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Reporting Highlights Health Fears: Some critics say large solar farms are a public health threat. While there is little reputable evidence for this, their claims have helped power a backlash. Stalling Solar: Restrictions on solar development are proliferating nationwide, helping to slow the growth of installations even as consumer energy costs are rising. Michigan Battleground: Solar policy is especially fraught in Michigan. Fierce local battles include restrictions based on public health and local governments challenging state authority. These highlights were written by the reporters and editors who worked on this story. Kevin Heath had hoped there would be solar panels…

The U.S. military’s top uniformed and top civilian officials will take questions from the press on the Iran war Friday morning, as a weeks-long U.S.-Iran ceasefire remains in place — but with both sides ratcheting up their competition for control over shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, are holding a news conference at 8 a.m. ET. They have jointly addressed reporters several times since Operation Epic Fury began in late February.While fighting between the U.S. and Iran is paused, American forces have imposed a blockade…

Black Stars coach Carlos Queiroz has asserted that his new role is the “biggest challenge” in his coaching career. The 73-year-old gaffer has been appointed to lead the Black Stars in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup. Speaking at his unveiling in Accra,he admitted that this is the biggest challenge of his 40-year coaching career. “It is an honour and a privilege to be here today,” Queiroz said at the unveiling. “Since I arrived, I have started to feel it. This is the soul of the Black Stars. The soul of the Black Stars is huge, and that means our…

I hope this post will not be unduly scattered or incomplete, and hope that readers will step up to fill in any gaps or address ambiguities. I have been not as deep into new news flow as I normally am due to having a big plate of real world matters to address. But this conflict is also in a bizarre phase. The combination of Trump’s worsening white matter disease plus key members of his team doubling down on the one activity in which they are somewhat competent, propaganda, has resulted in them even more losing the plot in what matters:…

Chinese hacking groups linked to large-scale cyberattacks and intrusions of critical infrastructure are using covert computer networks for their operations, according to a British government security report made public Thursday. The report by the London-based National Cybersecurity Centre provides new details on how Chinese cyberactors recently shifted from using home-grown cybersystems to a new method of masking espionage and infrastructure penetrations by using networks of compromised computer devices. The British report is the latest indicator that U.S. and international efforts to counter widespread Chinese hacking operations have been ineffective – despite numerous reports and public information identifying groups and activities…

Tragic Incident and Community ResponseA Louisiana community is reeling after the shocking death of 16-year-old McKenzie Rideau during a shooting at a graduation party. The incident, which unfolded early on May 20, left friends and family devastated as they mourn the loss of a bright and ambitious teen.McKenzie, fondly remembered for her “radiant smile and kind heart,” had a promising future ahead. She was not only a student at Lake Charles College Prep but also a proud member of the volleyball team, inspiring those around her with her energy and positivity. Principal Freddie L. Harrison III expressed the profound sadness…

From illegal war on Iran to an inhumane fuel blockade of Cuba, from AI weapons to crypto corruption, this is a time of staggering chaos, cruelty, and violence.  Unlike other publications that parrot the views of authoritarians, billionaires, and corporations, The Nation publishes stories that hold the powerful to account and center the communities too often denied a voice in the national media—stories like the one you’ve just read. Each day, our journalism cuts through lies and distortions, contextualizes the developments reshaping politics around the globe, and advances progressive ideas that oxygenate our movements and instigate change in the halls…

A gruesome discovery in a Hollywood impound lot sparked a monthslong investigation that led to murder and sex abuse charges against a 21-year-old singer.After decomposing, dismembered remains were found in an abandoned Tesla, investigators quickly linked the car to its registered owner — identified by authorities as David Anthony Burke, known professionally as D4vd, who has nearly 4 million followers on TikTok. BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – MAY 25: d4vd performs during the 2024 Boston Calling Music Festival at Harvard Athletic Complex on May 25, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts.Astrida Valigorsky/Getty ImagesSeveral days later, officials identified the victim whose remains were found in the…

Chennai Super Kings delivered a dominant all-round performance to thrash Mumbai Indians by 103 runs in Match 33 of the Indian Premier League 2026 at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday, April 23.After being put into bat, Chennai Super Kings posted a commanding 207/6 in their 20 overs, riding on a sensational unbeaten century from Sanju Samson. The wicketkeeper-batter anchored the innings brilliantly, scoring an unbeaten 101 off 54 balls with a perfect mix of aggression and composure. He found good support from Ruturaj Gaikwad, who chipped in with a quick 22 off 14, while Sarfaraz Khan (14 off 8) and…

The return of Gervonta Davis feels imminent but whether the WBA lightweight champion-in-recess will fight at 135lbs remains to be seen, with the team of his expected lightweight opponent claiming that ‘Tank’ is ducking them.A three-division champion, Davis had held the WBA title since late 2023 and defended it twice, knocking out Frank Martin and then drawing with Lamont Roach Jr in his most recent outing, over a year ago.However, back in January, Davis lost his status as champion and was instead named as the champion-in-recess, meaning that he would likely get the opportunity to regain his belt upon his…