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Robert Habeck under pressure: Germany's nuclear phase-out was about ideology: Internal correspondence shows: At the height of the energy crisis ...
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Quick Glance: German Exit from Nuclear Energy: Ideology Over Pragmatism
- During an energy crisis, green ministries in Germany pushed through the nuclear energy phaseout, disregarding warnings and prioritizing ideological goals over energy security.
- Internal communications reveal that high-ranking green officials ignored and twisted facts to advance the nuclear phaseout, even if it raised safety concerns.
- The origins of the energy transition were not primarily focused on climate change but aimed to eliminate nuclear energy and transition to renewables and coal.
- The decommissioned nuclear power plants now serve as monuments to a green misstep that led Germany into an energy policy tragedy, potentially hindering the construction of new nuclear power plants.
Union threatens Habeck with consequences in debate about nuclear power documents: If he does not immediately disclose the circumstances of the decision to phase ...
welt.de/politik/deutschland/article251219442/Union-droht-Habeck-in-Debatte-um-Atomkraft-Dokumente-mit-Konsequenzen.html
Quick Glance: CDU Official Demands Halt to Nuclear Power Plant Decommissioning
- A revelation from "Cicero" magazine indicates that the decision for Germany's nuclear phase-out was primarily driven by green anti-nuclear activists, sparking harsh criticism towards Economy Minister Robert Habeck.
- The Economy Ministry refutes the "Cicero" portrayal, emphasizing that decisions were based on transparent and open-ended evaluations.
- The CDU and FDP criticize Habeck, calling for clarification and a reassessment of the nuclear power plant decommissioning.
- Experts and politicians express concerns over potential public misrepresentation and the erosion of trust in the government due to the revelations from the documents.
UK freezes London property linked to Putin ally after ICIJ report - ICIJ: Since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, the U.K. government has faced criticism for ...
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Quick Glance: Freezing of London Property Following ICIJ Report
- Roughly a week after the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists revealed that the London townhouse remained untouched by sanctions against the high-ranking Kremlin official, U.K. authorities froze Igor Komarov's property.
- In February, the ongoing connection between Komarov and the townhouse in Herbert Crescent - a prime location in Central London - was highlighted. The property was acquired in 2007 for over $16.5 million through a British Virgin Islands-based shell company under his control.
- Instead of directly listing Komarov, a trust was indicated as the beneficial owner of the BVI company, Wastom Holdings Ltd., in the submissions under the U.K.'s Register of Overseas Entities.
- It is suggested that the British Government should now disclose details about trusts overseeing properties directly or through companies. This transparency measure would aid in uncovering assets owned by Putin's associates and corrupt individuals, leaving them no refuge.
Habeck raises growth forecast to 0.3 percent: The government is raising its growth forecast for the current year slightly. There are “signs of a slight economic ...
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Robert Habeck in an interview about aid to Ukraine: The US House of Representatives has voted for further aid to Ukraine. This inspires courage in Ukraine ...
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After visit to Kiev: Habeck calls for more weapons for Ukraine: Robert Habeck had to visit an air raid shelter three times during his visit to Ukraine ...
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Quick Glance: Habeck's Visit to Ukraine: Solidarity and Support
- Robert Habeck visits Ukraine to show German solidarity and promise support.
- Ukraine is in a war fighting for freedom and European values.
- Habeck brings business representatives to promote investments and boost arms production.
- Germany supports Ukraine with a Patriot air defense system and financial aid for the energy sector.
Heavy rains in UAE: No cloud seeding done, confirms Met Office: NCM meteorologist urges people not to fall for articles, videos spreading misinformation
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Quick Glance: Cause of Dubai Flooding: Cloud Seeding or Natural Phenomenon?
- Dubai grapples with the aftermath of heavy rainfall. Speculations on the role of cloud seeding are being discussed.
- Clouds consist of tiny water droplets that coalesce around particles to form rain. Cloud seeding manipulates this process.
- The effectiveness of cloud seeding is scientifically debated, with limited evidence of its efficacy.
- Experts refute the claim that cloud seeding was the primary cause of the flooding in Dubai.
Four green myths about the nuclear phase-out: German politicians are selling the nuclear phase-out as a success on its first anniversary. However ...
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Quick Glance: Myths and Realities of Nuclear Phase-Out
- German politicians celebrate the nuclear phase-out as a success, but critics question the full story.
- While emphasizing energy security without nuclear plants, concerns remain.
- Controversies surround electricity prices, environmental impacts, especially in an international context.
- The high-risk nature of nuclear power is debated, with complex long-term consequences.
