Man Drives Through Gate of South Carolina Nuclear Plant, Evades Security
Authorities are searching for a man who drove through the gate of a nuclear power plant in South Carolina and allegedly attempted to hit security officers before fleeing.
Daylight Saving Time is Setting the Clocks Back on the First Sunday in November
Daylight saving time ends on the first Sunday in November when clocks are set back from 2 a.m. to 1 a.m., giving an extra hour of sleep.
Michigan House Passes Controversial Clean Energy Reforms Amid Climate Change Debate
The Michigan House has approved a set of reforms to combat climate change, which includes a requirement for utilities to rely entirely on clean energy sources by 2040.
Barack Obama Collaborates with Biden Administration on AI Strategy and Oversight
Former President Barack Obama advised the White House on its strategy for addressing artificial intelligence (AI) over the past five months, collaborating with tech companies and engaging in Zoom meetings with top Biden administration aides.
NOAA Maps Reveal Historical Impact of El Niño on US Snowfall Patterns
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has released historical maps showing how El Niño influences snowfall in the United States.
Storm Ciarán Ravages Western Europe, Leaving Millions Without Power and Causing Havoc
Storm Ciarán swept through Western Europe, bringing record-breaking winds and causing widespread power outages, transportation disruptions, and significant damage.
Intensive Search Underway for Trapped Man in Collapsed Kentucky Coal Building
Rescuers are intensively searching for a man trapped beneath the debris of a collapsed coal processing building in rural Kentucky, with hopes of finding him alive, despite one worker being declared dead in the incident.
Powerful Atmospheric River and Storm System Approach California
An atmospheric river is expected to form between Hawaii and California, influencing a storm system set to arrive over the weekend.
Holiday Shoppers Expected to Boost Spending
Holiday shoppers are expected to increase their spending this year, but their focus on value and deals is likely to limit growth to pre-pandemic levels, says the National Retail Federation (NRF).
New Bill Seeks Congressional Input on Federal AI Implementation and Safety Standards
A new bill in response to the White House's executive order on AI has been introduced, aiming to provide Congress with input on the federal government's implementation of AI systems.
Highland Fire Forces Evacuations in Southern California Amid Santa Ana Wind Threat
A wildfire in Southern California, known as the Highland Fire, has rapidly grown to consume 2,487 acres, triggering evacuation orders for more than 4,000 residents in Riverside County.
Orsted Scraps New Jersey Wind Farms Amidst Financial Setbacks in US Offshore Wind Industry
Danish company Orsted has abandoned plans to construct two wind farms off the coast of New Jersey, resulting in potential write-offs of up to $5.6 billion.
WeWork Shares Plummet as Bankruptcy Reports Loom
WeWork's stock price dropped nearly 50% to a record low amid reports that the company is considering filing for bankruptcy next week.
Fatal Collapse at Eastern Kentucky Coal Plant Leaves One Worker Dead, Another Trapped
Tragedy strikes as at least one worker has died and another remains trapped in the collapsed coal preparation plant in Eastern Kentucky.
President Biden Announces Over $5 Billion in Investments for Rural America's Prosperity and Sustainability
President Biden has unveiled a series of investments totaling over $5 billion as part of his commitment to rural America.
Kentucky's Agricultural Politics Signal Rural Voters and the Republican Surge
David W. Chen and Jon Cherry embarked on an 800-mile journey across Kentucky, exploring the political dynamics of agriculture in the state.
27 Countries, Including US and China, Sign Bletchley Park Declaration on AI for Responsible Development
The United States and China, along with 27 other countries and the EU, have signed the Bletchley Park Declaration on AI during a two-day AI Safety Summit held in the UK.
There Are Critical Considerations for 2023’s ACA Open Enrollment
Millions of Americans purchasing health insurance through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace face the annual task of comparing benefits and prices, considering changes to their plans, or enrolling for the first time.
Toyota's $8 Billion Investment Boosts U.S. Battery Manufacturing and EV Commitment
Toyota is committing an additional $8 billion to its battery manufacturing facility in North Carolina, marking the largest investment by a foreign automaker in the United States since the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) in 2022.
McDonald's Sees Shift in Customer Demographics Amid Inflation and Price Hikes
McDonald's has revealed that it is gaining middle- and higher-income customers who are trading down to its menu while simultaneously losing lower-income diners due to high inflation.