Tough new EPA rules would force coal-fired power plants to capture emissions or shut down
The EPA also tightened rules aimed at reducing wastewater pollution from coal-fired power plants and preventing harm from toxic pits of coal ash, a waste byproduct of burning coal.
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New York appeals court overturns Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction from landmark #MeToo trial
New York’s highest court has overturned Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 rape conviction and ordered a new trial. The Court of Appeals ruled Thursday that the judge at the disgraced movie mogul’s landmark #MeT... -
Supreme Court seems skeptical of Trump's immunity claim in election interference case
The Supreme Court will hear oral arguments today over whether Donald Trump is immune from prosecution in a case charging him with plotting to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election.... -
Trump hush money trial: Prosecutors accuse Trump of more gag order violations
Jurors will hear more witness testimony from a veteran tabloid publisher, and Trump faces a looming decision over whether he violated a gag order imposed by the judge.
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More than 160 pilot whales beached on western Australian coast and at least 26 died, officials say
Authorities in Australia say up to 160 long-finned pilot whales beached on the western Australian coast and at least 26 have died before wildlife authorities could begin a rescue attempt.