Wetland banking faces risk from Trump's water rule shift
In Florida and nationwide, private mitigation banks sell credits to developers to offset wetlands destruction. The proposed EPA WOTUS rewrite backing Scalia standards threatens the billion-dollar system, potentially curbing protections, reducing required credits, and inviting controversy among conservation groups, industry investors, and state regulators.
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NIH ends alcohol study amid funding and ethics concerns
The NIH shuts down a $100 million trial on whether one drink daily prevents heart attacks. Investigators found staffers had undisclosed industry ties that biased the project and undermined credibility. The Boston led study enrolled 105 of 7,800 planned participants.
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Trump claims FBI bias as Comey report finds no taint
President Trump condemned the inspector general report on FBI handling of Hillary Clinton's email probe as biased, claiming top agents plotted against his election. The 500 page document found Comey insubordinate and noted anti Trump texts, but found no evidence that prosecutors' conclusions were biased.
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FDA Allowing More Added Fibers to Count in Nutrition Labels
The FDA approved eight more ingredients to count as fiber on the upcoming Nutrition Facts panel, joining previously approved items to help boost fiber counts in foods like brownies and candy. Critics warn this may mislead consumers about health benefits, while manufacturers praise the clarification for product labeling.
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