Italy approves legislation paving way for nuclear power return
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Italy’s Senate approved nuclear legislation 81-51, with seven abstentions, establishing rules for next-generation technologies, including small modular reactors. The government says nuclear power could support energy security and climate targets amid broader European Union debates.
The Trump administration will defend its ban of major news outlets in court.
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The Trump administration will defend its ban on major news outlets in court. The case concerns government restrictions on press access.
Court orders White House to reinstate press access for CNN, MS NOW, Politico
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A district court ordered the White House to immediately restore CNN, MS NOW and Politico press access for 14 days. Judge Timothy J. Kelly found likely Fifth Amendment due process violations, including inadequate notice, enabling coverage of the White House-Xi meeting.
A federal judge ordered the White House to restore press credentials for CNN, MSNBC, and Politico.
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A federal judge ordered the White House to restore press credentials for CNN, MSNBC, and Politico. The order affects the outlets’ access to White House press coverage.
Hurricane Polo intensified from tropical storm to Category 5 in under 24 hours.
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On Sept. 22, Hurricane Polo intensified from tropical storm to Category 5 within 24 hours, reaching 180 mph before weakening to Category 4. Off southwestern Mexico, Polo is bringing heavy rain, with warnings for life-threatening flooding, mudslides, and hazardous ocean conditions.
Zelenskyy proposes stopping attacks on each other's energy systems during meeting with Trump.
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Zelenskyy proposed that Ukraine and Russia stop attacks on each other's energy systems during a meeting with Trump. Energy systems provide essential services to civilians, making attacks on them consequential.
Anant Ambani named professor of practice in sustainability at Newcastle University
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Newcastle University named Anant Ambani professor of practice in sustainability, prompting backlash over his business interests and Vantara wildlife concerns. Conservationists questioned animal sourcing and university due diligence, while experts raised concerns that corporate funding could influence academia.
Kazakh President called for early elections of regional councils to overhaul political institutions.
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Kazakhstan’s president called for early regional council elections to overhaul political institutions. The elections are part of broader changes to Kazakhstan’s political system.
Paramount-Warner Bros. merger raises questions about CNN’s independence under David Ellison.
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A Paramount-Warner Bros. merger is raising questions about CNN’s independence under David Ellison. CNN’s editorial autonomy could become a central concern in the proposed corporate combination.
Israel’s war economy is thriving, but conflict worsens its industrial divide.
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Israel’s war economy is thriving while conflict widens divisions across its industrial sector. The gains are uneven, exposing disparities between industries benefiting from war and those facing greater strain.