5 Takeaways From Our Investigation of Trump’s Waivers for Polluters

New York Times - Oct 24, 2026

Chemical plants and other industrial facilities had been required to curb their toxic emissions. A New York Times investigation shows how they got out of it.

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Global Oil Price Hits $116 a Barrel, Highest Since April

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How Worried Should We Be About the Economy? Let’s Look at 2008.

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How Worried Should We Be About the Economy? Let’s Look at 2008.

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Melanoma Vaccine Ushers in New Hope for Cancer Patients

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Why Anger About Data Centers and Energy Prices May Not Swing Votes

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Why Anger About Data Centers and Energy Prices May Not Swing Votes

In Ohio, many voters say their frustration about the increase in electricity and fuel prices and the growth of data centers won’t influence whom they vote for.

U.S. Government Takes a Cut of Chip Business in Japan-Funded Deal

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President Trump’s novel deal-making is on display in upstate New York, where the administration is funneling Japanese funds into a government-owned chip factory.

A Fight Over Felon Voting Prompts a Free Speech Debate

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A Fight Over Felon Voting Prompts a Free Speech Debate

A Minnesota group worried that its opposition could expose it to prosecution under the state’s deceptive-practices law. Its lawsuit could have wide implications for limiting speech around elections.

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Heading to France? Amid Recent Unrest, Here’s What to Know

Oct 23, 2026

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Demonstrations are expected to continue this weekend in Paris and other French cities. Some museums and tourist sites will be closed, and visitors should expect a strong police presence.

Civil servant who juggled five jobs says he was 'surprised' to be charged with fraud

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Republicans Cut Taxes to Win the Midterms. It May Not Work Out.

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