One on One: ‘Talking about Politics’ is back

One on One: ‘Talking about Politics’ is back Published 8:29 am Tuesday, July 4, 2023 By By D.G. Martin Are you tired of the mean-spirited sniping that passes for political discourse these days? If you are, there is good news. “Talking About Politics,” after a break of a couple of years, is back. Get the … Read more

Opinion | Renewables are saving Texas. Again. So give them their due.

This summer, like last summer, Texas has battled a brutal heat wave that regularly reaches triple-digit temperatures. This summer, like last summer, the heat wave triggered record levels of energy demand. This summer, like last summer, there have miraculously been no rolling blackouts; in fact, this year, the state’s grid operator has so far asked … Read more

Romania simplifies, speeds up permitting for renewable energy projects

Romania has passed a new law to simplify and speed up the permitting process for renewable energy projects. The changes are related to the construction of solar, wind, biomass, bioliquid, biogas, and storage facilities, substations, and other similar investments. Law 166/2023 amends Urbanism Law 350/2001 and Construction Law 50/1991. It entered into force on June … Read more

Sonoran-Style Shrimp Tacos

Tortilla-making is an art that requires just as much craft as baking a loaf of sourdough or a flaky croissant, and one Kansas City bakery is thought to make the “best” in the US. A As a child in Sonora, Mexico, Marissa Gencarelli took good tortillas for granted. She didn’t have to make them at … Read more

Add these 5 superfoods to your diet for better kidney health

Berries like blueberries, strawberries, and raspberries, burst with antioxidants, which help fight off harmful free radicals and protect your kidneys. These delicious little treats are also low in potassium, making them an ideal choice for individuals with kidney issues. Add them to your morning oatmeal, blend them into a refreshing smoothie, or enjoy them as … Read more

Berberine: The dietary weight loss supplement dubbed ‘Natural Ozempic’

We all know a friend or relative who recently lost weight, and who said they did so easily. Recently, weight-loss injections have entered the market. These were originally meant to treat diabetes, but after patients reported losing weight, they soon became popular among those battling obesity. However, like any drug, these have a long list … Read more

Meta takes aim at Twitter with new Threads app

The rivalry between Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk has just kicked up a notch. Zuckerberg’s Meta, which owns Facebook and Instagram, has teased a new app that is set to take on Twitter by offering a rival space for real-time conversations online. The app is called Threads and it is expected to go live Thursday, … Read more

Ineos owner Jim Ratcliffe accuses UK regulator of being ‘hostile to business’

Ineos owner Jim Ratcliffe accuses UK regulator of being ‘hostile to business’ Read M&A insights you won’t find elsewhere Exclusive scoops Smart data to help spot risk and opportunity Analysis of broader trends in M&A Lex, our agenda-setting business commentary (Premium only) Due Diligence, an exclusive M&A newsletter (Premium only) Subscribe to unlock this article … Read more