WASHINGTON — The Biden administration is preparing to impose some of the first new rules in a generation to restrict or ban an array of toxic chemicals that are widely used in manufacturing, presenting the White House with tough choices between its economic agenda and public health. Many of the substances in question are important to industries that President Biden […]
Read moreWe use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info A radioactive cylinder has gone missing from a power plant, leaving authorities in the nearby area to search desperately before […]
Read moreWe use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Ukrainian forces have shot down a Chinese-made “bomber” drone in the eastern warzone after spies based in Russia alerted the […]
Read moreEuropean Central Bank President Christine Lagarde delivers a speech earlier this month. Photo: Fabrice Coffrini/AFP via Getty Images The European Central Bank on Thursday raised interest rates by a half percentage point as officials continue an aggressive battle against inflation despite some signs of stress in the banking system. Why it matters: The supersized rate increase means the troubles at […]
Read moreMark Francois outlines the Roadworks Regulation Bill in 2022 We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info A clampdown on overrunning road works causing misery to drivers up […]
Read moreFor years, China’s thirst for Australian wine seemed insatiable. Chinese drinkers were so passionate about big-bodied red wines from Australia that many vineyards replaced white grapes with darker varieties. Wineries even reverted to using corks — instead of convenient screw tops — because Chinese consumers liked the traditional plug. But then everything unraveled. In April 2020, Australia’s prime minister at […]
Read moreA “crazy” buffalo has gored three brothers and a sister leaving them with horrific injuries. The rampant mammal, called Chao Nok, attacked the siblings of the Thiamchan family in Uthai Thani province in northeast Thailand leaving three of them seriously injured. The fourth sustained minor injuries, with police at Thap Than Police Station receiving a call at 10am today (Thursday, […]
Read moreA former top Wells Fargo executive is likely headed to prison for her role in the sham accounts scandal that engulfed the bank six years ago. Carrie L. Tolstedt, Wells Fargo’s former head of retail banking, agreed to plead guilty to a criminal charge of obstructing a bank examination, the Justice Department said on Wednesday. The crime carries a maximum […]
Read moreIllustration: Shoshana Gordon/Axios The State Department has recalled a cable to U.S. diplomats that instructed them to inform counterparts from India and the United Arab Emirates their position of neutrality on Ukraine put them "in Russia's camp," Axios has learned. Why it matters: The recall of the strongly worded cable indicates either a process error with a fabled and vital […]
Read moreLos Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti. Photo: Tom Williams/CQ-Roll Call via Getty Images Sen. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) has placed a “hold” on Eric Garcetti’s nomination to be ambassador to India, demanding details about how the Los Angeles mayor handled allegations of sexual harassment by his staff — and whether he's been honest explaining them to the Senate. Why it matters: India […]
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