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Supreme Court Backs Biden's EPA: Climate Rules for Power Plants Can Wait

October 17, 2024

In a surprising twist, the Supreme Court has let President Biden's Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) continue its push to reduce climate pollution from power plants. More than 20 Republican states and industry groups had asked the court to temporarily halt these rules while legal challenges play

politics

Court Says No to Halt on New Power Plant Emission Rules

October 17, 2024

On Wednesday, the US Supreme Court decided not to delay a new rule from the federal government targeting carbon pollution from coal and gas-fired power plants. This rule was challenged by many states, mostly led by Republicans, and several industry groups. They asked the court to stop the Environmen

technology

Amazon's Nuclear Future: Small Reactors, Big Plans

October 16, 2024

Amazon isn't just thinking about the future—it's investing in it. The tech giant is betting big on small modular reactors (SMRs), a new kind of nuclear power plant that's smaller and faster to build than traditional ones. In the early 2030s, if everything goes as planned, these SMRs could help power

technology

AI and Climate: New Perspectives from Newsweek

October 16, 2024

On the 72nd floor of One World Trade Center, Newsweek hosted two exciting events in September. Experts in medicine and climate action gathered to discuss how artificial intelligence (AI) can solve problems in their fields. One event focused on using AI to help doctors with tough tasks, so they can s

technology

Potholes: Kingston's New Enemy, AI's New Challenge

October 12, 2024

Potholes are a huge headache for drivers in Kingston. They can wreck your tires, mess up your car's suspension, and make your ride super bumpy. And guess what? Climate change might make things even worse in the future. But Kingston has a plan. They're using AI technology to tackle these pesky pothol

environment

California’s Carbon Capture Dilemma: Why It’s a Risky Bet

October 11, 2024

California has been a front-runner in combating climate change, from banning new gasoline cars to suing big oil companies. But now, there's a new worry: carbon capture projects. These projects aim to capture and store carbon dioxide from power plants and industrial sites. Yet, many experts agree thi

environment

FEMA's Big Spend: A Look at Rapid Disaster Funding

October 11, 2024

FEMA has been burning through its disaster funds at a lightning pace. In just over a week, they spent about $9 billion of their recently allocated $20 billion. Why the rush? The agency is dealing with back-to-back hurricanes Helene and Milton, plus a whole list of other disasters like wildfires, flo

environment

Sisterhood of the Sea: Korean Women Divers

October 11, 2024

Meet the haenyeo of Jeju Island in South Korea. These women, known as the “real-life mermaids,” are keeping a centuries-old tradition alive. Many of them are now in their 60s, 70s, and 80s, but they continue to dive into the deep blue sea to harvest seafood. They don’t use oxygen tanks or profession

weather

How Did Hurricane Milton Become So Powerful?

October 10, 2024

Hurricane Milton surprised everyone by growing so fast and strong. It started small, but quickly got bigger and stronger. This happened because of very warm water in the Gulf of Mexico. Also, a process called "eyewall replacement" made it even bigger. Milton's winds reached over 175 mph, which is ve

politics

President Biden Squashes Weather Control Conspiracy

October 10, 2024

It seems like the weather is always a hot topic, especially when it's dangerous. President Biden recently clapped back at a wild claim by Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. She said the government can control the weather, like a huge, invisible hand. But Biden didn't buy it. He said it's "ridic