Washington Times

Southern California authorities have arrested two people in separate fire-starting incidents amid the deadly, days-long wildfire that has burned down Los Angeles County neighborhoods, killed 16 people, and forced thousands to evacuate. … [Read more...] about Arson arrests grow as Los Angeles battles sprawling blaze

President-elect Trump is pushing for the United States to become the world leader in producing advanced microchips, an industry now dominated by Taiwan that analysts say produces an estimated 90% of advanced semiconductors. … [Read more...] about Trump opposes to U.S. subsidies for Taiwanese semiconductor giant TSMC

The United Arab Emirates has emerged as a global hub for cryptocurrency and blockchain innovation, offering what boosters say is a model for the incoming Trump administration on how clear regulations and strategic investment can drive growth in the booming but volatile digital finance sector. … [Read more...] about As the Trumps watch, UAE makes aggressive bid to be global crypto pacesetter

New Mexico environmental officials demanded Cannon Air Force Base justify its operating permit and pay nearly $100,000 over a chemical spill last summer. … [Read more...] about New Mexico wants to fine Cannon Air Force Base nearly $100K for chemical spill