Technology that captures carbon emissions from power plants may finally get a breakthrough as deep-pocketed tech companies try to meet climate goals while powering the AI race. Why it matters: It could help make natural gas electricity cleaner, but it's long been too expensive. The AI boom could change that. Driving the news: At least five projects under consideration across the U.S. would capture carbon dioxide emissions from natural gas plants connected to data centers, according to company statements, news coverage and independent reports. - This includes Google's publicly touted project in Illinois, another one Google is reportedly behind in Nebraska, projects by ExxonMobil and Chevron and another by Meta that has the option to…
Authorities say the bodies of two workers trapped when a stairwell roof collapsed at a parking garage under construction in Philadelphia have been found
Six Palestine Action activists face a retrial after being acquitted in February following over a year in prison.
- - If convicted, the six Palestine Action activists and 18 others will likely be sentenced as terrorists, facing long prison terms. - The jury has not been notified about the ‘terrorist’ designation, and the British media cannot report this information under a court order. Activists will also be prohibited from telling jurors how their efforts sought to impede the Gaza genocide. - The prosecution followed a meeting between government officials and counter-terror officers, where designating Palestine Action as terrorists was discussed. Those officials admitted the group’s activities were “mostly confined to criminal damage,” not terrorism. - By falsely alleging Palestine Action deliberately targeted people with violent acts,…Open
U.S. Central Command said Sunday it will begin blockading Iranian ports on Monday in Iran, following posts earlier in the day from President Trump directing the U.S. military to “clean out” the Strait of Hormuz. The move follows 21 hours of unproductive peace talks in Pakistan, where Vice President JD Vance said the sides had not “reached an agreement.” #StraitofHormuz #Blockade #Iranianports
President Donald Trump says the U.S. military is "locked and loaded" and prepared to resume attacks against Iran. The warning comes as Iran refuses to give up its nuclear ambitions, resulting in failed peace negotiations over the weekend. NewsNation's Robert Sherman has the latest from Israel. Start your day with "Morning in America," NewsNation's live three-hour national morning newscast hosted by Markie Martin. Weekdays starting at 6a/5C. #MorningInAmerica NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans.
Rep. Eric Swalwell, the Democratic frontrunner for California’s gubernatorial primary, has dropped out amid allegations of sexual misconduct by at least four women. Manhattan prosecutors announced Sunday they’re investigating one of those claims. NewsNation’s Marcus Espinoza says the city is encouraging anyone who may have been a victim to contact the district attorney's office. Start your day with "Morning in America," NewsNation's live three-hour national weekend morning newscast hosted by Hena Doba. Saturday and Sunday starting at 7a/6C. #MorningInAmerica NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans.
NPR's Michel Martin speaks to retired U.S. Navy Adm. James Foggo, dean of the Center for Maritime Strategy, about President Trump's command to blockade the Strait of Hormuz.
