Infrastructure

Toxic Fallout from Los Angeles Wildfires: Lead and Chemicals Pollute Air

Los Angeles is grappling with the toxic aftermath of wildfires that devastated areas including Pacific Palisades and Altadena, destroying over 15,000 structures and releasing dangerous pollutants into the air. Scientists report that the burning of homes, cars, and infrastructure has produced hazardous levels of toxins, including lead and chlorine.

Trump Announces Stargate: Largest AI Infrastructure Project in History

President Donald Trump unveiled a groundbreaking initiative Tuesday to build colossal artificial intelligence (AI) data centers across the United States.

Trump Halts Electric Vehicle Push, Revoking Biden-Era Policies

President Donald Trump signed a series of executive orders on Inauguration Day targeting the Biden administration’s electric vehicle (EV) initiatives.

U.K. to Introduce Digital Driving Licenses

The United Kingdom is planning to launch a new Gov.uk app that will include a digital wallet to store government documents, including driving licenses.

Residents in Louisiana Encouraged to Shelter in Place For Two Days Amid Dangerous Winter Conditions

State officials have issued urgent warnings as south Louisiana braces for potentially record-breaking snowfall and extended sub-freezing temperatures. Residents may need to shelter in place for at least two days until conditions improve.

D.C.-Area Police Departments Decline to Assist MPD for 2025 Presidential Inauguration

Over half a dozen local police departments in the Washington, D.C., area have chosen not to assist the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) with security for President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration on January 20, 2025.

Los Angeles Wildfires: Death Toll Rises to 27, Dozens Still Missing

The deadly wildfires sweeping through Los Angeles County have claimed the lives of 27 people, with at least 31 others still unaccounted for.

Defense Contractor Building ‘Hyperscale’ Manufacturing Facility in Ohio

U.S. defense contractor Anduril Industries announced plans to construct a "hyperscale" manufacturing facility in Ohio to increase the rate of production for autonomous systems.

California’s Wildfires Highlight Public Service Failures, Private Successes

The devastating wildfires in California have exposed glaring deficiencies in public services while underscoring the effectiveness of private efforts. In Pacific Palisades, where entire neighborhoods have been reduced to rubble, one striking exception remains: the upscale Palisades Village mall. Owned by billionaire Rick Caruso, the mall survived thanks to private firefighting teams and fire-resistant construction materials—measures unavailable to most residents.

UK to Supply Ukraine with Secret New ‘Gravehawk’ Air Defense System

The United Kingdom has announced the delivery of a newly developed air defense system to Ukraine, designed to bolster the country’s ability to protect its cities from aerial attacks. Dubbed the "Gravehawk," the system adapts existing air-to-air missiles for ground-launch use and will be operational this year, according to UK officials.

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