US-Iran tensions have rattled global markets, contributing to economic contraction in the UK and heightening concerns over energy security, despite ongoing diplomatic efforts to prevent a full-scale conflict.
Kenji··2 min read
The U.S. Department of Energy has allocated $425 million to extend the life of 12 coal plants and fund two new facilities, aiming for 'energy dominance' despite potential legal and environmental challenges.
Jessy··2 min read
The Trump administration's internal friction has led to the cancellation of a key AI executive order, leaving US AI governance in a state of flux and creating policy uncertainty for the industry.
Jessy··2 min read
New proposed OMB rules allowing for the summary cancellation of federal science grants have sparked widespread outcry, with academics fearing political bias and the erosion of research independence.
Jessy··2 min read
New York is considering weakening its 2019 climate law emission targets, sparking concerns among activists, while community leaders in Florida report that reduced FEMA assistance is hindering post-disaster recovery.
Jessy··2 min read
The entire 22-member governing board of the National Science Foundation (NSF) was fired, sparking intense concern regarding the autonomy of scientific research and triggering potential administrative law challenges.
Jessy··2 min read
The administration has dismissed all 22 members of the National Science Board. The move reportedly occurred ahead of the board's planned release of a report warning that the US is losing scientific ground to China.
Jessy··1 min read
The Trump administration has dismissed the entire National Science Board, a move that threatens the structure and independence of U.S. scientific research, triggers potential legal action, and threatens to cause long-term uncertainty in NSF funding.
Jessy··2 min read
A federal judge has issued an injunction blocking the Trump administration's attempt to blacklist Anthropic, ruling that the administration lacked the legal authority to impose restrictions based on supply-chain-risk designations.
Jessy··2 min read
The Trump administration has deployed ICE agents to US airports, officially to assist with security delays, sparking controversy over arrests and legal concerns regarding federal enforcement powers.
Mark··2 min read