Rusty Patched Bumblebee Added to Endangered List
The rusty patched bumblebee becomes the first bee species in the continental United States listed under the Endangered Species Act after a yearslong effort and a Trump era review. The decision spans 13 states including Iowa Minnesota and North Carolina amid declines from pesticides habitat loss and disease. Environmental groups welcomed the listing while industry groups warn of rushed judgment and potential delays to implement protections.
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Northern Ireland peacemaker McGuinness dies at 66
Martin McGuinness, longtime IRA commander turned Sinn Fein leader and key architect of the Good Friday Agreement, died at age 66 drawing tributes from allies and rivals. His shift from violence to politics helped Northern Ireland move toward a shared future, with praise from Bill Clinton and others.
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Oklahoma Senator to Resign Amid Child Prostitution Charges
Oklahoma senator Ralph Shortey faces three felony counts including engaging in child prostitution after police found him in a motel with a 17-year-old boy. Shortey, 35, has urged resignation as Republican leaders call for his exit amid the scandal.
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NASA receives seven year funding bill aimed at Mars goal
President Trump signed a 19.5 billion funding authorization for NASA the first in seven years. The bill keeps Mars as the long term objective and directs continued funding for the Space Launch System rocket and Orion crew capsule. Retired astronauts will gain lifetime health care for space flight related issues.
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Friend of S C church shooter to serve time for lying
In Charleston South Carolina Joey Meek 22 was sentenced to 27 months in prison for concealing knowledge of the Emanuel AME Church massacre and lying to investigators. He admitted Roof discussed his plan during a cocaine fueled night and urged others to stay silent. Prosecutors sought more, but Meek faced a federal sentence after pleading guilty to obstructing a hate crime case.
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