“East Bay Reps Criticize EPA over $40M Threat to Bay Area Grants”
Two East Bay congressional reps object to the cancellation of a $19 million EPA grant for Contra Costa County's anti-pollution efforts.
Spain and Portugal Restoring Power After Outages: Live Updates
Get live updates on Spain and Portugal power outages, Trump's approval rating, retail holiday disruption, increased…
Severe Storms Threaten Wisconsin to Texas with Potential Tornadoes
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Severe storms are predicted across multiple regions in the U.S., stretching from Wisconsin to Texas, with…
Study: Ultra-Processed Foods Dominate US Grocery Purchases, Straining Low-Income Households
Ultra-processed foods make up nearly half of US grocery purchases, especially among lower-income and less-educated households, study reveals.
Exxon set to surpass Shell, BP in low carbon expenditure
ExxonMobil is set to overtake Shell and BP in low carbon spending, planning to invest $30bn in "low emissions…
Elon Musk’s Popularity Declines Amid Increased Influence in Washington: Poll
Elon Musk's popularity dips in Washington as he faces criticism for his role in reshaping the federal government,…
Sanders Defends Use of ‘Oligarchy,’ Clashes with Fellow Democrats Over Terminology
Sen. Bernie Sanders defended using the term "oligarchy" despite criticism from fellow Democrats, asserting Americans understand it.
Large, Unfavorable Tax Bill Looms in Congress – MishTalk
"Despite GOP support for Trump's tax bill, internal battles remain as budget hawks and Medicaid defenders negotiate…
Arrest Made in Theft of Kristi Noem’s Purse, Cash – CNN
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An arrest has been made in the theft of Kristi Noem’s purse, which contained thousands of dollars in…
Understanding Capital Gains Tax Exemptions and Estate Legalities: Financial Advice from Liz
A reader asks financial columnist Liz Weston about hardship rules for capital gains tax when selling a home they no longer live in.