The Trump administration on Friday loosened restrictions on toxic power plant pollution, including releases of neurotoxins mercury and lead. On Friday, it revoked portions of Biden-era standards that tightened restrictions on how much mercury, lead and arsenic these plants can release. The move is one in a series of steps from the Trump administration to...
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Hurricane Erin exploded in strength and became a major storm in Atlantic waters just north of the Caribbean on Saturday, rapidly powering up from a tropical storm in a single day and bringing heavy rains and high winds to islands in the region. The first Atlantic hurricane of 2025,...
A labor union, solar installation companies, nonprofits and other organizations are suing the Trump administration over its move to claw back $7 billion in funds that would have put more rooftop solar power in disadvantaged communities. The funds in question came from the Democrats’ Inflation Reduction Act. The Biden administration granted funds to 60 entities including states, nonprofits, tribes...
Rep. Greg Casar (D-Texas) on Monday led 22 members of Congress in requesting that the Department of Energy add Texas to the areas serviced by proposed federal corridors for electrical transmission. In May, the department announced 10 proposed National Interest Electric Transmission Corridors (NIETCs) that, if implemented, could make federal funds available to expand grid...
The first-in-the-nation “congestion pricing” system that would charge drivers a pricey toll to enter Manhattan is now on pause indefinitely, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) announced Wednesday. Hochul, who had previously supported the plan, said in remarks Wednesday that the proposed congestion pricing plan “risks too many unintended consequences for New Yorkers at this time.”...
If the government shuts down as expected on Wednesday, the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) will no longer be able to issue new policies or renewals, which could cause headaches for homeowners and those involved in real estate transactions. People whose coverage is slated to lapse under NFIP, which is run through the Federal Emergency...
President Trump seemingly brushed off the recent electricity surcharge placed on the U.S. by Ontario, accusing Canada of being a tariff "abuser" and claiming the U.S. would get the money back when reciprocal tariffs kick in April 2. “Despite the fact that Canada is charging the USA from 250 percent to 390 percent Tariffs on...
Even if you're not typically an early riser, enjoying a great breakfast can put a positive spin on your morning. To help with that, we've gathered some of our favorite sweet and savory recipes that are totally worth getting up early for—from tender pancakes and baked goods to regional favorites and comfort classics.
Cabbage is transformed into a meltingly tender delight with this easy hybrid cooking method. The wedges are seared, then oven-braised until the leaves become silky with caramelized edges. After the cabbage has cooked, its braising liquid is quickly turned into a delicious buttery honey-mustard sauce that's spooned over the finished dish.
Sliced and served in thick slabs, this velvety-soft pound cake is perfect on its own, but is also wonderful dusted with powdered sugar, dollops of whipped cream, or served with fresh fruit.
