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A pact with California could speed the transition to electric-power commercial trucks in the 2030s to reduce particulates and other pollution

At issue is the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund, which will provide $27 billion worth of grants to states, territories, tribes and others for projects that cut greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution. Implementing the program, commonly known as a green bank, is a tall order for an agency facing depleted staffing levels and...

Maryland’s iconic Smith Island faces one of the nation’s most dire forecasts for rising seas, but real estate is booming

The Trump-appointed judge’s move could upend years of efforts to enhance coordination between the government and social media companies

Summer is here. Where are the fireflies?

Real environmentalists use Roundup. "The best thing I can do for nature is to fight the invaders with herbicides."

A lifelong gear head and racing fanatic is on a lonely mission to convince her conservative community that EVs are fast and fun

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For many, it’s impossible to think about Barbie — or the upcoming Barbie movie — without also thinking about the hit song “Barbie Girl.” The single, released by Danish-Norwegian band Aqua in 1997, quickly became a global success — being described as both a masterpiece and the most annoying tune ever made....

Peter Hotez's criticism of Joe Rogan for hosting anti-vaccine advocate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on his podcast led to people showing up at his home.

Orange juice may become pricier and less sweet over the next several months as Florida’s famous groves yield the smallest crop of citruses in nearly a century.

Doctors and medicine save lives, but sometimes a little superstition can help you cope when recovery isn’t guaranteed — kind of like the placebo effect.

This and generational griping as well.