How the Greens discovered patriotism: What the Greens never wanted to be, they now deny others the ability to be. About an astonishing transformation that can be ...
faz.net/aktuell/politik/inland/wie-die-gruenen-den-patriotismus-fuer-sich-entdeckt-haben-19677945.html
'Icelandic storm' could bring snow to parts of UK within days: The UK could be in line for a major low-pressure system hitting over the next week ...
devonlive.com/news/uk-world-news/uk-weather-icelandic-storm-could-9237828
“We still see each other enough”: Robert Habeck’s wife now writes alone: Andrea Paluch and Robert Habeck used to be not only a married couple ...
n-tv.de/leute/Robert-Habecks-Frau-schreibt-inzwischen-alleine-article24891976.html
Reuters examined 11 statements made by Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump at his rally in Green Bay, Wisconsin, on April 2 ... Show more www.reuters.com/investigates/special-report/usa-election-trump-rally-factcheck/
At the G7 meeting in Italy, the Foreign Minister spoke out in favor of greater support for Ukraine in air defense. “We are experiencing dramatically that the ... Show more www.handelsblatt.com/politik/international/ukraine-krieg-robert-habeck-zu-besuch-in-der-ukraine/100001663.html
Most people want to go green but they are put off by the cost: Consumers want to “go green” but they are often dissuaded by the cost and practicalities of ...
independent.ie/business/personal-finance/most-people-want-to-go-green-but-they-are-put-off-by-the-cost/a1574511021.html
Freezing nights to come before Arctic air moves away from UK over weekend: The Met Office said temperatures in parts of northern England and Scotland could ...
itv.com/news/2024-04-24/freezing-nights-to-come-before-arctic-air-moves-away-from-uk-over-weekend
Selfie unity long gone: coalition of noise - how the traffic light loses its reputation
n-tv.de/mediathek/videos/politik/Koalition-des-Krachs-wie-die-Ampel-ihren-Ruf-verspielt-article24891872.html
Horror scenario unfounded: Habeck: Electricity prices have fallen significantly since the nuclear power plant was shut down
n-tv.de/wirtschaft/Habeck-Strompreis-seit-AKW-Abschaltung-deutlich-gefallen-article24871913.html
According to media report: Ministry of Economic Affairs rejects allegations of nuclear shutdown
tagesschau.de/wirtschaft/atomausstieg-habeck-100.html
As India’s smallest state votes, a broken hydro plant takes centerstage: Sikkim’s hydropower dream of huge revenues has turned into a nightmare due to ...
aljazeera.com/economy/2024/4/18/a-flash-flood-and-a-quiet-sale-highlight-indias-sikkims-hydro-problems
New rules will slash air, water and climate pollution from U.S. power plants: The Environmental Protection Agency announced a set of rules aimed at reducing ...
washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2024/04/25/power-plant-pollution-coal-gas-epa/
Quick Glance: New EPA Rules Target Emissions Reduction at Power Plants
- The Biden administration aims to compel coal-fired power plants to capture smokestack emissions or close down.
- The rules target limiting greenhouse gas emissions from fossil fuel power plants and reducing toxic pollutants from coal-fired plants.
- The plan includes measures to reduce carbon dioxide emissions, toxic wastewater pollutants, and safely manage coal ash.
- The actions are expected to face opposition from industry groups and Republican-leaning states, while environmental groups see it as a crucial step in combating climate change.
RTL/ntv trend barometer: Greens with worst result since 2018: Germans are dissatisfied with the Greens. Union leader Friedrich Merz could become chancellor ...
stern.de/politik/deutschland/rtl-ntv-trendbarometer--gruene-mit-schlechtestem-ergebnis-seit-2018-34632766.html
Traffic light cameras will be installed nationwide by next year, Eamon Ryan says: Traffic light cameras will result in automatic fines for drivers captured ...
irishtimes.com/transport/2024/04/15/traffic-light-cameras-to-be-place-by-early-next-year-eamon-ryan/
"Not on the agenda now": Habeck does not want to talk about running for chancellor now
n-tv.de/politik/Habeck-will-jetzt-nicht-ueber-Kanzlerkandidatur-sprechen-article24872865.html
The Greens are polling at twelve percent, and the dream of an eco-people's party appears to be over. Thought leader Ralf Fücks warns of a dangerous tipping ... Show more www.zeit.de/politik/deutschland/2024-04/ralf-fuecks-gruene-umfragen-mitte-feindbild
Economic growth: When 0.1 percent turns the mood around: Robert Habeck sees signs of economic recovery. Some developments do indeed give hope ...
