Author: Political X Patriot

A bill in North Carolina has advanced through the state Senate, eliminating the 2030 carbon reduction deadline from House Bill 951, the state’s 2021 Energy Act, and expanding the utility’s billing authority. The bill’s lead sponsor, State Sen. R-Cabarrus, argues that removing the 2030 target enhances flexibility for utilities and could save ratepayers an estimated $13 billion. However, this claim has raised concerns due to shaky assumptions in the underlying modeling. Critics, including some Democrats, express apprehension over potential increased costs for consumers, citing past project failures like the VC Summer Nuclear Project, which resulted in significant financial losses. They…

The search for two-year-old Dane Paulsen, who was reported missing on March 1, 2025, ended tragically when his body was discovered in a river near his family’s home in Lincoln County, Oregon. Investigators had been focused on the Siretz River, where authorities believed he was last seen before disappearing. His body was found at 11:13 am on March 4, and the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Department confirmed the sad news, expressing deep sorrow for the child’s family. Sheriff Adam Shanks addressed the community, thanking them for their support during the search, and requested respect for the grieving family’s privacy. The search…

On Tuesday, separatist extremists hijacked a train in Balochistan, Pakistan, killing at least 10 people, including nine security guards and a train driver. The incident occurred when the Jafar Express, carrying about 450 passengers, was stopped by armed individuals in Tunnel No. 8. By Tuesday night, security forces managed to release 104 hostages, including men, women, and children, while ongoing operations aimed at neutralizing the attackers continued. The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA), which claimed responsibility, threatened that hostages would be executed if security operations continued. Authorities faced challenges accessing the mountainous region where the attack took place. Prime Minister Shebaz…

A former Facebook employee, Dex Hunter-Torricke, has disputed claims made in a new memoir by Sarawin Williams, which alleges that Mark Zuckerberg was favored to win a board game of “Settlers of Catan” during a trip to Indonesia. Williams asserts that Zuckerberg’s colleagues ensured his victory by not antagonizing him, while Hunter-Torricke argues that Zuckerberg won through his own strategic gameplay and intimidation tactics, describing him as the “toughest player.” He criticized Williams’ account as exaggerated and misleading. Williams noted that tensions arose when she questioned the fairness of Zuckerberg’s win, and other players appeared to show confusion. The memoir…

In Lakewood, Colorado, a persistent water issue has been raised by local resident Danny of Alvada, regarding groundwater flowing onto Colfax Avenue, particularly in the eastbound lane, which creates hazardous icy conditions during cold weather. This problem has reportedly existed for over a decade, with water continuously flowing from a vacant property at Reed and Colfax down the road and into a storm drain. Stacie Oulton from the city clarified that this water is groundwater coming to the surface, similar to other cases in the city. Although the property owner has attempted to manage this flow, it still drains into…

In New Mexico, decreasing river flows have not hindered a prolonged growth period since the 1970s, but fire seasons are now beginning earlier and lasting longer. Recent years have seen record-breaking wildfires, like the Calf Canyon and Black Fire in 2022. The last century has witnessed increasing temperatures and heat waves, adding risks to ecosystems and human health, particularly for outdoor workers lacking access to cool spaces. Nearly 92% of New Mexico was affected by drought as of early March, with severe conditions also present in Arizona. The Middle Rio Grande Conservancy district warns farmers of shorter runoff seasons and…

New York state has dismissed over 2,000 prison guards who participated in illegal wildcat strikes that persisted for 22 days, severely disrupting the corrections system. Despite not achieving the target of 85% of guards returning to work by the deadline, state officials reported enough personnel had resumed duties to avert ongoing labor issues. A new contract was signed with the security guards union to address grievances, but the strike violated state laws, prompting Governor Kathy Hochul to deploy the National Guard to maintain operations. The guards initiated the strikes on February 17 due to grievances over working conditions, leading to…

A recent report from IQAIR reveals that last year, nearly all of the world’s top 20 most polluted cities were in Asia, with 13 located in India, which is experiencing significant economic growth and pollution primarily due to coal usage. The sole city outside Asia on the list is N’djamena in Chad, which has the worst air quality in Central Africa. The report highlights that all the worst pollution cities in North America are in California. The study focused on PM2.5, a dangerous particulate matter harmful to human health, linked to respiratory issues, chronic diseases, and mental health problems. The…

The article discusses the vastness of our solar system, focusing on the Oort Cloud, which is divided into two zones: the inner Oort Cloud (about 1,000 astronomical units away from the Sun) and the outer Oort Cloud (starting around 10,000 astronomical units). Recent research led by astronomer David Nesvorný reveals that the inner Oort Cloud exhibits a spiral pattern, influenced by the gravitational pull of the Milky Way and the solar system’s dynamics. This spiral formation spans approximately 15,000 astronomical units and has a 30-degree tilt relative to the solar plane. Early in the solar system’s history, icy debris distributed…

Hudson’s Bay Department Store, Canada’s oldest retailer, is facing significant financial difficulties and is unable to pay its debts. The company, which dates back to the 17th century fur trade, is struggling due to loss of customers, the impact of the pandemic, inflation, and trade tensions with the U.S. This has led to a request for bankruptcy protection and potential store closures. Recently, a Toronto judge granted protection to Hudson’s Bay creditors, allowing the company to restructure its debt. The judge expressed sadness regarding the chain’s current insolvency, highlighting its long history since its founding in 1670. Currently operating around…