New York Times gift articles
- Democrats, anticipating Chevron’s demise, gave E.P.A. more power in recent climate law.
cross-posted from: https://slrpnk.net/post/10967754
- Here’s What the Court’s Chevron Ruling Could Mean in Everyday Termswww.nytimes.com Here’s What the Court’s Chevron Ruling Could Mean in Everyday Terms
The decision is expected to prompt a rush of litigation challenging regulations across the entire federal government, from food safety to the environment.
Added: 2024-06-28. Dated: 2024-06-28.
- Supreme Court Overrules Chevron Doctrine, Imperiling an Array of Federal Ruleswww.nytimes.com Supreme Court Overrules Chevron Doctrine, Imperiling an Array of Federal Rules
The foundational 1984 decision required courts to defer to agencies’ reasonable interpretations of ambiguous statutes, underpinning regulations on health care, safety and the environment.
cross-posted from: https://slrpnk.net/post/10956025
> This is what the decision by the Republican justices to allow "gratuities" for public officials creates an incentive for.
- Biden Administration Denies Mining and Drilling Access to Alaskan Wildernesswww.nytimes.com Biden Administration Denies Mining and Drilling Access to Alaskan Wilderness
The Interior Department rejected a proposed industrial road through pristine land in Alaska that was needed to reach an estimated $7.5 billion copper deposit.
- Study Finds Small Streams, Recently Stripped of Protections, Are a Big Dealwww.nytimes.com Study Finds Small Streams, Recently Stripped of Protections, Are a Big Deal
Half of the water flowing through regional river basins starts in so-called ephemeral streams. Last year, the Supreme Court curtailed federal protections for these waterways.
- Biden Ended the Trump Crime Wavewww.nytimes.com Opinion | Biden Ended the Trump Crime Wave
Homicides, which surged during 2020, have been plunging.
- Contraception Is Free by Law. So Why Are a Quarter of Women Still Paying for It? Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont has called on a government watchdog to investigate. Here’s what you need to know.www.nytimes.com Contraception Is Free by Law. So Why Are a Quarter of Women Still Paying for It?
Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont has called on a government watchdog to investigate. Here’s what you need to know.
- New Covid Shots Recommended for Americans 6 Months and Older This Fallwww.nytimes.com New Covid Shots Recommended for Americans 6 Months and Older This Fall
As the virus continues to mutate, scientific advisers to the C.D.C. are urging Americans to roll up their sleeves again for annual vaccinations.
- How to Escape From the Russian Armywww.nytimes.com How to Escape From the Russian Army
Facing grim job prospects, a young Nepali signed up to join Russia’s military, which sent him to fight in Ukraine. His ordeal of combat, injury and escape turned into a tale worthy of Hollywood.
- How the Midwest Floods Nearly Took Out a Century-Old Damwww.nytimes.com How the Midwest Floods Nearly Took Out a Century-Old Dam
Many American dams are aging and in need of serious repairs. Climate change only makes the problem more urgent.
- Republicans Used to Love Wind and Solar. That Romance Has Cooled.www.nytimes.com Republicans Used to Love Wind and Solar. That Romance Has Cooled.
A new Pew Research Center survey finds Republican support for wind, solar and electric vehicles has tanked since President Biden was elected, mostly among those 65 and older.
cross-posted from: https://slrpnk.net/post/10933858
> It's almost like the fact that they became practical meant that they could no longer be waved about as a delay tactic, so the right-wing press started bashing renewables.
- The High Line Opened 15 Years Ago. What Lessons Has It Taught Us? The world-famous New York City gardens offer a master class in how to grow and maintain a naturalistic landscape.www.nytimes.com The High Line Opened 15 Years Ago. What Lessons Has It Taught Us?
The world-famous New York City gardens offer a master class in how to grow and maintain a naturalistic landscape. Here are a few takeaways.
- They Came to See Trump. First They Heard a Pitch to Buy Gold and Silver. At a recent campaign speech, one of Donald Trump’s warm-up acts was a precious metals salesman being sued by feds for fraudwww.nytimes.com They Came to See Trump. First They Heard a Pitch to Buy Gold and Silver.
