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Nikola and Bosch ink deal for hydrogen fuel cell modules

Beleaguered electric truck developer Nikola Corp. has inked a new agreement with Bosch for its hydrogen fuel cell modules. The modules will be used to power two of Nikola’s hydrogen-fueled semi-trucks, the short-haul Nikola Tre and Nikola Two sleeper. “This announcement

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Countries take steps toward curbing plastic waste in oceans

he pollution can choke off sea life, harm food safety and coastal tourism and contribute to climate change.

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Millions to lose jobless aid as federal pandemic relief ends on Monday

Millions of jobless Americans who have depended on federal unemployment aid as a financial lifeline are about to lose those benefits just as the delta variant of the coronavirus poses a renewed threat to the economy and the job market.

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After voters embraced mail ballots, GOP states tighten rules

Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Iowa and some other GOP-controlled states also have enacted restrictions this year, particularly aimed at mail balloting and early in-person voting. More than 40% of voters cast mail ballots during last fall’s election, a record.

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‘A Decision Was Made.’ Biden Faces the Fallout for His Chaotic Retreat in Afghanistan

It was the first time Joe Biden had witnessed dead Americans returning home from a foreign battlefield as President and Commander in Chief. The bodies of 11 Marines, a Navy medic and an Army staff sergeant arrived on U.S. soil

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Biden Vows to Protect Abortion Rights in Face of ‘Extreme’ Texas Law – The New York Times

Biden Vows to Protect Abortion Rights in Face of ‘Extreme’ Texas Law  The New York Times Supreme Court votes 5-4 to leave Texas abortion law in place  Fox News Texas Abortion Law: Supreme Court Chooses Lawlessness  Bloomberg New Texas abortion law must change

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China Warns Kerry Cooperation on Climate Depends on Overall Ties

U.S. climate envoy John Kerry heard the warning several times during a two-day trip to China; he described talks there as productive.

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Flooding, fires, famine: Our world is increasingly vulnerable – our leaders are now quick to admit it

Just hours after Storm Ida caused deadly flooding across America’s North East, President Joe Biden said it was “yet another reminder that these extreme storms and the climate crisis are here.”

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Joe Biden’s call to Afghan prez is impeachable: Devine – New York Post

Joe Biden’s call to Afghan prez is impeachable: Devine  New York Post Psaki’s tweet on Trump phone call with Ukraine president comes back to haunt her  Fox News U.S. consular officials at Kabul airport struggled with surging crowds and painful choices  The Washington

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