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Federal judge lifts Trump administration's halt of offshore wind farm project that's nearly complete

A federal judge ruled Monday that a nearly complete offshore wind project halted by the administration can resume, dealing President Donald Trump a setback in his ongoing effort to restrict the U.S. offshore wind industry

The Independent UK

A Bad Look—Buffalo Bills Owner Sparks Outrage After Being Photographed On $100 Million Yacht After Getting Public Financing For New Stadium

Billionaire Buffalo Bills owner Terry Pegula is in the center of unwanted controversy after being photographed on a yacht off Newport, Rhode Island. Normally, billionaires on yachts isn't news, but billionaire Pegula is getting $850 million from taxpayers to build a new football stadium.

Benzinga

Meet the struggling saltmarsh sparrow – and the band of volunteers trying to save it

In this week’s newsletter: a new Guardian documentary tells the story of a Rhode Island bird at risk, and what it takes to save a species

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‘The Conjuring’ house in Rhode Island to be auctioned off on Halloween

The Independent UK

‘A little bit of joy’: can tiny rafts save endangered sparrows from rising seas?

In Rhode Island, a small team of researchers and volunteers is fighting, against the odds, to save saltmarsh sparrows from extinction as their chicks drown in ever higher tides

The Guardian - UK

New ‘Taylor Swift Tax’ on Vacation and Second Homes: Is Your Home Next?

An upcoming tax on luxury vacation homes is garnering attention on social media. Could a similar property tax land in your state soon?

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Rhode Island and Connecticut sue over Trump administration’s wind farm halt

States claim Revolution Wind project was stopped illegally, threatening jobs, clean energy and billions in investments

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Energy company Orsted sues Trump administration for stopping work on major offshore wind farm

The developer of an offshore wind farm that would power 350,000 homes in Rhode Island and Connecticut is suing the Trump administration for halting construction

The Independent UK

Insider Reveals Possible Destination For Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce’s Wedding

An insider has claimed that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding destination is the US state of Rhode Island, Page Six reports.

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Taylor Swift ‘tax’ goes mainstream: US states target luxury second homes

Rhode Island’s new levy on €1 million-plus holiday homes—dubbed the "Taylor Swift tax”—is inspiring copycats, as policymakers hunt for cash for housing and try to curb "lights-out" neighbourhoods.

Euronews

'Original Transmission': Expert Comes Across a 2009 Toyota Tacoma. Then He's Shocked When He Checks the Mileage

Toyota trucks have long had a reputation for longevity, but even that doesn’t quite prepare you for seeing a Tacoma with more than 620,000 miles and its original transmission still kicking. That’s what one Rhode Island salesman stumbled across at his dealership, and the internet couldn’t look away.

Motor1

Devon Flanagan Suspended for Six Months After Viral 'You'll Regret This!' Meltdown — Still Hasn't Apologised

Devon Flanagan has been suspended for six months after his viral 'You'll regret this!' outburst. Despite backlash and disciplinary action, he has yet to issue a public apology.

International Business Times UK

'America's nicest judge' Frank Caprio to be honored at public memorial services in Rhode Island

People from all over the world are expected to pay tribute to Frank Caprio, a retired Rhode Island municipal judge who found online fame as an empathetic jurist and host of “Caught in Providence.”

The Independent UK

8 Coupons That Are Only Valid in Select New England States

Most people assume coupons are valid nationwide, but some deals come with surprising regional restrictions. In New England, a handful of offers are only redeemable in certain states, leaving shoppers scratching their heads. Whether it’s due to distribution agreements, store policies, or state laws, these coupons can save you money—but…

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Rhode Island prosecutor put on unpaid leave after warning ‘You’re gonna regret this’ during arrest

A Rhode Island state prosecutor was put on unpaid leave for six months after she was captured on police body camera footage warning one of the officers who were arresting her on a trespassing charge that he was “gonna regret it.”

The Independent UK

Democrats ask Trump to resume a major offshore wind project near Rhode Island

The Democratic governors of Rhode Island and Connecticut, members of Congress and union workers are calling on the Trump administration to allow a major offshore wind project to move forward

The Guardian - UK

Ørsted shares at all-time low after Trump halts work on US windfarm

Shares drop by 17% after stop-work order on $1.5bn project off Rhode Island, which was 80% complete

The Guardian - US

States vow to fight Trump official’s stop-work order on offshore wind farm

Rhode Island and Connecticut officials say project, slated to power 350,000 homes, is essential to their climate goals

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Trump halts work on New England offshore wind project that's nearly complete

The Trump administration has halted construction on an offshore wind project near Rhode Island that is 80% complete

The Independent UK

Frank Caprio, Rhode Island judge who drew a huge online audience with his compassion, dies at age 88

Retired Providence, Rhode Island, Municipal Court Judge Frank Caprio, who found online fame as a caring jurist and host of ”Caught in Providence″ died Tuesday

The Independent UK

Rhode Island prosecutor under review after warning 'you're gonna regret this' during arrest

A Rhode Island prosecutor is under review after police body camera footage recorded her warning officers that they would regret arresting her

International Business Times UK

Did Devon Hogan Flanagan Get Fired From the Attorney General's Office? Quick Facts On Prosecutor Who Went Wild After Arrest

Devon Hogan Flanagan, a Rhode Island Assistant AG, was arrested after a viral clash with police. Here's what we know about her job status and charges.

The Independent UK

Rhode Island assistant Attorney General arrested for alleged trespassing

An assistant attorney general told police "You're going to regret this" during her arrest for allegedly trespassing.

International Business Times UK

Devon Flanagan Arrest Explained: Did the Rhode Island Assistant Attorney General Threaten Police Over a Body-Cam Dispute?

Arrest of Rhode Island Assistant AG Devon Flanagan: body-cam demand, 'You'll regret this' remark, and internal review fuel police controversy.

Tom’s Hardware

ChatGPT 5 power consumption could be as much as eight times higher than GPT 4 — research institute estimates medium-sized GPT-5 response can consume up to 40 watt-hours of electricity

Estimates from the University of Rhode Island's AI lab suggest OpenAI's more capable GPT 5 could consume up to 45 GWh per day. But researchers may be wrong.

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