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The Environmental Protection Agency has revoked a key scientific finding that supported U.S. regulations on greenhouse gas emissions. This decision rescinds a 2009 declaration that carbon dioxide and other gases endanger public health. EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announced the move Thursday, calling it a major deregulatory action. Critics argue it undermines efforts to combat climate change and could lead to more pollution. Environmental groups are certain to challenge the action in court. The EPA also proposes delaying a Biden-era rule on vehicle emissions, which could impact the push for electric vehicles. Read moreTrump's EPA revokes scientific finding that underpinned US fight against climate change

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The suspect in a school shooting in Canada has been identified as an 18-year-old who had a history of police visits to her home to check on her mental health. Authorities shared the information Wednesday, a day after the attack that killed eight people in a remote part of British Columbia. P… Read moreSuspect in Canada shooting is identified as an 18-year-old with history of police visits to her home

South Korea’s spy agency says it believes the teenage daughter of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is close to being designated as the country’s future leader. The assessment comes as Kim moves to extend the family dynasty to a fourth generation. The assessment by the National Intelligence Se… Read moreSpy agency says Kim Jong Un’s daughter is close to being designated North Korea’s future leader