At a recent campaign speech, one of Donald Trump’s warm-up acts was a precious metals salesman being sued by federal regulators for fraud.
- Volkswagen Will Invest Up to $5 Billion in Rivianwww.nytimes.com Volkswagen Will Invest Up to $5 Billion in Rivian
VW and Rivian, a maker of electric trucks that has struggled to increase sales and break even, will work together on software and other technologies.
- What Happened to Stanford Spells Trouble for the Electionwww.nytimes.com Opinion | What Happened to Stanford Spells Trouble for the Election
Universities that cataloged election lies and disinformation are being targeted with the same tactics they sought to uncover.
- Heat Is Killing Thousands, and Big Events Have Not Adjusted | The deaths of at least 1,300 pilgrims during the hajj point to the growing threat that climate change poses to beloved gatherings.www.nytimes.com Heat Is Killing Thousands, and Big Events Have Not Adjusted
The deaths of at least 1,300 pilgrims during the hajj point to the growing threat that climate change poses to beloved gatherings.
- The Heat Crisis is a Housing Crisis | A lack of affordable housing and high energy costs are making Americans more vulnerable to record-breaking heat, public health experts say.www.nytimes.com The Heat Crisis is a Housing Crisis
A lack of affordable housing and high energy costs are making Americans more vulnerable to record-breaking heat, public health experts say.
- Scientists Find First Evidence That Butterflies Crossed an Ocean | Researchers discovered painted ladies on a South American beach and then built a case that they started journey in Europe or Africawww.nytimes.com Scientists Find First Evidence That Butterflies Crossed an Ocean
Researchers discovered painted ladies on a South American beach and then built a case that they started their journey in Europe or Africa.
- France’s Far-Right National Rally Rebranded Itself. Here’s How.www.nytimes.com France’s Far-Right National Rally Rebranded Itself. Here’s How.
Many long considered Marine Le Pen’s party too extreme to be anywhere close to power. Now, the party could win a parliamentary election — and fill the prime minister’s seat.
- Extreme Wildfires Have Doubled in 2 Decades, Study Finds | In a changing climate, extreme wildfire events are becoming far more common and more intense, according to a new analysis.www.nytimes.com Extreme Wildfires Have Doubled in 2 Decades, Study Finds
In a changing climate, extreme wildfire events are becoming far more common and more intense, according to a new analysis.
The paper is here
- Unlikely Wild Animals Are Being Smuggled Into U.S. Ports: Coralswww.nytimes.com Unlikely Wild Animals Are Being Smuggled Into U.S. Ports: Corals
With the sea creatures making up a growing share of illegal animal seizures around the world, U.S. officials are working to overcome struggles to safely house them.
- The Architect Who Made Singapore’s Public Housing the Envy of the Worldwww.nytimes.com The Architect Who Made Singapore’s Public Housing the Envy of the World
With a focus on affordability, community, convenience and light, Liu Thai Ker replaced squalid slums with spacious high-rises. A recent spike in some sale prices, however, has saddened him.
- It’s the Golden Age of Weird Vehicles | Standup scooters, electric unicycles, homemade contraptions of all sorts. New Yorkers have plenty of ways to get around.www.nytimes.com It’s the Golden Age of Weird Vehicles
Standup scooters, electric unicycles, homemade contraptions of all sorts. New Yorkers have plenty of ways to get around.
- The Mysterious, Deep-Dwelling Microbes That Sculpt Our Planetwww.nytimes.com The Mysterious, Deep-Dwelling Microbes That Sculpt Our Planet
Earth’s crust teems with subterranean life that we are only now beginning to understand.
- Dilema en Wall Street: ¿ganancias a corto plazo o beneficios climáticos?www.nytimes.com Dilema en Wall Street: ¿ganancias a corto plazo o beneficios climáticos?
Los gestores de carteras tienen incentivos contradictorios mientras los riesgos económicos y financieros causados por el cambio climático se hacen más evidentes pero siguen siendo imprecisos.
- Why You’re Paying Your Veterinarian So Muchwww.nytimes.com Why You’re Paying Your Veterinarian So Much
People have grown more attached to their pets — and more willing to spend money on them — turning animal medicine into a high-tech industry worth billions.
