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- 1New Mexico jury finds Facebook liable over privacy deception●Associated Press: New Mexico jury finds Facebook liable of deceiving users about privacy protections. “A New Mexico jury
A New Mexico jury on Friday found Facebook liable for deceiving users about privacy protections on its platform, according to the Associated Press. The verdict is the latest in a series of legal setbacks for the social media company, which faces ongoing scrutiny from regulators, state officials and users over how it handles personal data and whether its privacy claims match its actual practices.
- 2Shell pollution linked to nearly quarter of global heatwaves, PM urged to act▼# UK Shell’s pollution responsible for nearly quarter of global heatwaves PM urged to make fossil fuel giants pay compen
A new claim ties Shell's oil pollution to nearly a quarter of global heatwaves, prompting calls for Prime Minister Keir Starmer to make fossil fuel companies pay compensation for extreme weather damage. Andy Burnham is associated with the campaign, and climate campaigners are urging the UK government to hold major polluters financially accountable for climate-related losses.
- 3Minnesota agrivoltaics project pairs farming with solar power●Minnesota agrivoltaics project shows promise of mixing farming, solar power
An agrivoltaics project in Minnesota is showing that farmland can host solar panels while crops continue to grow, according to an Associated Press report. The setup allows farmers to generate electricity and income from the same land they cultivate, and supporters see it as a model for expanding renewable energy without taking farmland out of production.
- 4Economic frustration tests Trump's rural support, poll finds●Economic frustration tests Trump’s standing with rural voters, new KFF-AP poll finds
A new poll conducted by KFF and the Associated Press finds that economic frustration is weighing on President Trump's standing among rural voters, a key part of his political base. The findings suggest rising costs and economic strain may be eroding support in areas that backed him strongly, raising concerns for his coalition heading forward.
- 5Justin Verlander leaves field in tears after final career start●Justin Verlander leaves field in tears with daughter after final start of 21-year career By Associated Press Daughter Ge
Justin Verlander walked off the field in tears with his daughter Genevieve after the final start of his 21-year career. The 43-year-old pitcher was surprised by his daughter joining him on the mound following the game in Detroit. The emotional farewell to one of baseball's most accomplished pitchers has drawn widespread attention from fans and media.