More than 180 local elected officials from across the West are calling on the Trump administration to abandon its efforts to roll back the Bureau of Land Management's Public Lands Rule. The letter, signed by county commissioners and supervisors, mayors, and council members and trustees, states that any rollback of the Public Lands Rule will… Continue reading Western leaders oppose repeal of BLM Public Lands Rule
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Lanikai home on the market for $3.4 million
Lanikai luxury could be yours for less than $4 million. Just minutes from Lanikai and Kailua Beaches, a 2,450-square-foot home at 322 Lapa Place recently hit the market for $3.395 million. “322 Lapa is positioned as a Lanikai asset with incredible value – offering space, privacy and intentional design without the oceanfront premium,” agent Dawn… Continue reading Lanikai home on the market for $3.4 million
Experts outline cleaner, more resilient supply options for critical graphite mineral
Image credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Graphite, the primary anode material in lithium-ion batteries, is central to energy storage technologies and is increasingly becoming a focus of supply chain concerns. Even though graphite demand is increasing faster than lithium demand, global production remains highly concentrated and carbon intensive. A perspective article published in Nature Reviews materials… Continue reading Experts outline cleaner, more resilient supply options for critical graphite mineral
The Swiss Greens' vote on a mandatory solar system overcomes the hurdle for signature
A popular initiative by the Swiss Greens that would require solar panels on most rooftops has collected more than 100,000 signatures, enough to trigger a nationwide vote once the Federal Chancellery formally confirms it, RTS reported. The proposal aims to require the installation of photovoltaic systems on almost all new and existing buildings, although exemptions… Continue reading The Swiss Greens' vote on a mandatory solar system overcomes the hurdle for signature
Trump's gold-plated renovations cheapen the White House
Trump's maximalist design preferences are legendary. His penthouse apartment in Trump Tower is a rococo disaster, gold as far as the eye can see. By the time he bought Mar-a-Lago in 1986, the mansion was already considered, in the words of the Chicago Tribune, “a monument to the swagger of the Roaring '20s.” His love… Continue reading Trump's gold-plated renovations cheapen the White House
Chryso supplies special sealing solutions for concrete and bridge structures
GCP's BITUTHENE® 5000 and ELIMINATOR® waterproofing systems for bridge decks are supplied on-site by Chryso Southern Africaprovide long-lasting protection for bridges, overpasses, culverts and other concrete structures. These advanced sealing technologies are designed to withstand extreme conditions. They extend the service life, increase safety and reduce maintenance costs. As infrastructure networks age and traffic demands… Continue reading Chryso supplies special sealing solutions for concrete and bridge structures
Nancy Pelosi retirement: impact on the US political landscape
The resignation of Nancy Pelosi marks a significant moment in US political history. For more than two decades, Pelosi was a formidable force in Congress, shaping policy and steering Democratic Party strategies. Her departure from the political stage will dramatically change the U.S. political landscape and spark discussions about future leadership within the Democratic Party… Continue reading Nancy Pelosi retirement: impact on the US political landscape
Due to a solar storm, the Northern Lights could be visible again over Wisconsin on Thursday evening
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) – Solar storms may bring colorful night skies or aurora borealis across Wisconsin and other Upper Midwest states Thursday evening. A large burst of energy, called a coronal mass ejection (CME), is currently on its way to Earth, prompting space weather researchers to issue a strong geomagnetic storm warning that would make… Continue reading Due to a solar storm, the Northern Lights could be visible again over Wisconsin on Thursday evening
Boise Airport unveils designs for Concourse A and seeks phased construction and replacement of baggage system
Ben Somner, project manager for the Boise Airport's terminal program, presented 15% design drawings for Concourse A and a number of terminal improvements and said the team emphasized operational reliability and phasing to limit impacts to ongoing operations. “Right now we have received the initial plans for review,” Somner said, noting that the team is… Continue reading Boise Airport unveils designs for Concourse A and seeks phased construction and replacement of baggage system
Zillow just released the biggest home trends buyers want in 2026
3 minutes read We're less than two months away from the new year, and if you're thinking about upgrading your home for 2026, Zillow's Home Trends report is here to help. In a newly released study, the real estate website analyzed millions of for-sale listings to find out which trends are expected to skyrocket in… Continue reading Zillow just released the biggest home trends buyers want in 2026