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NAACP Challenges xAI's Memphis Data Center Over Pollution Fears
The NAACP is calling on Elon Musk's xAI to halt construction of the massive Colossus supercomputer data center in Memphis due to severe pollution concerns. The center, set in a historically Black neighborhood, faces criticism over its reliance on gas turbines, raising alarms about air quality and health risks. As xAI defends the project citing economic benefits and temporary measures, community organizations emphasize environmental racism and demand urgent action.
Apr 14, 2026
EPA's Chemical Panel Candidate List Features Controversial Return of Industry Ties
The EPA is shaking things up by seeking candidates for its Science Advisory Committee on Chemicals, crucial for guiding chemical risk evaluations. Among the 29 candidates is Michael Dourson, a figure from Trump's era known for minimizing chemical risks, alongside experts from Tesla and NASA. This selection raises eyebrows about the impacts of industry influence on public health policies.
Apr 13, 2026
Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos Intensify Space Race for Lunar Dominance
Elon Musk's SpaceX and Jeff Bezos's Blue Origin are in a fierce competition to land humans on the Moon, with NASA's Artemis program as the battleground. SpaceX leads with its Starship lunar lander, while Blue Origin fights back with its Blue Moon project despite earlier legal battles. The stakes are high as both companies vie for contracts and national prestige, in a modern-day "space race."