Constellation Energy will use the loan to refurbish a reactor it idled in 2019. Microsoft has agreed to buy the power once the facility reopens in 2028. Read more: Read More
Tech Crunch – European tech gets political
Taking a page from Big Tech, legacy industries, and their U.S. peers, European tech companies are increasingly learning to lobby for themselves. Read more: Read More
The Athletic MiLB News – Yankees protect Spencer Jones from Rule 5 draft despite no clear path to majors
But what’s next for Jones, whose shown power on par with Aaron Judge but swing-and-miss tendencies of a late-career Joey Gallo? Read: Read More
Texas Monthly – Texas moves ahead with regulating hemp industry as federal ban looms
TABC intends to proceed with the adoption of permanent regulations on the hemp industry in Texas despite the potential ban. Read: Read More
KTSM News – Blue Fire in Gila at 172 acres with 0% containment
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The Blue Fire, burning in the Gila Wilderness, has grown to 172 acres with 0 percent containment. The fire is located about 18 miles northeast of Glenwood,…
The Athletic MiLB News – Phillies protect 3 prospects from Rule 5 draft: What you need to know
Here is an overview of the three prospects, and a look at whom the Phillies chose not to protect. Read: Read More
Texas Monthly – Court order striking down Texas redistricting map upends plans for candidates across the state
Republicans who were planning to run for newly gerrymandered districts may have to reassess, while Democrats who were drawn out of their seats could suddenly have a path back to Congress. Read:…
Border Report – Concertina wire snags individual crossing border wall illegally
EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) — U.S. Border Patrol agents rescued an individual who became stuck in the concertina wire atop the border wall in El Paso. U.S. Customs and Border Protection…
Border Report – Border Report Live: Funds available for water projects along border
The North American Development Bank is accepting applications for millions of dollars of grants and low-interest loans for water resiliency projects on the southern border. Read: Read More
Tech Crunch – Tesla receives ride-hailing permit in Arizona in last required step to launch robotaxi service
Tesla received a ride-hailing permit this week from Arizona regulators, opening the door for the automaker to begin operating a robotaxi service in the state. A spokesperson with Arizona Department of Transportation…