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Oklahoma Farmers Raise Alarm Over Chinese-Owned Weed Farms, Armed Workers

Oklahoma Farmers Raise Alarm Over Chinese-Owned Weed Farms, Armed Workers

Oklahoma farmers are alarmed by the presence of Chinese-owned cannabis farms employing heavily armed workers.


Massachusetts Senate Passes Bill to Boost Renewable Energy Adoption, Cut Utility Bills

Massachusetts passed a renewable energy plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, cut utility bills for low- and middle-income households, and restrict expensive competitive electric suppliers.

Waymo Now Offers Self-Driving Cab Service to Everyone in San Francisco

Waymo robotaxis service, formerly offered to a small set of passengers, is now open to all in San Francisco.

Detroit Moves to Ban Gas Station Lock-Ins After Fatal Shooting Incident

In response to a fatal shooting during a locked-in dispute, Detroit is moving to ban gas stations from locking customers inside the store.


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This State Advances $750 Universal Basic Income for Every Resident
By taxing corporations, a pioneering initiative in this state aims to provide each resident with $750 annually through a Universal Basic Income inspired by successful programs nationwide.
Student Loan Repayments Set to Decrease as Appeals Court Backs Biden's Plan
Two federal judges have blocked key components of President Biden's $160 billion student loan forgiveness plan, dealing a significant setback to the administration's efforts to relieve millions of borrowers.
IRS Updates Rules on Early Withdrawals for Personal Emergencies and Domestic Violence
The IRS has introduced new guidelines allowing individuals facing personal emergencies, including domestic violence victims, to withdraw up to $1,000 or $10,000.
Tennessee Faces Lawsuit Over Law Criminalizing Assistance for Minors Seeking Abortions Without Parent's Consent
A Tennessee Democratic lawmaker and a reproductive rights activist have filed a lawsuit challenging a new state law that criminalizes helping minors obtain abortions without parental consent.
Chrystia Freeland
Canada declared that it was considering tariffs on Chinese electric cars to support its allies, the US and EU.
Hooters
Hooters shutters numerous underperforming outlets across the US due to economic issues. At Hooters on February 23, 2010 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo : Rick Diamond/Getty Images for Paramount) Hooters has joined several American chains that have shuttered several outlets, citing severe economic difficulties.
Michigan's Bird Flu (H5N1) Outbreak Linked to Texas Dairy Cows, Affecting Poultry and Cattle Operations
USDA experts have traced the spread of the H5N1 virus in Michigan to a herd of dairy cattle imported from Texas, leading to widespread infections among local poultry and cattle.
California Democrats Delay Minimum Wage Hike for Healthcare Workers Amid Budget Crisis
California Democrats have agreed to delay a minimum wage increase for 426,000 healthcare workers to address a $46.8 billion budget deficit.
Australia
Australian supermarkets will soon be required to adhere to a code of conduct, and violators may face hefty penalties.
Audit Finds Australia's Treasury Overspending on Budget Night Functions
A recent report by the Australian National Audit Office found that the country’s Treasury department apparently spent over $22,000 on food, alcohol, and venues for its budget night functions, which allegedly breached its own probity laws and internal policies.
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