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Chicago Tribune
18 hours ago
- Business
- Chicago Tribune
Former EPA administrator, activists react to 'One Big Beautiful Bill'
As President Donald Trump touts a bill currently making its way through Congress as a win for the public, a former regional Environmental Protection Agency administrator is prepared to see devastating cuts to the office that could negatively impact human health. 'It's proposing severe cuts to both the scientific work that EPA's Office of Research and Development does and to the agency as a whole,' said Debra Shore, former administrator for EPA Region 5. 'It would severely reduce the agency's ability to fulfill its mission of protecting public health and the environment.' As the 'One Big Beautiful Bill' Act has passed the U.S. House of Representatives and moved to the Senate, activists nationwide have worried about the consequences. Shore said it's heartbreaking to see public servants at the EPA go through these cuts, especially as the administration tries to make the 'One Big Beautiful Bill' seem like a win. 'I have never worked with a group of such smart, devoted professionals who had a shared sense of mission as EPA employees,' Shore said. 'I know that's the case across the agency. … They could be working for far higher salaries in many cases, but they are dedicated to the foundational mission of the EPA, which is to protect public health and the environment.' On Tuesday and Wednesday, the EPA posted on Facebook, saying it 'delivers for all Americans.' 'One Big Beautiful Bill is putting American workers, taxpayers and families first,' the EPA's Tuesday post said. 'Under (Trump), the U.S. can unleash American energy while ensuring we have the cleanest air, land and water on (Earth).' The bill eliminates hundreds of billions of dollars in Green New Deal tax credits, repeals former President Joe Biden administration's electric vehicle mandates, and opens federal lands and waters to oil, gas, coal, geothermal and mineral leasing, according to the EPA's Tuesday post. According to the Wednesday post, the bill also 'streamlines onerous permitting processes,' refills the Strategic Petroleum reserve and 'delivers certainty to energy producers, saves and creates energy jobs, lowers energy costs for families.' A spokesperson for Sen. Todd Young, R-Indiana, provided a statement about the bill Friday. 'Senator Young continues to have conversations with his colleagues and stakeholders about improving the House-passed bill and addressing our nation's debt and deficit challenges,' said Leah Selk, spokesperson for Young. Representatives for Sen. Jim Banks, R-Indiana, did not respond to a request for comment Friday. Within the bill, the White House would also have the ability to cut federal agencies and reduce workforce, Shore said. 'This is just an utter abrogation of Congress' authority and power,' Shore said. 'It requires an annual report of planned reorganizational moves, and it also streamlines the ability of any future president to rebuild federal agencies because of some of the language in it.' Susan Thomas, director of policy and press for Just Transition Northwest Indiana, said it's concerning that EPA is treating the 'One Big Beautiful Bill' like a win, especially on social media platforms that are easily accessible. 'No one can take any information for granted anymore,' Thomas said. 'You must do your own research with trusted sources because the amount of greenwashing that's coming down is so dangerous. … This is becoming increasingly difficult, but it's more important than ever.' Thomas and Gary Advocates for Responsible Development board member Carolyn McCrady are both worried about the effects that environmental justice communities will face if the bill passes the Senate. McCrady expects public health to worsen as a result of EPA rollbacks. An October report from Industrious Labs found that most residents in Gary are in the top 10% of U.S. residents most at-risk for developing asthma and at-risk of low life expectancy. In 2020, Indiana had a lung cancer rate of 72.5 per 100,000 people, with Lake County as one of the state's counties with the highest cancer mortality rates, according to the American Lung Association. A 2016 JAMA Network report also found Gary as one of the top five U.S. cities with the lowest life expectancy at one point. 'I think people are going to be sicker faster,' McCrady said. 'I don't think people will be able to be served in the medical community in the same way, because in Indiana, millions of people are going to lose their health insurance because of the Medicaid cuts.' Although McCrady believes the EPA cuts are devastating, she isn't surprised to see them included in 'One Big Beautiful Bill.' Cuts will continue to put communities like Gary at a greater disadvantage, McCrady said. Thomas also believes that Northwest Indiana's environmental justice communities will struggle as a result of the 'One Big Beautiful Bill.' 'They've already stripped away all of the environmental justice provisions that had taken years to recognize and acknowledge and to start to put in place,' Thomas said. 'This is just a very sad state that we're in.'
