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TL/DR - Under President Biden's term, consumer prices have risen 17% driven by a 32% surge in energy costs. The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), a major legislative achievement under President Biden, is seen as the culprit as it is believed to deter reliable, affordable energy investment, compound security issues, and fail to provide clear rules…

TL/DR - The CEO of the American Chemistry Council (ACC), Chris Jahn, has claimed that US regulatory policies are hindering the chemical industry, adding obstacles to the government’s sustainability agenda. Jahn noted that although the industry enjoys many benefits, such as a favorable tax climate and over $1 trillion in stimulus, regulatory…

TL/DR - The Venezuelan diaspora in South America is increasingly supporting right-wing political movements. Many recently relocated Venezuelans, scarred by economic collapse, corruption and a crackdown on civil liberties in their homeland, see Venezuela as a symbol of the failures of socialism. This has led to growing support for right-wing…

TL/DR - Due to snowfall on January 19, Asheville City Schools dismissed students early and postponed or cancelled after-school activities. Buncombe County Schools closed for the day due to hazardous road conditions, instead operating under an asynchronous remote learning day with teachers uploading assignments by 10 a.m. for students to complete…