New York authorities are cracking down on crypto mining, denying an air permit for a power plant they say generates electricity mainly for mining bitcoin. The state cited concerns about climate change amid a community outcry. Last June, NBC News looked at the Greenidge Generation Plant on Seneca lake, which was closed permanently but resurrected six years later by a …
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Severe thunderstorms disrupt air travel during the 4th of July weekend, Demand for drone shows sky high as 4th of July approaches, Southern Californian neighbor honors veterans with free flag kits. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful news brands that deliver compelling, diverse and …
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The Supreme Court has ruled the Biden administration can end the Trump-era “Remain in Mexico” policy. This comes after four migrants were killed in Texas as authorities chased alleged human smugglers and just days after 53 migrants died in San Antonio. NBC News’ Gabe Gutierrez interviewed an immigrant advocate who praised the ruling, saying the Mexican side of the border …
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53 migrants are now dead following the discovery of an abandoned tractor-trailer on the edge of San Antonio, Texas. The migrants were trapped in the semi-truck in the Texas heat, causing what officials call the deadliest case of human smuggling in U.S. history. Texas Governor Greg Abbott is promising new security steps at the border including additional truck checkpoints. NBC …
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Despite the highest 4th of July gas prices on record, 42 million Americans are driving this holiday. The unprecedented number of airline cancelations and delays is causing travelers to choose to drive and fly. Delta, American Airlines and United are all trimming their schedules even further to accommodate staffing shortages, despite passenger levels hitting post-pandemic highs. » Subscribe to NBC …
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As 4th of July celebrations take off, severe weather is pushing travel plans off course. 50 million travelers are at risk of thunderstorms along the east coast. Airlines already delaying and canceling thousands of flights today as the TSA reported a record-breaking 2.4 million passengers screened at security checkout points Friday, a level not seen since February 2020. 48 million …
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17-year-old Addison Bethea was hunting for scallops on the Keaton Beach shore in Florida when a shark grabbed onto her leg and thrashed her around. Her firefighter brother tourniquet her leg which aided in saving her life. A shark had been spotted four days prior in the same spot. This incident comes after an attack in the Florida Keys on …
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On tonight’s broadcast: The travel industry is experiencing turbulence headed into the 4th of July weekend. WNBA star Brittney Grine went to trial today in Moscow. Two officers and a police dog were shot in Kentucky after arriving to serve a warrant. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection …
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High-profile layoffs are stacking up, especially in the technology industry. Amid low unemployment and a shortage of people willing to work for lower pay, major companies are laying off hundreds and in some cases thousands of employees. Netflix, Tesla, and JPMorgan Chase are just a few of the big companies who have already laid off many workers. » Subscribe to …
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WNBA star and two-time Olympic gold medalist Brittney Griner went to trial today in Moscow. The basketball player is accused of drug smuggling and could possibly face ten years in prison. The Russians say they found vape cartridges containing cannabis oil in her luggage. Griner’s wife, Cherelle, called out President Biden saying, “he is the person that ultimately will make …
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States moving to restrict abortion are facing legal obstacles following the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. A judge in Florida blocked the state’s ban on abortions after 15 weeks. Kentucky’s trigger law was also put on hold. Meanwhile, Republican lawmakers are looking at steps to keep women from crossing state lines to get legal abortions. » Subscribe …
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Heading into the 4th of July weekend, the travel industry is preparing for many operational challenges. 3,000 flights have already been canceled this week, with American Airlines and Delta canceling the most. While airlines are facing many issues such as summer storms, the biggest problem is the pilot shortage. Off-duty Delta pilots are expected to picket outside airports tomorrow to …
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Canadian Joshua Edwards asked the United States government to help his family’s ministry stay afloat when the pandemic hit. Edwards claimed the ministry, located in Florida, needed $6 million to pay more than 450 employees, according to court records. The U.S. government approved the PPP loan and even added to his initial ask, granting the family $8 million total. However, …
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As the 4th of July weekend approaches, turbulence is underway in the travel industry. Airlines across the U.S. are facing heavy delays and cancelations amid staffing strains, among other issues. Some Delta pilots are participating in walking information picket lines at seven airports across the U.S., saying they are working excessive overtime. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch …
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Following Cassidy Hutchinson’s explosive testimony, there is new fallout from the January 6th committee hearings. Rep. Liz Cheney, the committee’s top Republican, is calling for former Trump White House counsel, Pat Cipollone, to testify. And Hutchinson’s attorney says she stands by her testimony, after portions of it have been disputed. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC …
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