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Comer threatens to subpoena Granholm for testimony on SPR withdrawals, LNG export pause
thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/4606106-comer-threatens-granholm-subpoena-over-spr-withdrawals-lng-export-pause/
German vice chancellor urges allies to supply more weapons to Ukraine after his visit to Kyiv
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/20/7452161/
The economics minister has increased the growth expectations in Germany “moderately to 0.3 percent”. Nevertheless, further reforms are necessary ... Show more www.handelsblatt.com/politik/konjunktur/konjunktur-habeck-rechnet-wieder-mit-etwas-mehr-wachstum-und-hat-neue-plaene/100032800.html
Habeck's secret nuclear files: How green ideologues determine our energy policy: Secret files from Robert Habeck's ministry show how influential Green Party ...
focus.de/finanzen/laufzeitverlaengerung-ist-abzulehnen-habecks-geheime-atom-akten-wie-gruene-ideologen-unsere-energiepolitik-bestimmen_id_259886406.html
Massive airstrikes on Dnipro: Sharma: "Zelensky's tone has changed": While Economics Minister Habeck visits Ukraine, numerous Russian missiles hit the city of ...
n-tv.de/mediathek/videos/politik/Sharma-Selenskyjs-Ton-hat-sich-veraendert-article24885896.html
Greens launch their own Tiktok channel: The Greens are now on Tiktok. AfD leader Weidel is sidelined in a video. The Federal Foreign Office is also looking into ...
zdf.de/nachrichten/politik/deutschland/baerbock-habeck-gruene-tiktok-kanal-100.html
'ILL-FATED MOVE': GOP senator grills Biden’s energy secretary on release of US oil reserves, explains how it's putting national security at risk. www.foxbusiness.com/politics/gop-senator-grills-bidens-energy-secretary-release-us-oil-reserves-historically-low-levels
Abandoning nuclear energy: majority of Germans think nuclear phase-out is wrong: A year ago, the last nuclear reactors in Germany were taken off the grid ...
spiegel.de/wirtschaft/atomausstieg-mehrheit-der-deutschen-haelt-entscheidung-fuer-falsch-a-159b483a-ec16-47b2-ae10-a6c1ab687ff7
Robert Habeck's novel: how the book and TV movie differ: The novel by Andrea Paluch and Robert Habeck tells the story of what happened after the flood ...
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Hamburg: TV drama from Habeck's pen “The Flood - Death on the dike”: Based on a novel by Robert Habeck and Andrea Paluch, ARD is showing the environmental crime ...
rp-online.de/panorama/hamburg-tv-drama-aus-habecks-feder-die-flut-tod-am-deich_aid-111264149
Finally! A worthy opponent!
Greens in crisis: Talking about the people, but having no idea about them - that doesn't work
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One year after the nuclear phase-out: Robert Habeck draws a positive balance, while economists speak of a "loss of prosperity in the billions" - Die Weltwoche
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Met Office gives 'heatwave' verdict as warm weather to continue : High pressure is set to sweep in from the Atlantic bringing light winds and sunshine
devonlive.com/news/uk-world-news/met-office-gives-heatwave-verdict-9229186
Russia's Bashneft oil company installs anti-drone nets to protects refineries, says report
reuters.com/world/europe/russias-bashneft-protects-refineries-with-anti-drone-nets-ria-says-2024-04-19/
New poll shows Greens at historic low: The Greens continue to plummet in the polls. The party has not had such a low score since 2018. The CDU is doing well.
hna.de/politik/habeck-gruene-umfrage-bundestagswahl-spd-cdu-afd-fdp-ampel-robert-zr-93014817.html
The weekend is looking warm! ☀️ www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/uk-weather-exact-date-temperatures-32624483
Federal Minister Hubert Aiwanger? Free Voters boss wants to replace Habeck: Hubert Aiwanger wants to know again. The next goal for Lower Bavaria seems to be the ...
stern.de/politik/bundesminister-hubert-aiwanger--freie-waehler-chef-will-habeck-abloesen-34646044.html
This Earth Day, it doesn’t have to be ‘Mother Nature versus Man’ : And while we continue avoiding another stone age by exploring space and creating new ...
thehill.com/opinion/energy-environment/4610808-this-earth-day-it-doesnt-have-to-be-mother-nature-versus-man/
Habeck opens Quantum Systems' German drone factory in Ukraine: German drones have been in use in Ukraine for a long time. Now they are also being built on site ...
t-online.de/nachrichten/ukraine/id_100389946/habeck-eroeffnet-deutsche-drohnenfabrik-von-quantum-systems-in-der-ukraine.html
Quarrels over amendment to the law: Wissing threatens weekend driving bans: In order to achieve the greenhouse gas emission targets, the traffic light government ...
n-tv.de/politik/Wissing-droht-mit-Fahrverboten-am-Wochenende-article24867144.html
Quick Glance: Dispute over Climate Protection Measures in Traffic Sector
- The Environment Agency opposes drastic measures in the transport sector.
