Inconsistent lake levels shrink region’s economy, study says
A study released by the Lake Commission found the current management of Lake Pend Oreille has left the region’s economy 10% to 11% smaller than it could be.
A study released by the Lake Commission found the current management of Lake Pend Oreille has left the region’s economy 10% to 11% smaller than it could be.

JFAC co-chairs are defending newly approved statewide budget cuts amid concerns from agencies about long-term service impacts. The pair cite revenue uncertainty, tax conformity costs and constitutional limits as reasons on why the cuts are needed. Lawmakers are debating alternatives, including the use of savings accounts, while analysis shows state spending has remained flat when adjusted for inflation and population.
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India and Brazil sign a rare earth agreement to diversify mineral supply chains, reduce China dependence, boost trade to $30 billion, and deepen technology, defence, and Global South cooperation

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A new era in Sri Lanka’s renewable energy is unfolding in the Gonnoruwa Division of Hambantota District, where construction has begun on the country’s largest solar power park. Spanning 450 acres and designed to generate 150 megawatts (MW) of electricity, the US$150 million private-sector-led project is poised to become a cornerstone of the nation’s sustainable [...]

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Azincourt Energy Corp. (CVE:AAZ – Get Free Report)’s share price was down 13.3% during mid-day trading on Thursday . The company traded as low as C$0.07 and last traded at C$0.07. Approximately 400,661 shares traded hands during trading, a decline of 17% from the average daily volume of 480,812 shares. The stock had previously closed [...]