The group Uprising of the Last Generation says throwing away vast amounts of usable food adds to hunger and global warming.
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EU slaps sanctions on 22 officials over Myanmar abuses
Widespread nonviolent protests followed a 2021 military takeover that ousted the elected government of Aung San Suu Kyi.
Storm helps Poland hit wind energy record: 30% of power
The role of coal is diminishing slightly but still accounts for 65 percent of the nation’s energy generation.
Fed governor opens door to half-point rate hike in March
Any increase next month would be the first since 2018.
Australia welcomes back tourists with toy koalas, Tim Tams, vegemite
The nation removes its travel restrictions for fully vaccinated passengers.
Trump’s Truth Social app goes live – with problems
Twitter, Instagram and Facebook suspended his accounts on Jan. 8 after the attack on the Capitol by his fanatics.
Canadian lawmakers extend emergency powers for truck protests
The act lets authorities declare no-go zones, allows police to freeze truckers’ bank accounts and compels companies to tow away vehicles.
Sens. King, Collins push for more seasonal worker visas
The Maine senators say an increase in the cap is important because small businesses are having difficulty finding employees around the country.
Water rights debate creating tension with cannabis businesses in New Mexico
Some farmers and rural residents worry that a proposal to help small marijuana growers would unfairly allow them to tap limited water resources.
New York planning $200 million equity fund for new marijuana industry
State officials want ‘the most diverse and inclusive’ cannabis market in the nation, but advocates say the timing of funding and services is more important than the amount.