- Reform of the Climate Protection Act and potential driving bans spark controversy.
- Ampel parties argue over climate goals and blame games.
- DUH feels vindicated in lawsuit against Transport Minister and calls for new measures.
Ukraine War: Ukrainian Drone Attacks on Targets in Crimea and Russia: Robert Habeck makes a surprise visit to Ukraine. The city of Chernihiv ...
focus.de/politik/ausland/ukraine-krise/ukraine-krieg-im-ticker-in-letzter-sekunde-steigt-die-ukraine-aus-schifffahrts-deal-aus_id_57275780.html
A Saudi delegation, led by Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, landed in Pakistan on Monday for a two-day visit ... Show more www.dawn.com/news/1827618 #DawnToday #Pakistan #SaudiArabia
Prince Harry changes official residence to United States in Companies House filings
itv.com/news/2024-04-18/prince-harry-lists-united-states-as-new-official-residence-filings-show
Quick Glance: Harry and Meghan Face Conundrum Over Balmoral Invitation
- Prince Harry and Meghan Markle could find themselves in a complicated situation, according to an expert, if King Charles invites them to join the Royal Family at Balmoral.
- It is expected that King Charles will extend an invitation to Harry and Meghan to visit the Scottish retreat this year, as it is customary for the monarch to invite family members during the holiday season.
- Royal expert and author Tom Quinn suggests that an invitation to the retreat could present a 'difficult' situation for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
- King Charles has reportedly extended an olive branch to Prince Harry and Meghan by 'hinting' at a visit to Balmoral this summer to improve relationships within the Royal family.
SAY 'WATT': After targeting furnaces, gas stoves, gas cars and more, the administration has their sights set on yet another popular household item: lightbulbs ... Show more www.foxnews.com/politics/biden-admin-cracks-down-on-lightbulbs-as-part-of-climate-agenda
Former Marine sentenced to 9 years in prison in firebombing of California Planned Parenthood clinic
cnn.com/2024/04/15/politics/planned-parenthood-attack-former-marine-sentenced/
Quick Glance: Former Marine sentenced to 9 years in prison for firebombing California Planned Parenthood clinic
- A former marine was sentenced to nine years in prison by the Justice Department on Monday after using a Molotov cocktail to attack a Planned Parenthood clinic in Costa Mesa, California. Chance Brannon, along with his co-defendant Tibet Ergul, plotted attacks on the clinic and a potential target on the power grid in 'furtherance of a race war.'
- Brannon, 24, pleaded guilty in November 2023 to being involved in a conspiracy, malicious destruction of property by fire and explosives, possession of an unregistered destructive device, and intentionally damaging a reproductive health services facility in violation of the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances (FACE) Act.
- Planned Parenthood clinic attacks were abandoned due to law enforcement actions. Brannon was motivated by neo-Nazi ideology and planned further violent attacks. The National Abortion Federation reported a sharp increase in violence at abortion clinics in 2022.
- Brannon and Ergul also had plans to conduct an attack using a remote-detonated device during an LGBTQ+ pride event at Dodger Stadium, but were arrested two days prior. Before the arrest, Brannon even planned to rob Jewish individuals living in the Hollywood Hills.
Northern Lights will be visible in the UK tonight - best places to see aurora: The aurora borealis - or Northern Lights - are set to make an appearance on Friday ...
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Watch live: Eamon Ryan addresses Green Party convention: Green Party leader Eamon Ryan has warned his Government colleagues that "easy false" promises ...
rte.ie/news/politics/2024/0420/1444661-green-party-convention/
Electric vehicle charging ‘gantries’ would detract from ‘character’ of streets, Eamon Ryan says
irishtimes.com/environment/2024/04/15/electric-vehicle-charging-gantries-would-detract-from-character-of-streets-eamon-ryan-says/
New York becomes first state approved for fed funding of 'Home Energy Rebates' program
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The size of Washington State’s largest wind farm just got cut by 50%: Washington State's energy board cut the size of what would have been the state's ...
