growth, Firm Inflation Worries Investors
Another high inflation reading will continue to make it difficult for the Fed to cut rates in the near term.The Wall Street Journal - World -
TikTok's Chinese parent firm says no plans to sell
The video sharing app faces being banned in the US unless it severs ties with its China's ByteDance.BBC News - Top stories - Tiktok -
Thoma Bravo to Buy U.K. Cybersecurity Firm Darktrace
Private equity firm Thoma Bravo said it plans to buy Darktrace in a cash deal that values the U.K. cybersecurity company at around $5 billion.The Wall Street Journal - World - United Kingdom -
Thoma Bravo to Buy U.K. Cybersecurity Firm Darktrace
Private equity firm Thoma Bravo said it plans to buy Darktrace in a cash deal that values the U.K. cybersecurity company at around $5 billion.The Wall Street Journal - Business - United Kingdom -
Micron Will Receive $6.1 Billion to Build Semiconductor Plants
The grant to the memory chipmaker is the latest federal award aimed at boosting U.S. chip manufacturing.The New York Times - Tech -
U.S. Natural Gas Futures Lose Ground on Storage Surplus
U.S. natural gas futures added to the previous day’s losses as a weekly inventory report showed a larger-than-expected build in natural gas storage.The Wall Street Journal - World -
How one state is trying to make weight loss drugs cheaper
Weight loss drugs aren't covered by insurance for North Carolina's state employees. The state is negotiating with drugmakers Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk to try to lower the costs.NBC News - Top stories -
2 Starving Families in Gaza Try to Keep Their Children Alive
The United Nations says famine is likely to set in by May. For those living under Israel’s attacks and a crippling blockade, every day is a race against time.The New York Times - World -
2 Starving Families in Gaza Try to Keep Their Children Alive
The United Nations says famine is likely to set in by May. For those living under Israel’s attacks and a crippling blockade, every day is a race against time.The New York Times - World -
Idahoans have chosen to protect life. Biden is trying to stop us.
The Biden administration has sued my state for exercising democracy.The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
Delicious In Dungeon: 10 Mouthwatering Meals From The Anime We'd Love To Try
Delicious in Dungeon is just one of many anime to land on Netflix's streaming platform this year. As the name suggests, it's a play (albeit an unofficial one) on the popular tabletop RPG Dungeons & Dragons, and it incorporates much of what makes ...GameSpot - Tech -
Two charged in connection with deaths of five people in Channel
Pair from Sudan and South Sudan charged with immigration offences in UK. Two people have been charged with immigration offences in connection with the investigation into the deaths of five people, including a child, who were trying to cross the ...The Guardian - World -
Here’s what to know as Pecker’s cross-examination continues.
David Pecker, the former publisher of The National Enquirer, will be back on the stand for continued cross-examination.The New York Times - Top stories -
Pecker Is Defiant at Trump Trial as Lawyers Try to Shake His Confidence
David Pecker, who was the keeper of Donald J. Trump’s secrets, insisted he had testified truthfully about his dealings with the former president.The New York Times - Top stories - Donald Trump -
How much are prices rising for you? Try our calculator
Use our calculator to find out how much the cost of living is going up in your household.BBC News - Top stories -
Where will the Bears play during potential new stadium construction? Team aims to stay in Chicago
During a press conference at Soldier Field, Kevin Warren and the Bears unveiled their plans for a new stadium along Chicago’s lakefront on Wednesday. Warren, while answering a question about when they plan to file a legislative bill, said he hopes ...Yahoo Sports - Sports -
A US-led effort to bring aid to Gaza by sea is moving forward. But big concerns remain
The construction of a new port in Gaza and a UABC News - World -
US troops begin construction of Gaza aid pier as questions remain over distribution
About 1,000 US troops will support the military construction efforts, but Joe Biden has ordered them not to set foot on the Gaza shore. US troops have begun construction of a maritime pier off the coast of Gaza that aims to speed the flow of ...The Guardian - World -
A ‘Nature School’ Meets in Brooklyn
A series of workshops hosted by the artist collective Field Meridians will try to get New Yorkers to open their eyes to the nature all around them.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Microsoft Earnings Jump on AI Demand
Microsoft’s revenue and profit rose last quarter as artificial intelligence bolstered demand for its software and cloud services.The Wall Street Journal - Tech - Microsoft -
How to Wear Sheer Clothes at the Office (Yes, Really)
From sheer pencil skirts to bold blazers, introducing new spring garments with lasting chic.The Wall Street Journal - World -
The Italian film which beat Barbie at the box office
Director Paola Cortellesi on the cry for change in Italy's chart-topping There's Still Tomorrow.BBC News - Top stories -
Canary Wharf offices lose £900mn of value
Docklands financial estate secures backing from lenders for £550mn debt deal against backdrop of falling valuationsFinancial Times - Business -
Police officers deny assaulting care home amputee
The officers were called to an incident at a care home in St Leonards-on-Sea in June 2022.BBC News - Top stories -
Guatemalan prosecutors raid offices of Save the Children charity
Guatemalan prosecutors have raided the offices of the charity Save the Children, citing a complaint alleging the violation of migrant children’s rightsABC News - World -
Post Office paid widow in instalments for silence
The Horizon scandal inquiry reveals details of the biggest miscarriage of justice in UK legal history.BBC News - Top stories -
Survey finds that 60 firms are responsible for half of world’s plastic pollution
Study confirms Philip Morris International, Danone, Nestlé, PepsiCo and Coca-Cola are worst offenders. Fewer than 60 multinationals are responsible for more than half of the world’s plastic pollution, with five responsible for a quarter of that, ...The Guardian - World -
US TikTok ban would be 'devastating', UK firms warn
UK businesses using TikTok say they could see a significant drop in sales if the app is banned in the US.BBC News - Top stories - United Kingdom