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New Tennessee Bill Seeks to Prohibit Addition of Fluoride to Public Water Systems

A new bill seeking to prohibit the addition of fluoride to public water systems in Tennessee passed its first consideration in the state Senate last week. This marks the initial step in what is expected to be a lengthy process of votes and debates over water fluoridation in the state.

EU Weighs Ban on ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Consumer Products

European Union Environment Commissioner Jessika Roswall announced that the European Commission is weighing a ban on PFAS, also called “forever chemicals," in consumer products.

Louisiana Braces for Rare Winter Storm and Arctic Cold Front

Southeast Louisiana is preparing for an unusual winter storm and dangerously cold temperatures next week, as an Arctic blast threatens to bring icy roads, freezing rain, and possibly snow. State and local officials are taking proactive measures to mitigate the impact and ensure safety on the roads.

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.

New Bill Proposes Homeland Security Division Within Texas DPS to Strengthen Statewide Security

Texas State Senator Tan Parker, R-Flower Mound, has introduced Senate Bill 780 to establish a dedicated Homeland Security division within the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). The division aims to enhance Texas’ ability to address homeland security threats through a coordinated, multi-agency approach.

LAFD Faces Scrutiny Over Response to Pacific Palisades Fire

The Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) is under intense criticism following its handling of the Pacific Palisades fire, which has destroyed much of the area and remains uncontained more than a week later. Records reviewed by the LA Times reveal significant lapses in resource allocation, with over 1,000 available firefighters and dozens of engines left unused during the critical early hours of the fire.

Parents Arrested After Constraining Children in Car Seats For Multiple Days

Authorities in Franklin County, Kentucky have arrested four family members after discovering two young children and several animals living in dire conditions.

Three-Year-Old Left Alone in Freezing Illinois School Bus

A three-year-old girl is safe at home with her family after being left alone on a school bus in freezing conditions at a snowy depot. The incident left her frightened and confused.

Newsom to Face Recall Effort Amid Fire Destruction

California Governor Gavin Newsom (D) will face a recall effort in the coming weeks for his "poor policies," according to the leader of the movement.

Saudi Arabia Announces Plans to Produce and Export Enriched Uranium Amid Growing Nuclear Ambitions

Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman announced Monday that the Kingdom plans to produce "yellowcake," a uranium concentrate used as fuel for nuclear power plants, and to enrich and sell uranium globally. The statement, made at an energy conference, highlights Saudi Arabia’s ambitions to expand its nuclear program and diversify its economy beyond oil.

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