Day: September 28, 2024

Electric Vehicle Fires – A Red Herring
28 Sep

Electric Vehicle Fires – A Red Herring

Business
Despite the occasional headline about electric vehicle (EV) fires, data consistently shows that EVs are significantly less likely to catch fire than gasoline-powered cars. Several studies from around the world have confirmed that the fire risk for EVs is far lower than for vehicles using internal combustion engines (ICEs). This often surprises consumers, as media coverage tends to exaggerate the dangers of EV fires when they do happen. A study from AutoInsuranceEZ found that gas-powered cars are about ten times more likely to catch fire than electric vehicles. Their data showed that for every 100,000 sales, there were 1,529 fires…
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Message to the Congress on the Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Foreign Interference in or Undermining Public Confidence in United States Elections
28 Sep

Message to the Congress on the Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Foreign Interference in or Undermining Public Confidence in United States Elections

Politics
TO THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES: Section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)) provides for the automatic termination of a national emergency unless, within 90 days prior to the anniversary date of its declaration, the President publishes in the Federal Register and transmits to the Congress a notice stating that the emergency is to continue in effect beyond the anniversary date.  In accordance with this provision, I have sent to the Federal Register for publication the enclosed notice stating that the national emergency with respect to the threat of foreign interference in or undermining public confidence in…
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Mali National Day – United States Department of State
28 Sep

Mali National Day – United States Department of State

Politics
On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Mali on the 64th anniversary of your independence. Since that day, the United States has been a steadfast partner of the Malian people, helping to build a better future through cooperation in health, education, governance, security, and other key areas of mutual interest.  The United States recognizes the many sacrifices and lives lost due to violent extremist organizations this year.  We stand with the people of Mali in your efforts to achieve democracy, durable peace, and prosperity. I offer my best wishes to the people of Mali…
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