electrek.co/2024/04/18/washington-state-largest-wind-farm/
Ukraine visit: Robert Habeck can't sleep: The Minister of Economic Affairs experiences a melancholy country in Ukraine. But with his unbreakable friendship ...
zeit.de/politik/2024-04/ukraine-besuch-robert-habeck-wirtschaftsminister-unterstuetzung
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The shadow of war darkens on the global economy: Short-term performance has been surprisingly good but policymakers are walking on eggshells
ft.com/content/31158ec7-433b-4c0e-9f2e-8a13e8dd4750
Germany may give Ukraine equipment from closed thermal power plant: Germany extended an invitation to Ukraine to see its closed energy facilities which might ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/21/7452247/
Biden hikes cost of drilling on federal lands as Trump courts oil donors: The Interior Department finalized a rule requiring oil companies to pay more for ...
washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2024/04/12/oil-drilling-federal-lands-biden/
Quick Glance: Biden Raises Drilling Costs on Federal Lands, Trump Courts Oil Donors
- The Biden administration has finalized a new rule requiring oil companies to pay at least ten times more for drilling on federal lands to generate more revenue for taxpayers.
- While Trump discusses easing drilling regulations with energy executives, the US is historically pumping a lot of crude oil, complicating regulations for Trump and Biden's climate agenda.
- The rule mandates higher bonds and royalties for fossil fuels on federal lands to better compensate taxpayers and cover the costs of cleaning up abandoned wells.
- In addition to reshaping fossil fuel production on federal lands, the administration has advanced renewable energy development on these tracts and significantly reduced rents and fees for clean energy projects.
UK set for first 'three-week-long' heatwave of 2024 this month: The Met Office has predicted temperatures "above normal" later this month
derbytelegraph.co.uk/news/local-news/uk-set-first-heatwave-2024-9213573
Hours of snow to freeze UK this week in Arctic April plunge: Another Arctic April plunge will deep freeze parts of the UK
examinerlive.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/hours-snow-freeze-uk-week-29002875
Catching votes before the European elections: Parties want to score points on TikTok
deutsche-handwerks-zeitung.de/europawahl-2024-tiktok-krah-337666/
Quick Glance: TikTok Ban Threat: ByteDance Prefers Closure Over Sale, Insiders Say
- ByteDance, the owner of TikTok, would prefer to shut down its loss-making app rather than sell it if all legal options to fight legislation to ban the platform from app stores in the US are exhausted, said four sources.
- TikTok accounts for a small share of ByteDance’s total revenues and daily active users, so the parent would rather have the app shut down in the US in a worst-case scenario than sell it to a potential American buyer, they said.
- ByteDance would not agree to sell one of its most valuable assets – its “secret source” – to rivals, said the four sources, referring to the TikTok algorithm.
- After facing challenges regarding bans, the short-form video app has encountered partial and attempted prohibitions in the US and other nations.
Robert Habeck: He would want to. Can he?: The media is conducting a debate about the Green Party's candidacy for chancellor. This is extremely inconvenient for ...
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North Wales to bathe in sunshine this weekend North Wales to bathe in sunshine this weekend www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/north-wales-bathe-sunshine-weekend-29024546
Met Office on why it feels so cold and when it will warm up: The weather forecaster has said temperatures have been unseasonably low this week but that is soon ...
devonlive.com/news/uk-world-news/met-office-reveals-feels-cold-9246631
Saudi Arabia to participate in World Energy Conference in Netherlands: The conference will discuss multiple issues in the field of energy and transitions ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642309
Three pacts signed for railway network project linking Oman and the United Arab Emirates
timesofoman.com/article/144700-three-pacts-signed-for-railway-network-project-linking-oman-and-the-united-arab-emirates
Express View: Problem with coal: Report showing increasing global capacity of plants running on fossil fuel does not augur well for meeting Paris climate pact ...
indianexpress.com/article/opinion/editorials/express-view-problem-with-coal-9266884/
NTA warned Eamon Ryan that it could cease all public transport activity in October
businesspost.ie/article/nta-warned-eamon-ryan-that-it-could-cease-all-public-transport-activity-in-october/
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Big jump in temperatures coming as welcome break from seemingly endless cold: The long range forecast has some good news for the start of May including 'the ...
walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-news/big-jump-temperatures-coming-welcome-29060460
Hydrogen Is High-Dose Energy, Trying To Shake Its Fossil Fuel Roots: Billions of dollars are being spent to extract hydrogen energy from water at an industrial ...
investors.com/news/hydrogen-energy-fuel-cars-green-hydrogen-hub/
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