Doug Burgum, Trump’s nominee for public lands, raises doubts about renewable energy’s reliability amid calls for fossil fuel development. Doug Burgum Questions Renewable Energy Reliability as Trump’s Lands Chief Pick North Dakota: Doug Burgum, Trump’s pick for interior secretary, is stirring the pot. He recently told a Senate panel that the U.S. should focus on…
A polar vortex will bring frigid Siberian air, making Trump’s inauguration the coldest in decades, with temperatures plunging across the U.S. Siberian Air to Make Trump’s Swearing-In the Coldest in 40 Years New Orleans: So, it looks like a serious cold snap is on the way for most of the U.S. Thanks to a polar…
The FDA has approved Zyn nicotine pouches, highlighting their potential to help adult smokers quit cigarettes. FDA Supports Zyn Nicotine Pouches for Adult Smokers, Citing Health Benefits Washington: The FDA just gave a thumbs up to Zyn nicotine pouches, saying they can help adult smokers cut back or quit cigarettes. This is a big deal…
Trump plans to issue executive orders to support fossil fuels on his first day in office Trump’s Executive Orders to Boost Oil and Gas Production on Day One Washington: So, it looks like Trump is gearing up to make some big moves for the oil and gas industry right from the get-go. He’s planning to…
Gus Williams, the iconic NBA player who led the Sonics to their only title, has died at 71, leaving behind a legacy of speed and skill. Gus Williams, NY Hoops Legend and Sonics NBA Champion, Passes Away at 71 Mount Vernon: Gus Williams, the former NBA point guard, has sadly passed away at 71. He…
The FCC has rejected Trump’s complaints about ABC’s debate moderation and Harris’ TV appearances, citing First Amendment concerns. Outgoing FCC Chief Dismisses Trump’s Complaints Over ABC Debate and Harris Washington, D.C.: The FCC recently turned down complaints about how ABC News handled the presidential debate between Biden and Trump, along with Kamala Harris’ appearances on…
Jack Blanchard, the new managing editor of Playbook, shares his excitement and plans for the newsletter’s future in Washington. Playbook’s New Author Embraces Chaos, Turmoil, and Change Ahead Washington: So, Jack Blanchard is the new managing editor of Playbook, and he’s pretty pumped about it. He’s British and has never lived in the U.S., but…
Biden’s warning about oligarchy raises questions about its meaning and implications for democracy in America Understanding Oligarchy After Biden’s Warning About Its Impact on Democracy Washington: So, President Biden recently gave a farewell speech where he talked about how American democracy is slipping into an “oligarchy” run by tech billionaires. But what does that even…
The FDA has authorized Zyn nicotine pouches, citing their potential to help adult smokers reduce or quit cigarette use. FDA Approves Zyn Nicotine Pouches, Highlighting Benefits for Adult Smokers Washington: So, the FDA just gave the green light to Zyn nicotine pouches. They think these pouches can actually help adult smokers cut back or quit…
Apple’s AI tool is under fire for spreading false news, including a claim about Pete Hegseth being fired, raising concerns about accuracy. Apple Faces Backlash Over AI News Summary Falsely Claiming Hegseth Was Fired Washington: Apple is getting a lot of heat for its AI tool that keeps churning out fake news. Recently, it falsely…
