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The Supreme Court of Ohio building, with a gavel statue in a pool in the front.

Tech

Ohio Supreme Court orders special election on data center ban after city blocked petition

A natural gas meter outside of a home.

Business

Alabama cuts utility giant's profit rate, but customers still get a $5 monthly charge hike

A clear plastic bag labeled "100% recycled LDPE bag" on green grass.

Business

California bill targets misleading 'recycled' claims on packaging

A backyard.

Home

South Dakota city extends year-round watering rules after reservoir moves to 'alert' status

A person adjusts a smart thermostat using a smartphone near a potted plant.

Home

Houston now requires air conditioning in all rentals, making cooling a housing standard

A rocky shoreline with driftwood and grasses, leading to the ocean and distant islands under a clear sky.

Outdoors

Alaska's Pribilof Islands make rare exception to dog ban for trained rat hunters

Pope Leo speaks at a microphone.

Tech

New Vatican document says harming nature a 'sin against creation and the Creator'

A blue sign displaying "PUBLIC SCHOOL 527" on a building exterior in New York City.

Tech

New York City Public Schools banning AI use through middle school starting this year

Two people discuss designs at a table featuring solar panels and architectural sketches.

Business

New Texas law gives solar buyers 5 days to cancel, opens more devices to repair

A panoramic view of a cityscape featuring buildings, trees, and telecommunications towers under a cloudy sky.

Business

India's Tripura minister says rooftop solar can shield low-income consumers as gas wanes

Aerial view of a town square with a fountain, mosque, and colorful buildings.

Business

Bosnia and Herzegovina adopts first home solar grants, with full funding for low-income homes

A hand wearing a black glove touches a solar panel.

Business

Texas solar sellers must register with state, carry insurance as Sept. 1 laws kick in