- A Ride in a Chemical-Sniffing Van Shows How Heat Amps Up Pollutionwww.nytimes.com A Ride in a Chemical-Sniffing Van Shows How Heat Amps Up Pollution
In heat waves, chemicals like formaldehyde and ozone can form more readily in the air, according to researchers driving mobile labs in New York City this week.
Dated: 2024-06-21. Added: 2024-06-24.
- DeSantis Vetoes All Arts Grants in Floridawww.nytimes.com DeSantis Vetoes All Arts Grants in Florida
Gov. Ron DeSantis gave no explanation for zeroing out the $32 million in grants that were approved by state lawmakers.
- On the House Floor, Republicans Gag Mentions of Trump’s Convictionwww.nytimes.com On the House Floor, Republicans Gag Mentions of Trump’s Conviction
During official proceedings of the G.O.P.-controlled chamber, speaking about former President Donald J. Trump’s felony conviction has been forbidden, while disparaging President Biden and Democrats is routine.
- How Flounder Wound Up With an Epic Side-Eyewww.nytimes.com How Flounder Wound Up With an Epic Side-Eye
Flatfish offer an evolutionary puzzle: How did one eye gradually migrate to the other side?
- Trump’s Allies Say They’ll Enforce the Comstock Act. Believe Them.www.nytimes.com Opinion | Trump’s Allies Say They’ll Enforce the Comstock Act. Believe Them.
Democrats should rally around a bill to overhaul the 1873 anti-vice law.
- Louisiana’s Ten Commandments Law Signals a Broader Christian Agenda | Gov. Jeff Landry wants his state to be at the forefront of a national movement to advance legislation with a Christian worldview.www.nytimes.com Louisiana’s Ten Commandments Law Signals a Broader Christian Agenda
Gov. Jeff Landry wants his state to be at the forefront of a national movement to advance legislation with a Christian worldview.
- How Misleading Videos Are Trailing Biden as He Battles Age Doubtswww.nytimes.com How Misleading Videos Are Trailing Biden as He Battles Age Doubts
A flurry of recent clips, many of them edited or lacking context, laid bare a major challenge for the president as he tries to persuade voters he has the energy for a second term.
- Oil Projects Must Consider Full Climate Impact, Top U.K. Court Rules: Previously, local council and planning groups in Britain had to weigh only the planet-warming emissions from their own operations.www.nytimes.com Oil Projects Must Consider Full Climate Impact, Top U.K. Court Rules
Previously, local council and planning groups in Britain had to weigh only the planet-warming emissions from their own operations.
- Hawaii Settles With Young Plaintiffs in Climate Case | The state agreed to take steps cut greenhouse gas emissions from transportation.www.nytimes.com Hawaii Settles With Young Plaintiffs in Climate Case
The state agreed to take steps to cut greenhouse gas emissions from transportation. It’s the latest of several victories for youth-led climate lawsuits.
cross-posted from: https://slrpnk.net/post/10751699
> > The state said it would make a plan that would fully decarbonize its transportation system within 20 years and would soon begin work expanding bicycle lanes. It also plans to spend at least $40 million by 2030 installing electric vehicle chargers.
- How Billionaires Are Reshaping the Presidential Race: Wealthy donors including Timothy Mellon helped Donald Trump’s campaign out-raise President Biden’s last monthwww.nytimes.com How Billionaires Are Reshaping the Presidential Race
Wealthy donors including Timothy Mellon helped Donald Trump’s campaign out-raise President Biden’s last month, but Democratic supporters are still spending.
- Do We Need Language to Think? A group of neuroscientists argue that our words are primarily for communicating, not for reasoning.www.nytimes.com Do We Need Language to Think?
A group of neuroscientists argue that our words are primarily for communicating, not for reasoning.
- A Ride in a Chemical-Sniffing Van Shows How Heat Amps Up Pollutionwww.nytimes.com A Ride in a Chemical-Sniffing Van Shows How Heat Amps Up Pollution
In heat waves, chemicals like formaldehyde and ozone can form more readily in the air, according to researchers driving mobile labs in New York City this week.