Utility leader urges California lawmakers to find ‘durable’ solution on wildfire liabilityNathaniel Skinner, the deputy director of energy at the Public Advocates Office, said ratepayers are serving as a financial backstop for wildfire work and can no longer afford to do so.The Mercury News2d agoWhole story →Planetcalifornia wildfire liability hearings
Russia bombards Kyiv with missiles hours after agreeing to resume talks with UkraineExperts say Russia is trying to destroy energy infrastructure before winter and US ‘appeasement and flattery’ will not achieve peace Russia has carried out a massive “demonstrative” attack on Ukraine, bombarding Kyiv with ballistic missiles just hours after Vladimir Putin said he had agreed to resume trilateral negotiations after talks with the US envoy…The Guardian2d agoWhole story →SecurityPlanetrussia ukraine conflict escalation
Windfall tax on Big Oil wins backing of EU legal adviser as energy bills biteA court adviser agreed with taxing energy company profits to ease soaring bills, but experts questioned how far emergency powers should reach.Courthouse News Service2d agoWhole story →EconomyPlaneteu windfall tax ruling
Permitting bill writers seek industry aid ahead of Senate voteFrom left, Sens. Mike Lee, R-Utah., Shelley Moore Capito, R-W.Va., Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., and Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I., hold a news conference on the permitting bill in the Capitol on Sept. 30, 2026. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call)Roll Call2d agoWhole story →Planetpermitting bill vote
2026 Election Questionnaire: Mark Hill, La Salle County Board, District 16Mark Hill: My primary motivation is to initiate a proposal in La Salle County for energy policyShaw Local Enewspapers2d agoWhole story →PlanetGovernmentMark Hill2026 local election
Whistleblower CEO quits over hidden Russian cash behind gas deal in Trump peace talks: NYTA gas venture that came up in President Donald Trump's Ukraine peace talks had a hidden backer, according to its former boss. Polar LNG, a startup pitching a plan to export natural gas from Alaska's North Slope, received secret funding from Russian energy giant Novatek, The New York Times reported Friday. Joel Riddle, who ran the company until he…Raw Story21h agoWhole story →EconomySecurity
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-Review17h 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 Chronicle16h agoWhole story →Planet
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 Hill15h 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-Review15h agoWhole story →TechnologyEconomy
Bill Gates pushes for 'smart use' of AI as foundation builds language dataThe Gates Foundation is convening Anthropic, Google, OpenAI Foundation and dozens of other organizations to help make AI more accessible in underrepresented languages.St. Paul Pioneer Press1mo agoSources (2)Whole story →TechnologyPlanetun development goals meeting
‘Smart Border Wall,' New Tech Cutting Down on CrimeThe "One Big Beautiful Bill" enables the federal government to more efficiently crack down on illegal immigration and crimes at the border.Breitbart News Network18d agoWhole story →JusticeSecurityborder wall funding
Newsom Vetoes Smart Glasses Privacy BillThe language of the bill was overbroad, in Newsom's opinion.Engadget23d agoWhole story →TechnologyJusticecalifornia smart glasses bill veto
Mamdani is too smart for this, right?Zohran Mamdani is a lot of things, but dumb certainly isn't one of them. That’s why his recent decision to tolerate multiple new homeless encampments is aAM New York24d agoWhole story →JusticeEconomyZohran Mamdaninyc housing policy
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.Kiplinger3d agoWhole story →Planet
‘Case closed’: Hochul says Mamdani made ‘smart decision’ by refusing to fire Tisch amid DSA pressureGov. Kathy Hochul believes Mayor Zohran Mamdani made a "smart decision" by rejecting calls to fire NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch in the face of pressureAM New York9d agoWhole story →JusticeGovernmentZohran MamdaniKathy Hochulnypd commissioner controversy
Massachusetts lawmakers grapple with smart data center growthGovernor Maura Healey has offered a good starting point to regulate data centers, a framework to guide any future growth.The Boston Globe1mo agoWhole story →TechnologyPlanetMaura Healeymassachusetts data center regulation
Max Miller Calls Jon Husted 'Smart As A Box Of Rocks'The congressman faced pressure to step down after disturbing domestic abuse allegations made headlines this summer.HuffPost18d agoWhole story →GovernmentJon Hustedohio congressional election
