Microsoft, a major player in the tech industry, has been expanding its data center footprint across the United States. As of 2024, the company had secured permits for 44 data centers, making it one of the top five companies in terms of data center construction. These facilities are not small; half o
Microsoft has stepped into the spotlight in a small Michigan town. They want to build a huge data center there. This is a big deal because the town is not sure if they want it. The project could cost a lot of money. It might bring in between $500 million and $1 billion over a few years. Microsoft s
Big Tech is pouring massive amounts of money into building data centers to support AI systems. These centers demand a lot of electricity, which has led to higher energy bills and environmental worries in nearby areas. In some places, electricity costs have skyrocketed by up to 267% over the past fiv
In the United States, a notable shift is happening. Many data center projects are being canceled. Last year, at least 25 projects were scrapped. This is a big jump from the previous year. Why is this happening? Local communities are pushing back. They are worried about the impact on energy and wate
In the heart of South Carolina, a battle is brewing. A massive data center is on the drawing board, but not everyone is thrilled. Critics are worried about the impact on the environment and the local way of life. The project promises jobs and economic growth, but at what cost? The ACE Basin is a tr
Philadelphia's morning commutes just got a bit easier. SEPTA has reopened two major services that have been causing headaches for riders. The Center City Trolley Tunnel is back in action, and the Regional Rail morning express service has resumed after a long break. First, let's talk about the tunne
The Washington National Opera is saying goodbye to the Kennedy Center after 52 years. This move comes after new rules at the center made it hard for the opera to keep its usual way of funding shows. The opera group said the Kennedy Center's new policy, which requires full funding before any producti
The Washington National Opera has decided to leave the Kennedy Center. This move comes after a lot of changes at the Kennedy Center. The opera company wants to be independent again. They say they need to do this for money reasons. The Kennedy Center has new rules. These rules make it hard for the o
Mississippi is buzzing with excitement as Elon Musk's AI company, xAI, plans to invest a massive $20 billion to build a data center in Southaven. This is a big deal for the state, as it's the largest private investment ever made there. The new data center, named MACROHARDRR, will be the third one in
The Kennedy Center, a famous stage for music and art, is facing a wave of cancellations. Artists are choosing to step back, and it's not just about music anymore. It's about something bigger: politics. Sonia De Los Santos, a singer known for her uplifting songs about immigrants, was supposed to per
