The EPA said it will repeal Biden-era limits on greenhouse gas emissions from coal- and gas-fired power plants, estimating more than $300 billion in industry savings. Environmental groups vowed lawsuits, while coal industry representatives said the move would protect grid reliability and consumers.
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A 40-year-old unvaccinated woman in Jefferson County, Pennsylvania, died from apparent measles-related complications after exposure to a confirmed case, officials said. If confirmed, it would be the state’s third measles-related death amid hundreds of cases this year.
Former CIA Director John Brennan has been subpoenaed to testify Oct. 15 before a Florida grand jury examining whether officials conspired against Donald Trump. The subpoena emerged in Brennan’s lawsuit alleging the investigations targeting him are politically motivated.
Israeli officials are seeking legal action over Naza, a Venice prize-winning documentary alleging civilian deaths were built into Gaza targeting decisions. The filmmakers defend the reporting as rigorous, while Israeli leaders call the allegations false and damaging.
Macklemore has been removed from Ed Sheeran’s U.S. tour after pro-Palestinian remarks and performances at MetLife Stadium drew criticism from Jewish groups and venues. Gillette Stadium owner Robert Kraft said the rapper was barred over concerns about antisemitic rhetoric, while Macklemore defended his comments and denied hatred toward Jewish people.
Kennedy Center leaders have warned the institution may be unable to meet payroll within weeks and could close its main building as soon as Tuesday. The financial warning comes amid litigation over efforts to add President Donald Trump’s name to the building.
The nationalist leaders of Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland signed an agreement in Cardiff asserting their right to self-determination and saying Westminster has “no right” to block democracy. The parties share pro-independence goals but differ on referendum timing and legal routes.
A DHS inspector general report found detainees at Florida’s shuttered “Alligator Alcatraz” immigration facility were held in small metal cages for up to nearly two hours. The watchdog said the practice was unprecedented among inspected ICE facilities and did not align with humane treatment standards.