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Satellites show Earth lost more than 12 trillion tons of ice from Greenland, Antarctica in 47 years
The numbers behind the melting ice are both mind-bogglingly huge and deceptively small.
www.nbcnews.com
September 16, 2026 at 7:30 PM
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Rivers may be delivering far more #microplastic pollution to the oceans than previously realized, with developing countries accounting for nearly all of the global flow, according to a new Science study. https://scim.ag/4cPei1H
Hydroclimatic-driven pulse enrichment amplifies riverine microplastic export in developing countries
Rivers are key conduits in the global microplastic cycle, but how much they export to ` ocean and what controls this export remain unresolved. Here, we present a global daily dataset of riverine micro...
scim.ag
September 16, 2026 at 7:30 PM
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Fed raises rates: What it means for your credit cards, mortgages, savings accounts and auto loans
The Fed's quarter-point rate hike will impact a range of consumer borrowing and savings costs, including mortgages, credit cards, car loans and deposit rates.
www.cnbc.com
September 16, 2026 at 7:30 PM
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Trump outpaces all of Congress in stock trades while backing a ban that excludes him
A Bloomberg analysis found Trump averages around 80 trades every market day, while the House ban he supports covers only lawmakers and their families
qz.com
September 16, 2026 at 7:30 PM
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Live Updates: Warsh and Fed Officials Raise Interest Rates to Fight Inflation (Gift Article)
The Federal Reserve raised interest rates for the first time since 2023, putting its new leader, Kevin Warsh, at odds with President Trump. “The plain fact is that inflation is too high,” Mr. Warsh sa...
www.nytimes.com
September 16, 2026 at 7:29 PM
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‘Death Sentences’: Crafting America’s Favorite Countertops Is Killing Workers
Hundreds of workers who’ve contracted silicosis are suing the artificial stone industry for billions. While California weighs a ban on fabricating the product, the manufacturers’ defenders in Congress...
www.bloomberg.com
September 16, 2026 at 7:29 PM
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House to leave early, punting Hegseth impeachment vote until after November elections
House Republican leaders canceled votes planned for Thursday. Members won’t return to Washington until Nov. 9.
www.nbcnews.com
September 16, 2026 at 7:28 PM
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The World Economy Is Becoming Wary of the U.S. (Gift Article)
America’s position of global economic stability is starting to look shakier as the Trump administration piles on debt and doubles down on sanctions.
www.nytimes.com
September 16, 2026 at 7:28 PM
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European Union invites Canada to become first ever ‘associate member’
Commission president says EU must ‘urgently reimagine our partnerships’ as she makes unprecedented offer
www.theguardian.com
September 16, 2026 at 7:28 PM
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The Iran Blockade’s Growing Price Tag Is Draining America’s Global Military Power
The cost of naval operations since the buildup began in January has topped $7.1 billion — not including all the US assets being used to escort tankers through the Strait of Hormuz.
www.bloomberg.com
September 16, 2026 at 7:28 PM
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The Data Center Guy Wants This Election to be About Trans People
Elon Musk obviously hates trans people, but let's not pretend he has nothing to gain personally from a Republican win this fall
www.burnsnotice.com
September 16, 2026 at 6:49 PM
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Exclusive: FBI Builds Out National NSPM-7 Center to Track Dissent, Docs Show
The FBI has tapped employees from across federal law enforcement to crack...
talkingpointsmemo.com
September 16, 2026 at 6:28 PM
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Chipotle Is Working With Palantir to Track Food Safety Risks
The burrito chain has enlisted Palantir for a platform that monitors pest incidents, employee illnesses, and other factors. The partnership comes after a nightmare summer for food safety across the US...
www.wired.com
September 16, 2026 at 6:25 PM
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On Democrats Who Cave in Response to Anti-Trans Attack Ads
and more importantly: a response to all the cis people responding to the way that trans people are responding to said Democrats’ responses
juliaserano.medium.com
September 16, 2026 at 6:24 PM
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AI and data centers are incredibly unpopular in every poll
Who do you trust to handle the big questions about AI?
www.theverge.com
September 16, 2026 at 3:22 PM
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In Prison, White Supremacist Literature Is Required Reading
To survive the box, you learn to fish. People on the outside call it solitary confinement, but it isn’t really, not even at a place like Upstate Correctional Facility, the supermax prison in Malone…
lithub.com
September 16, 2026 at 3:18 PM
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The EU Plans to Ban Social Media For Under-13s
The bloc wants to curb Big Tech’s grip on children with its new EU Kids Act, but age checks, parental oversight, and privacy concerns could make its plan difficult to implement.
www.wired.com
September 16, 2026 at 3:18 PM
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Hackers Got Inside a Flock Camera. Its Data Shows How the System Really Works
A hacker collective pulled down a Flock camera and dumped its data. The files included thousands of videos and logs showing that the device captured 1.6 million images of 50,000 vehicles in 21 days.
www.wired.com
September 16, 2026 at 3:16 PM
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Yemen crisis intensifies as Houthis battle Saudi-backed forces
Saudi Arabia says it intercepted a Houthi drone launched towards Mecca; the Houthis call allegation a 'nauseating lie'.
www.aljazeera.com
September 16, 2026 at 3:14 PM
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New photos show widespread damage at U.S. positions caused by Iranian missile, drone attacks
The images were sent to CBS News by active service members under condition of anonymity.
cbsn.ws
September 16, 2026 at 3:14 PM
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Pentagon Watchdog Reveals Devastating U.S. Losses in Iran War
The Defense Department’s inspector general reports a major munitions shortfall—and damage to U.S. bases throughout the region.
newrepublic.com
September 16, 2026 at 3:13 PM
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Opinion | How Scared Should We Be of A.I. Right Now? (Gift Article)
The dark and distressing way that Silicon Valley talks about A.I. can be traced to a philosophy that influenced many tech executives.
www.nytimes.com
September 16, 2026 at 3:13 PM
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US confirms for first time it has deployed weapons in space
Analysts warn of an acceleration in high-risk arms race with Russia and China in Earth’s orbit
www.theguardian.com
September 16, 2026 at 3:13 PM
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Kennedy Center board votes to close for renovations after chaotic call with Trump | CNN Politics
The Kennedy Center board voted to close the center Tuesday after a tense meeting in which President Donald Trump called in to berate a Democratic congresswoman who serves on the panel, according to th...
www.cnn.com
September 16, 2026 at 3:12 PM
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Iran war has cost taxpayers $38B — and counting
The Congressional Budget Office said the prolonged military campaign will hit $2 billion to $3 billion a month.
www.politico.com
September 16, 2026 at 3:12 PM