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- 1Shell 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.
- 2Economic 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.
- 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.
- 4Justin 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.
- 5AP's 'currency' phrasing on third impeachment draws criticism●Strange wording, # AP ? "Impeaching the president a third time may not hold the currency that it once did." What is this
An Associated Press line stating that impeaching the president a third time 'may not hold the currency that it once did' is being questioned for its odd phrasing. Critics argue the metaphor trivialises a constitutional process, framing impeachment as a matter of political fashion rather than lawmakers' sworn duty. The debate centres on whether mainstream coverage is normalising the idea of repeated impeachments against Trump.
- 6Virginia flooding as nor'easter moves up Atlantic coast●From AP: Virginia hit by minor flooding as nor'easter works its way up US Atlantic coast https://www. youtube.com/watch?
A nor'easter storm is working its way up the US Atlantic coast, bringing minor flooding to Virginia. The Associated Press reports coastal communities are seeing water inundation as the system tracks northeast, with conditions expected to affect other states along the eastern seaboard as the storm advances.