The disturbing connection between UN's green energy push and illegal immigration

American Energy Institute CEO Jason Isaac discusses the Democratic Party’s efforts to fight President Donald Trump’s energy policies and more on ‘Fox & Friends Weekend.’ NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! President Donald Trump recently...

These Dog-Friendly Breweries Across The U.S. Are Worth Traveling For

There’s nothing quite like combining a love of travel, craft beer and your four-legged best friend. Across the U.S. (and beyond), an increasing number of breweries are rolling out the welcome mat for pups – complete with dog-friendly patios, water...

The kids who sued America over climate change aren’t done yet

In 2015, nearly two dozen American youth sued the federal government, alleging that the United States violated their constitutional rights by facilitating the burning of fossil fuels and allowing greenhouse gas emissions to rise to dangerous...

UN-backed climate banking alliance ceases operations

GENEVA The Net-Zero Banking Alliance, a U.N.-backed initiative seeking carbon neutral investments by banks, announced Friday its immediate shutdown — at a time of faltering climate commitments in the United States and Europe. Launched in 2021...

Here's what to know about the 17th annual Iowa City Book Festival

Iowa City's permanent UNESCO City of Literature designation will not be affected by the U.S. withdrawal from the organization. The 17th annual Iowa City Book Festival will run from Oct. 5 to Oct. 12. The festival will feature local talent,...

Pete Hegseth’s command performance

You had to be there. If you were a U.S. military officer anywhere in the world above the rank of colonel, you were commanded by your civilian boss to show up on short notice for a “key leaders all-call” meeting at the U.S. Marine Corps base in...

EPA released a climate rollback hours before the shutdown

EPA said its Tuesday proposal to relax 2023 rules phasing down climate superpollutants used in cooling and refrigeration would save consumers money. But U.S. manufacturers disagreed, saying they’ve already invested the money to build cleaner air...

Trump was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize before. Experts say he's unlikely to win this year

STAVANGER, Norway (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump’s bid to win the Nobel Peace Prize has drawn added attention to the annual guessing game over who its next laureate will be. Longtime Nobel watchers say Trump’s prospects remain remote despite a...

What Pacific Leaders Had to Say About Climate Change at the UN

A general view as U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during the 80th session of the UN’s General Assembly (UNGA) at the United Nations headquarters in New York City on Sept. 23, 2025. Alexi J. Rosenfeld/Getty Images Every Pacific leader who...

Chart: Global investment in renewables hits record even as US falters

Globally, investors are pouring more money into renewable energy than ever — even as they pull back on spending in the U.S. Over the first six months of this year, a total of $386 billion flowed to projects ranging from small rooftop solar...

Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics — 10.3.25

Good Friday morning. 😵— What happened to Jay Collins’ big campaign launch?: For weeks now, Collins has been telling donors he planned to officially launch his campaign for Governor on Oct. 1. Well, it’s Oct. 2, and we haven’t heard a peep from...

Proposal to Undo Roadless Rule Would Open Some of Southern California’s Last Wild Forests to Development

To see what Southern California looked like before millions of homes sprawled through the region, head to Cleveland National Forest. Nestled between Los Angeles and San Diego, the forest’s three districts are a refuge for the region’s wildlife and...

On Climate: Inside the race to save America’s climate data

Since my column last month on the climate repercussions of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, a number of readers have asked what they can do to help in these dark times. I’ve given a lot of thought to this question, and I’ve concluded the best...

Trump cuts food program — then cuts hunger survey. It’s part of a pattern

President Donald Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” is anything but for the nation’s poorest families. Among the numerous cruel elements to the new spending plan are food-program cuts that are expected to increase “food insecurity” — also known as...

Maryland’s trial courts got it right on climate lawsuits

When the Maryland Supreme Court hears arguments next week, our state will be at the epicenter of a national litigation campaign over climate change. This litigation campaign, though, has nothing to do with reducing greenhouse gas emissions or...

As Trump's body falters, he’s bringing the health of the Earth down with him

For months now, there have been whispers, rumors ,and online chatter about Donald Trump’s health, and lately they seem to have grown louder. Although I feel as though the state of his health is rarely given the scrutiny it deserves. A bruised...

Zohran Mamdani’s rise in the New York mayoral race sparks anti-Muslim vitriol

WASHINGTON (AP) — Zohran Mamdani ’s swift rise in New York City’s mayoral race has made him into a national symbol — both as a point of pride among many Muslim Americans and a political foil for the right. His campaign has been met by a surge in...

Trump mulling $2,000 ‘dividend’ for Americans to share money made from tariffs

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...

Gerald Winegrad: The Trump administration’s procreation obsession | COMMENTARY

Last week’s column documented the falsehood of the so-called birth dearth or baby bust causing what is being termed demographic stagnation. America’s women do not need to be cajoled, bribed or shamed into having more babies. In 2024, there were...

Trump administration cuts funding for dozens of clean energy projects across Pacific Northwest Oregon and Washington condemned the Department of Energy's cuts across the board, specifically for the Pacific Northwest Hydrogen Hub.

Oregon and Washington condemned the Department of Energy's cuts across the board, specifically for the Pacific Northwest Hydrogen Hub. OREGON, USA — The Trump administration is yanking $7.6 billion in grants supporting over 200 clean energy...