Ohio nanny indicted for sexually exploiting toddlers and distributing abuse materials
A 25-year-old woman from Beachwood, Ohio, was indicted by a federal grand jury on Thursday for sexually exploiting two toddlers while working as their nanny and distributing child sexual abuse materials, federal…
Chemical maker Dow signs supply agreement for bio-plastic materials
(Reuters) – U.S. chemical maker Dow Inc said on Thursday it had signed a long-term supply agreement with bio-conversion company New Energy Blue for plastic materials made from corn residue, in a…
U.S. charges Chinese national with providing weapons materials to Iran
NEW YORK (Reuters) – The United States has charged a Chinese national with violating U.S. sanctions by providing to Iran materials used to produce ballistic missiles, federal prosecutors in Manhattan said on…
Impact Nano, chip materials startup, wins funding from Intel, Goldman Sachs
By Jane Lanhee Lee OAKLAND, California (Reuters) – Impact Nano, a Massachusetts-based startup that makes specialty chemicals for the semiconductor industry and others, said on Thursday it raised $32 million in funding…
Export restrictions mount on critical materials, says OECD
LONDON (Reuters) – Global export restrictions on critical materials have grown more than five-fold over the last decade, the OECD said on Tuesday, potentially impeding governments’ efforts to reduce carbon emissions. About…
Detectives Seek Information on Theft of Tools and Construction Materials
COLUMBUS, OH – The Columbus Police Department’s Property Crimes detectives are seeking information on the theft of tools and construction materials from a Watkins Road business. Two suspects cut a hole in…
Train Derails In North Dakota, Spills Toxic Materials: REPORT
Train Derails In North Dakota, Spills Toxic Materials: REPORT Alexa Schwerha on March 27, 2023 A Canadian Pacific (CP) train derailed near Wyndmere, North Dakota, late Sunday night and spilled a hazardous…
U.S. lays out possible critical raw materials agreement with EU -Handelsblatt
(Reuters) – The United States and the European Commission have negotiated a possible agreement to allow for electric vehicles with critical minerals extracted or processed in the European Union to qualify for…
BNSF says train carrying corn syrup derailed in Arizona
(Reuters) – BNSF Railway confirmed on Thursday that a train carrying corn syrup derailed near Topock in western Arizona close to the California border on Wednesday, with preliminary reports indicating no involvement…
Explainer-What are the risks of materials released in the Ohio derailment?
By Brad Brooks (Reuters) – Ahead of U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg’s visit on Thursday to the site of a toxic train derailment in Ohio, here is what we know about the…
Iran Inches Away From Weapons-Grade Nuclear Materials: REPORT
Iran Inches Away From Weapons-Grade Nuclear Materials: REPORT Micaela Burrow on February 20, 2023 The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has initiated talks with Iran on its nuclear buildup after finding that…
Fire Dept. says Cherry Hill hi-rise fire caused by discarded smoking materials
Cherry Hill, NJ – A fire in a hi-rise condominium complex in Cherry Hill was sparked by improperly discarded smoking materials, according to the Cherry Hill Fire Department. Early Saturday morning, Cherry…
U.S. set to loan Redwood Materials $2 billion for EV materials plant
By Paul Lienert and David Shepardson (Reuters) -The U.S. Energy Department on Thursday made a conditional commitment to Redwood Materials for a $2 billion low-cost government loan to help build out a…
Exclusive-Starboard to challenge engineering materials maker Rogers’ board -sources
By Svea Herbst-Bayliss NEW YORK (Reuters) – Activist investment firm Starboard Value LP has amassed a sizable stake in Rogers Corp and is seeking seats on the electronics materials company’s board in…
Materials shortages decrease at German manufacturers – Ifo
BERLIN (Reuters) – Materials shortages have decreased in Germany’s manufacturing sector, a survey by the Ifo economic institute published on Thursday showed. In January, 48.4% of the companies surveyed reported problems, down…
Eco-Groups Push For EVs, But Refuse To Back US Mining Projects For Necessary Materials
Eco-Groups Push For EVs, But Refuse To Back US Mining Projects For Necessary Materials Bronson Winslow on February 1, 2023 Environmental advocacy groups continue to oppose mining efforts within the US, despite…
CBP Agriculture Specialists Seize Prohibited Plant, Animal Materials, Issue $18K in Penalties at Laredo Port of Entry During Paisano Return Weekend
LAREDO, Texas—As the international bridges at Laredo Port of Entry teemed with returning paisano traffic this weekend, and in order to prevent the inadvertent proliferation of pests and diseases, U.S. Customs and…
FBI Raided Overseas Chinese Government Police Station In New York, Seized Materials: REPORT
FBI Raided Overseas Chinese Government Police Station In New York, Seized Materials: REPORT Philip Lenczycki on January 13, 2023 FBI counterintelligence agents raided the New York office of an alleged overseas Chinese…
Venator Materials’ investor pushes for board change amid plummeting stock price
By Svea Herbst-Bayliss NEW YORK (Reuters) -An investor with a large stake in Venator Materials Plc has asked for board seats, criticizing the chemical company’s poor financial performance and a 96% drop…
Redwood Materials joins electric vehicle, battery trek to South Carolina
By Paul Lienert (Reuters) – Redwood Materials is the latest company to set up shop in South Carolina’s growing community of electric vehicle and battery manufacturers, the Carson City, Nevada-based firm said…
Germany entirely dependent on imports for 14 critical raw materials – study
BERLIN (Reuters) – Germany is highly dependent on imports for many crucial raw materials and often relies entirely on other countries to meet demand, according to a study seen by Reuters, which…
Tillamook County Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Unlawfully Transporting Explosive Materials
PORTLAND, Ore.—A Tillamook County, Oregon man was sentenced to federal prison today after he was found driving a stolen vehicle while possessing explosive materials housed in a metal bottle. Robert David Larsen,…
Former Hillsborough County Elementary School Head Custodian Sentenced For Receiving And Possessing Child Sexual Abuse Materials
Tampa, Florida– U.S. District Judge Charlene Honeywell has sentenced Charles Currie (66, Tampa) to eight years and one month in federal prison, followed by 15 years of supervised release, for receipt and…
Michigan Department Of Education Provided Educators With Materials On How To Create A ‘Gay Straight Alliance’ Club
Michigan Department Of Education Provided Educators With Materials On How To Create A ‘Gay Straight Alliance’ Club Reagan Reese on November 25, 2022 The Michigan Department of Education (MDOE) promoted resources for…
Tarpon Springs Man Charged With Distributing And Possessing Sexual Abuse Materials
Tampa, Florida –United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announces the return by a grand jury of an indictment charging Ian Grantz (24, Tarpon Springs) with distribution of sexual abuse materials and possession…
Redwood Materials to supply cathode material to Panasonic U.S. battery plant
By Paul Lienert (Reuters) – Panasonic Corp will buy remanufactured battery cathode material from Redwood Materials, beginning in 2025, for the Japanese battery maker’s new Kansas plant, the companies said on Tuesday.…
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