Donald Trump, in a move with significant environmental implications, revoked a key 2009 scientific finding that underpinned US climate change regulations, according to Euronews. The decision, announced by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), cancels the "endangerment finding" that declared carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases as threats to public health and welfare. This action represents Trump's most substantial effort to dismantle climate regulations to date, as reported by Euronews.
The 2009 finding served as the legal basis for numerous climate rules under the Clean Air Act. This reversal could have far-reaching consequences for the US's ability to regulate greenhouse gas emissions.
In other news, Europe's most powerful rocket, Ariane 64, successfully launched from the European spaceport in Kourou, French Guiana, carrying 32 satellites for Amazon's Leo network, as detailed by Euronews. This maiden launch of the Ariane 64, named for its four boosters, aims to rival Elon Musk's Starlink. Amazon, founded by Jeff Bezos, is the primary commercial partner for the Ariane 6.
Meanwhile, Rivian experienced a mixed financial year in 2025, as reported by TechCrunch. While the company's total revenue increased to $5.38 billion, up from $4.97 billion the previous year, automotive revenue decreased by 15% to $3.8 billion. However, Rivian's software and services revenue surged more than threefold to $1.55 billion, largely due to a joint venture with Volkswagen Group.
In a curious development, Waymo, the autonomous vehicle company, faced an unexpected issue, as reported by TechCrunch. DoorDash drivers were reportedly offered payment to close the doors of Waymo vehicles that had been left open by passengers. One driver was offered $6.25 to drive less than a mile to close a Waymo door, highlighting a technological challenge for the driverless vehicles.
Finally, a parliamentary committee in France unveiled a plan to address the country's declining birth rate, sparking debate and skepticism, according to Euronews. The government's initiative includes sending letters to adults aged 29 and over about infertility. Lucie, a 27-year-old, expressed her unease, stating, "I found the approach extremely awkward and it's not the right way at all to raise awareness." The proposals have proven divisive, with experts and the public expressing doubts about their effectiveness.
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