Colorado Dem Manny Rutinel Backs Obama Interior Secretary Who Curbed Oil Leases for President in 2028GREELEY, Colo.—Democrat Manny Rutinel, the former climate activist running in the Centennial State's competitive Eighth Congressional District as a supporter of the oil and gas industry, identified the man he hopes tops the Democratic ticket in 2028: Obama administration interior secretary Ken Salazar, who significantly tightened regulations on the oil…Washington Free Beacon2d agoWhole story →PlanetGovernment2028 democratic primary speculation
Top Democrat Promises to Restore Clean Energy Payments in 2027Senate Finance’s ranking member said he’ll work to restore a clean energy direct payment program that he deemed “wildly successful” if Democrats win back control of Congress.Bloomberg Tax News2d agoWhole story →EconomyPlanetclean energy payments restoration pledge
Will Trump’s Emergency Heating Oil Release Lower Winter Bills?The Trump administration is tapping emergency heating oil reserves as Northeast households face rising winter costs, but industry experts question whether the release will meaningfully lower bills.Daily Caller2d agoWhole story →EconomyPlanetheating oil reserve release
Trump Punts on Wind Turbine Tariffs, Allows 180 Days for TalksPresident Donald Trump said he will hold off on imposing tariffs on wind turbines and their components on national security grounds, instead ordering the US Trade Representative and Commerce secretary to consult with trading partners and report back in 180 days.Bloomberg2d agoWhole story →EconomyPlanetwind turbine tariff decision
Trump lacks options to lower gas prices without ending warPresident Donald Trump has just one way left to bring down gas prices.Semafor2d agoWhole story →PlanetEconomygas price crisis
Adelaide’s next act: Why this South Australia capital is worth a visit - Sat, 24 Oct 2026 PSTThe Australian tourist trail is paved with places full of main-character energy, like cosmopolitan Sydney, the Great Barrier Reef and the red rock of Uluru in the heart of the Outback. Lesser-known Adelaide, the country’s fifth-largest city, has long lurked on the edges of the spotlight. But a recent return visit convinced me it’s time for this…Spokane Spokesman-Review21h agoWhole story →CulturePlanet
Energy companies share ways to save energy and money this seasonThese Georgia Power, Dominion and Duke Energy programs could help you save money on your electric bill.Augusta Chronicle20h agoWhole story →Planet
Voters angry about high prices may get little relief from the next Congress - Sat, 24 Oct 2026 PSTIf voters expect a new Democratic Congress to bring down prices, they will probably be disappointed. House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries (New York) promises the party’s “affordability agenda” will “drive down the high cost of living in every possible area.” But the main forces driving inflation are the Iran war’s impact on energy prices, fallout from…Spokane Spokesman-Review19h agoWhole story →TechnologyEconomy
Why a blue wave might miss Minnesota's Senate racePolitical headwinds are blowing in Democrats’ favor nationally, with high gas prices and President Trump’s record-low approval rating creating a difficult midterm environment for Republicans. But in Minnesota’s open Senate race to replace retiring Sen. Tina Smith (D), Democrats are facing an unexpectedly competitive race. Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan (D)…The Hill19h agoWhole story →Planet
The astonishing Trump-Putin mystery just got much darkerTrump waived sanctions against Russia just two days before they were set to go into effect under federal law . Braying that the US had done “a lot” for Ukraine while Ukraine had done nothing for the US — holding NATO’s nemesis at bay with no real help since 2024 is apparently “doing nothing” — Trump’s waiver came right after he announced another gift to…Raw Story18h agoWhole story →BuildPlanet
How a Pocket Thermal Camera Can Cut Your Winter Energy BillWith winter right around the corner, this device can help you spot leaks around your home that contribute to energy waste.Kiplinger4d agoWhole story →Planet
How can we trust Susan Collins on the environment? | LetterI heat my home with a heat pump. It keeps the house warm through a Maine winter and costs less than the oil it replaced. It was one reason I was so disappointed that Sen. Susan Collins voted to advance the 2025 budget bill that rolled back the tax credits that help other Maine families […]Portland Press Herald25d agoWhole story →EconomyPlanetenvironmental policy vote
Mamdani Is Facing Heat Over the NYPD. Here’s What He Should Do.Alex S. Vitale The mayor is being given a series of false choices over his public-safety agenda. But there is another way forward. The post Mamdani Is Facing Heat Over the NYPD. Here’s What He Should Do. appeared first on The Nation .The Nation5d agoWhole story →
What The U.S. Military’s ‘Heat Ray’ Weapon Does To Your BodyThe Pentagon has approved DHS testing of the Active Denial System for potential use at the U.S.-Mexico border.Newsweek2d agoWhole story →SecurityJusticeactive denial system testing
Trump Account changes could take heat next yearThe Treasury Department moved last week to automatically enroll tens of millions of children and greenlight donations of individual stocks.Semafor18d agoWhole story →Economytax policy changes
Pentagon drafts Iran attack plans as Tehran threatens aggressive retaliationA Pentagon official said the department’s “job is to develop and present military options to the President.”NewsNation4h agoWhole story →Security
Maine to get $38 million in heat assistance early from federal governmentThe release of the funds, which comes as Mainers face near-record heating oil prices, is one of the earliest in recent memory.Portland Press Herald15d agoWhole story →BuildEconomyheap funding release
BEAT THE HEAT: Where to cool off in DC and how to stay safeD.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser annouced the city has activated an Extreme Heat Alert for the District through Sunday, July 5, as dangerously high temperatures and humWJLA4mo agoWhole story →JusticeMuriel Bowserheat wave response
