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May 20 2026POLITICS

Energy Projects Get a Boost When Permits Are Clear

Energy projects across the United States can move faster if the rules for getting permits are made simpler and more reliable. Even when politics is heated, many lawmakers agree that better permitting would help build new power plants and offshore wind farms. If the current Congress acts before its t

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May 20 2026BUSINESS

Power Plants Face a Costly Gamble: Gas or the Future?

Energy companies are investing heavily in natural gas power plants, betting they’ll stay profitable for decades. But here’s the catch—renewable energy is getting cheaper by the year, and soon, running a new gas plant might cost more than powering it. Gas plants once looked like a smart upgrade from

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Mar 15 2026FINANCE

Oil and Markets: A Week of Big Warnings

Energy leaders say a new oil shortage could hit soon, sparking worry among investors. The big banks are tightening rules on how much money can leave investment funds, which could slow the flow of capital into markets. One top banker has raised his outlook for oil prices, hinting that the marke

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Feb 25 2026SPORTS

Boozer’s Big‑Hit Boosts Duke’s Rank

Duke’s star freshman, Cameron Boozer, is drawing national attention as a top NBA draft pick. In a recent game at Notre Dame, he scored 24 points while shooting only eight field‑goal attempts. His efficiency earned Duke a 44‑point win, 100–56. Boozer’s scoring came largely from the free‑throw line.

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Jan 08 2026HEALTH

Breathing Trouble: How Energy Poverty Hits Kids' Health Hard

Energy poverty is a big deal. It's not just about having lights at night. It's about health, the environment, and making sure everyone has a fair shot at a good life. For kids under five in some of the world's poorest countries, it's a serious problem. They're breathing in dirty air from cooking fir

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Dec 10 2025HEALTH

The Hidden Dangers of Energy Drinks: A Wake-Up Call

Energy drinks are often seen as a quick fix for tiredness. But they can be risky. A healthy man in his 50s from the UK found this out the hard way. He drank eight energy drinks every day. This led to a stroke and very high blood pressure. His blood pressure was 254/150 mmHg. That's way above the hea

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Nov 28 2025SPORTS

Duke and Arkansas Face Off: How to Catch the Big Game

Duke, the No. 4 team in the nation, is on a roll with seven straight wins. They are heading to the United Center to take on the No. 22 Arkansas Razorbacks. This game is part of the CBS Sports Thanksgiving Classic and is set to tip off at 8:00 PM ET on Thursday, November 27, 2025. Fans can catch the

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Mar 15 2025SPORTS

Duke's Dominance: A Season of Triumphs

Duke's victory over North Carolina was a nail-biter. The Blue Devils led by a whopping 24 points. The game was far from over. North Carolina fought back, cutting the lead to just one point. With 4. 1 seconds left, Ven-Allen Lubin had a chance to give the Tar Heels the lead. He missed the first f

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Mar 15 2025SPORTS

Duke's Injury Woes: ACC Tournament

Duke's star player, Cooper Flagg, is out for the ACC Tournament. This is a big deal because Flagg is a top player for Duke. He hurt his ankle during a game against Georgia Tech. Flagg was seen limping off the court and then went to the locker room. He came back to the bench but did not play agai

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Mar 14 2025SPORTS

Duke's Star Duo Faces March Madness Hurdles

Duke University's basketball team faced a tough blow during their ACC Tournament game. Cooper Flagg, a standout freshman, went for a rebound and landed awkwardly, injuring his left ankle. The injury was severe enough that he had to be taken off the court in a wheelchair. The team's defensive star

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