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As of Saturday, May 31, 2025, 17:21, Timezone: America/Chicago

DOE cancels $3.7B in Biden-era green energy awards

Saturday, May 31, 2025, 1:22 pm

In a move that hardly inspires a standing ovation from the climate crowd, the administration canceled $3.7 billion in Biden-era green energy awards. Critics bemoan the sidelining of carbon-capture and renewable projects, questioning whether bureaucratic enthusiasm outweighed genuine environmental commitment.

permalink / 2 stories from sources in 3 hours ago #democrats #biden #greennewdeal #doj

German Leader to Meet Trump at White House In-Person Summit

Saturday, May 31, 2025, 12:23 pm

Germany’s newly appointed chancellor is set to meet President Trump in Washington this week for his first in-person encounter at the White House. The meeting comes amid shifting transatlantic relations and diplomatic recalibrations, offering insight into the evolving U.S.-German policy dynamic.

permalink / 2 stories from sources in 4 hours ago #embassy #trump #eu #a-high-profile-individual

White House retracts NASA nomination amid turbulence

Saturday, May 31, 2025, 4:21 pm

The White House has abruptly pulled President Trump’s pick for NASA chief, with officials now promising a fresh selection. The move, linked to Jared Isaacman’s controversial ties, has left the space sector both bemused and concerned about the future direction of America’s space program.

permalink / 5 stories from sources in 1 hour ago #biden #staff-shakeup #politics #nasa

OPEC+ Approves Oil Output Increase Amid Price Slump Concerns

Saturday, May 31, 2025, 8:21 am

Oil‐producing nations in the OPEC+ bloc have agreed on an output increase, with a new supply surge and a planned July hike of 411,000 barrels per day. This coordinated maneuver is designed to deepen the ongoing price slump amid market volatility.

permalink / 2 stories from sources in 8 hours ago #trade #international-assistance #market #oil

Rapid Growth in Iran’s Near Weapons-Grade Uranium Stockpile

Saturday, May 31, 2025, 10:21 am

Independent assessments show that Iran has significantly hiked its stockpile of uranium enriched near weapons grade. UN watchdog reports and other sources underscore mounting concerns about Iran’s nuclear ambitions and the potential military applications of this dangerous buildup.

permalink / 6 stories from sources in 6 hours ago #military #iran #international-assistance #security

Gaza Ceasefire Talks: Hamas Demands and Israeli Warnings

Saturday, May 31, 2025, 12:23 pm

Hamas officials have vehemently rejected a US-backed ceasefire proposal, demanding additional guarantees before halting hostilities in Gaza. In a parallel development, an Israeli defense official warned that failure to comply with the ceasefire terms could trigger severe consequences, underscoring the fragile progress amid intensifying tensions.

permalink / 7 stories from sources in 4 hours ago #israel #gaza #hamas #embassy

Gaza Aid Trucks Ransacked Amid Crisis

Saturday, May 31, 2025, 11:22 am

In a troubling display of desperation, nearly 80 UN and WFP aid trucks loaded with food were reportedly ransacked by hungry Palestinians in Gaza. The incidents, a stark reminder of the dire humanitarian crisis gripping the region, have ignited fresh concerns over the plight of civilians amid ongoing instability.

Bluesky: @cbsnews.com.web.brid.gy

permalink / 2 stories from sources in 5 hours ago #gaza #disaster #international-assistance #hamas

NYC Crypto Kidnapping Case Sees Second Indictment

Saturday, May 31, 2025, 9:21 am

New York authorities have expanded their probe into a high-profile crypto kidnapping and torture incident involving an Italian tourist. A second suspect has now been indicted as investigators continue unraveling the disturbing criminal network that exploited digital currencies—because who knew cryptocurrency could lead to such ugly business?

permalink / 2 stories from sources in 7 hours ago #indictments #crime #bitcoin #nypd

Moderna’s Next-Gen Shot Approved

Saturday, May 31, 2025, 11:22 am

The FDA has given the green light to Moderna’s new COVID-19 vaccine, designed differently from its Spikevax predecessor. The approval comes as the science community and public alike hope that this next-generation vaccine will offer improved protection for vulnerable segments of the population, marking yet another twist in the long saga of COVID countermeasures.

Bluesky: @us-political-news.bsky.social, @newnarrative.bsky.social

permalink / 3 stories from sources in 5 hours ago #healthcare #cdc #covid #moderna

Former Police Chief Escapes Prison, Igniting a Nationwide Manhunt

Saturday, May 31, 2025, 8:21 am

A former police chief known as the “Devil in the Ozarks” has escaped from prison in Arkansas, triggering a massive manhunt. Authorities are now employing advanced technology and heightened alert measures to track the fugitive and counter the serious concerns over public safety.

permalink / 2 stories from sources in 8 hours ago #crime #legal #fbi #a-high-profile-individual

Nigeria Floods Devastate Northern Market Towns

Saturday, May 31, 2025, 9:21 am

Flooding in Nigeria has wreaked havoc on communities in a northern market town, with torrential rains resulting in at least 151 fatalities and displacing thousands of residents. Emergency services are scrambling to provide relief amid mounting concerns over worsening climate conditions.

permalink / 2 stories from sources in 7 hours ago #community #weather-disruptions #disaster #market

Champions League Final: PSG and Inter Milan Set for Battle

Saturday, May 31, 2025, 9:21 am

Soccer fans around the globe are buzzing as Paris Saint-Germain and Inter Milan prepare to clash in Munich for the prestigious Champions League trophy. With American audiences tuning in, the matchup promises high octane action on the European stage—proving once again that when it comes to football, passion truly knows no borders.

permalink / 8 stories from sources in 7 hours ago #sports #champions-league-final #psg #inter-milan