Scorching heat wave may portend climate future

June 21, 2024

Energy and Environment

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RECA expansion advocates express frustration after meeting with chairman’s staff

Supporters of expanding federal benefits to Americans exposed to radiation expressed disappointment after meeting with staff for House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-Louisiana) this week, saying they believe the speaker wants to wait for their appeal to finish before introducing a smaller bill.

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Fossil fuel consumption and emissions hit record highs: study

Global fossil fuel consumption and energy emissions are expected to hit record highs in 2023, according to a study compiled by the Energy Institute, a UK-based non-profit.

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Federal agencies update adaptation plans for climate change impacts

As much of the country is hit by extreme heat, government agencies are updating their climate adaptation plans.

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Justice Gorsuch scolds Supreme Court majority in drug trafficking dissent

Justice Neil Gorsuch on Thursday blasted the Supreme Court majority for ruling against drug trafficking defendants, arguing that the ruling gives the government excessive prosecutorial power. read more

Fierce debate erupts over requiring women to register for the draft

Senate Democrats have added language requiring women to register for the draft to the annual defense authorization bill, but that has sparked a backlash from Republicans and social conservatives, complicating the chances of the bill getting any time in the Senate before Election Day. read more