Proposed expansion of Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge could lead to buyout of mining project
SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) — A federal agency proposed an expansion of the Okefenokee Swamp’s vast wildlife refuge on Friday, which could lead to a buyout offer for land intended for a private company’s mining project that conservationists
Perry High School shooter attempted to livestream his actions, a new report says
A law enforcement investigation report on a deadly shooting at a small-town Iowa high school in January reveals new details of the shooting, including that the teenage shooter attempted to livestream his actions. The town of Perry,
California utility shuts off power in 12 counties as ‘diablo’ wind spikes risk of wildfires
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A California utility shut off power in 12 counties in the northern part of the state as a major “diablo wind” — notorious in autumn for its hot, dry gusts — spiked the
The Media Line: Biden and Harris Push for End to Gaza War Following Sinwar’s Killing
Biden and Harris Push for End to Gaza War Following Sinwar’s Killing By The Media Line Staff US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris have expressed optimism that the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar
US lawmakers ask Justice, Defense departments to probe McKinsey, review contracts
A group of U.S. lawmakers have asked the Department of Justice and the Department of Defense (DoD) to investigate McKinsey’s failure to disclose its work with China’s government, saying that the consulting giant might face conflicts of
The Media Line: America’s New Marranos: Amid Rising Antisemitism, US Jews Weigh Safety and Visibility
America’s New Marranos: Amid Rising Antisemitism, US Jews Weigh Safety and Visibility Jewish Americans are grappling with how to navigate public expressions of their identity and faith in an increasingly hostile environment By Shira Dicker/The Media Line
Biden administration races to shell out billions for clean energy as election nears
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration is shelling out billions of dollars for clean energy and approving major offshore wind projects as officials race to secure major climate initiatives before President Joe Biden’s term comes to an
UN peacekeepers in southern Lebanon staying put despite Israeli warnings to move
GENEVA (AP) — Forces in the United Nations peacekeeping mission in southern Lebanon are maintaining their positions despite warnings from Israeli Defense Forces to move away, a spokesman for the U.N. force said Friday. Andrea Tenenti of
US single-family homebuilding rises to five-month high
By Lucia Mutikani WASHINGTON (Reuters) – U.S. single-family homebuilding surged to a five-month high in September, but permits for future construction rose only marginally amid excess supply of new homes on the market and prospective buyers holding
The Latest: Trump and Harris are campaigning for votes in pivotal Michigan
With the Nov. 5 election fast approaching, Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump are setting their sites on the key battleground state of Michigan on Friday. The vice president is scheduled to begin her day in
