Attorneys General File Multiple Lawsuits Against Trump’s Final Environmental Acts
“Midnight” rollbacks by outgoing president that could favor polluters kick-started state litigations.
Republican Infighting Over Trump Brings Censures And Calls For Resignations
Republican lawmakers are being censured for voting to impeach Trump, signaling an impending shift in the GOP.
Dragon Fruit Gets Canceled
The chief minister of Gujarat orders a new name for the exotic fruit that grows on a climbing cactus.
BUSINESS BRIEFS
Oil Prices Inch Lower On Early Data Showing Builds In U.S. Gasoline Inventories
Two-day slump in crude oil prices triggered by bloated inventories
Food Fight: Copycats And Recipe Thieves Threaten Chefs, Restaurants
Lawyer says those in the dining business have more intellectual-property protection than they realize.
No Break In Sight For U.S. Gasoline Prices
Gas prices following crude oil prices higher
New York Eyes Legalizing Marijuana And Online Sports Betting To Ease Budget Woes
Many New Yorkers are already gambling on sports outside the state, Gov. Andrew Cuomo says.
Debate Over Guest-Worker Programs, Immigration Options Begins Anew
President-elect Biden hits ground running — immediately proposing a plan to help 11 million illegal immigrants.
Climate Change Now Key Issue For Boardrooms And Balance Sheets
Younger employees push corporations to address critical risks, hire green-savvy executives.
‘Camel Library’ Changes Lives In Remote Pakistani Villages
The camel has been given the name Roshan, which means the one who enlightens the path for others.
Locals Distressed At Government Move to Denotify Elephant Reserve
Wildlife activists and farmers in Uttarakhand say this move will increase man-elephant conflict
No Question That Pandemic Has Been A Boon To Quizzers
Trivia buffs have easily made the move from physical to online quiz events.
Smarter News Quiz: Spotify, Subscribers and Smart Carts
George Floyd, cave art and streaming services are in the news.
PIC OF THE DAY
Politics
In Wake Of Capitol Riot, Biden Pushes For Stronger Domestic Terrorism Laws
But not all agree that new legislation is needed.
VIDEO: On Inauguration Day, Joy Erupted In A Deserted ‘Black Lives Matter’ Plaza
A couple celebrated Joe Biden’s presidency among unattended protest signs, miles from the Capitol but close enough to celebrate.
In First Executive Orders, Biden Makes Clear Break With Trump Era
Biden signs orders overturning policies on pandemic response, World Health Organization membership and the Paris climate treaty.
World
You Say Potato, Andeans Say Chuño
South American region is home to a delicious spud you’ve (probably) never tried.
Turtle Paradise In Veracruz Remains Closed To The Public
Careless partying led to the initial shutdown, and the Covid-19 pandemic is prolonging that closure.
Costa Rica Doubles As The Hummingbird’s Paradise
It is the best country to see the 26 colorful species flutter their wings.
Offbeat
A Cold Wind Blowing: Understanding A ‘Norte,’ The Mexican Weather Phenomenon
Seasonal weather event is born in the Gulf of Mexico and receives curious name.
Sweet Success: Mexican-Made Coke-el Cola Claims Popularity, Superior Taste
Americans are willing to pay twice as much for the in-demand drink.
India To Conduct Its First Nationwide Exam On ‘Cow Science’
The government body set up for cow welfare announced that the exam will be conducted in 12 languages
Science
Innovative Genome Editing Treatment Destroys Cancer Cells
A study from Israel shows promise for a new technology that can increase life expectancy in people with brain and ovarian cancers.
Nuclear industry pushes advanced reactors, fuel recycling as climate change solutions
Used fuel recycling can help boost fledgling advanced reactors
Nuclear Industry Seeks to Break Logjam on Waste Disposal in Biden Administration
Biden focus on climate change provides options for movement on contentious issue.
Tech
Fast-Charging Electric Car Battery Could Replace Internal Combustion Engine
With such batteries already commercially ready, plans are now underway to repurpose gas stations as charging stations.
Freelance Platform Sets Super Bowl Pitch
Fiverr ad planned for third quarter of the NFL’s biggest game.
Air Raid: New Device Detects Pollution, Droplets With Viruses
The Canario device, essential for those with respiratory illnesses, is at the forefront of defining air quality.
Business
Indian Hyperlocal Delivery App Raises $40 Million
The start-up is trying to compete in a market ruled by the likes of Zomato and Swiggy.
What Is “Gentrification?”
What is the human cost of renovating neighborhoods and towns, which is growing in Latin America?
Netherland’s Most Wanted Assassin Still On Run Three Years After Prison Break Out
37-year-old has been dodging police after he escaped from prison in Paramaribo, Suriname in 2017.