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Ars Technica

Data Centers Drive Demand for New Power Transformer Technology

Data centers are significantly driving up electricity demand, straining US power grids. This has prompted investments in solid-state power transformers, which modernize the outdated technology currently in use. Traditional transformers are custom-built and face long delivery times, complicating infrastructure upgrades.

Guardian — US

Target removes Halloween costume following criticism

Target has withdrawn a Halloween costume from sale after backlash on social media regarding its resemblance to a racist caricature. The costume was marketed as the 'Kids’ Glows Under Blacklight Circus Clown Halloween Costume' and featured a Black child in a costume that drew criticism for its associations.

The Hill

DOJ plans to appeal ruling on Epstein file redactions

The Department of Justice plans to appeal a ruling that requires the unredaction of documents in the Epstein case. This follows a preliminary injunction from June that ordered the removal of redactions in key documents, as part of a lawsuit by attorney Katie Phang.

Washington Examiner

United States Removes Syria from State Sponsors of Terrorism List

The United States has officially removed Syria from its list of state sponsors of terrorism, a designation that had been in place since 1979. The decision, announced by the State Department, follows an executive order from President Trump and is expected to promote private sector investment in Syria and strengthen U.S. strategic interests in the region.

Fox News — Latest

Supreme Court Allows Enforcement of Mail-in Voting Restrictions

The Supreme Court has permitted the enforcement of an executive order by President Trump that restricts mail-in voting in 23 states ahead of the midterm elections. The ruling, which saw dissent from three justices, allows the U.S. Postal Service and Justice Department to implement the restrictions immediately, although further legal challenges may arise.

Fox News — Politics

Supreme Court Allows Enforcement of Mail-in Voting Restrictions

The Supreme Court has permitted the enforcement of President Trump's executive order limiting mail-in voting prior to the midterm elections. This decision comes after lifting an injunction from 23 states that had contested the order. The U.S. Postal Service and Justice Department will begin implementing the new restrictions immediately.

The Hill

Supreme Court lifts block on Trump's mail voting order

The Supreme Court has removed a lower court's injunction on President Trump's executive order regarding mail voting requirements, enabling the policy to be implemented for the midterm elections. The decision faced dissent from three liberal justices.

Washington Examiner

Trump Administration Proposes $103,265 Fee for H-1B Visas

The Trump administration has proposed a $103,265 fee for employers hiring through the H-1B visa program, aiming to discourage the hiring of foreign workers. This proposal follows a previous legal setback and seeks to justify the fee by stating it would help fund the immigration system.