Buzz Feed
6 days ago
- Politics
- Buzz Feed
Why A Fascism Expert Fled Trump's America
A former Yale University professor has revealed why President Donald Trump's second term prompted her and her husband to leave the United States for Canada. Marci Shore, a scholar of totalitarianism, announced last month that she and her husband, tyranny expert Timothy Snyder, were moving to the University of Toronto. In an interview published Monday by The Guardian, Shore said she had become increasingly alarmed by what she sees as the normalization of extremism in U.S. politics, thanks to Trump's shamelessness and tactic of throwing wrongdoing 'all in your face.' Shore said she first considered leaving the U.S. after Trump's 2016 election win over Democratic rival Hillary Clinton, but Snyder felt they should stay. 'My fear is we're headed to civil war. There's a lot of guns. There's a lot of gun violence,' Shore warned. 'There's a habituation to violence that's very American, that Europeans don't understand.' Shore said people who voted for Trump in 2024 'had plenty of time to think about it, and they chose this. And that disgust, I couldn't shake that. I thought: 'People wanted this — and I don't want to have anything to do with this.''
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Wild Forward Signs Contract In Czech Extraliga
One of the Minnesota Wild's pending unrestricted free agents, Devin Shore, has signed a contract in the Czech Extraliga with the HC Sparta Praha. Shore, 30, recorded one goal and five points in 55 games for the Wild during the 2024-25 season. He was on a one-year contract worth $775,000. Advertisement He also recorded two goals and ten points in 15 games with the Iowa Wild of the American Hockey League (AHL) this season. Wild's Brock Faber Receives Norris Trophy Vote. Wild's John Hynes Receives Vote For Jack Adams Award. Wild AHL Head Coach Takes NHL Assistant Coaching Job With Vancouver Canucks. The 6-foot-1 forward has played in 498 career NHL games and recorded 52 goals, 92 assists, and 144 points in ten NHL seasons. He played on six different NHL teams and has now signed a contract in the Czech league. Photo Credit: Mar 29, 2025; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Wild center Devin Shore (19) shoots against the New Jersey Devils in the second period at Xcel Energy Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Amy Shore Elected to Crawford & Company® Board of Directors
Extending the Crawford Board to Three Women and Ten Directors ATLANTA, June 11, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Crawford & Company® (NYSE: CRD-A and CRD-B) is pleased to announce the appointment of Amy Shore, CPCU, CLU, as an independent director, effective June 6, 2025. A seasoned C-suite executive with over 30 years of leadership experience in the financial services industry, Shore brings a wealth of expertise in business transformation, customer experience and operational excellence. As chief transformation officer at Nationwide Insurance, Shore led enterprise-wide initiatives focused on sustainable operational improvements. Previously, as chief customer officer, she was responsible for enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty across a $60B enterprise, overseeing strategy and experience for over 14 million customers across eight business lines. "We are proud to welcome Amy to our Board of Directors. Her deep understanding of customer-centric innovation and transformation, combined with her proven leadership in regulated industries, makes her an exceptional addition to our board," says Rohit Verma, president and CEO. "Amy's insights will be invaluable as we continue to drive Crawford's envisioned future." A recognized thought leader, Shore is a frequent speaker on digital transformation and customer strategy and was a 2023 finalist for 50/50 Women on Boards' "50 Women to Watch for Boards." She holds a bachelor's degree in business administration from Bowling Green State University and has completed executive programs at Northwestern's Kellogg School and UC Berkeley. She brings to Crawford extensive governance experience. She currently serves as trustee and board chair of Bowling Green State University, and has previously chaired several key committees, including investment, compensation and financial affairs. She also holds board roles with the Columbus Symphony and has previously served with the United Way of Delaware County in Ohio. Jesse C. Crawford Jr., non-executive chair of the board, also expressed enthusiasm about the appointment. "I am excited to welcome Amy to our board. With over 30 years of experience in the P&C industry, her proven track record and strategic acumen will be invaluable as we strive to make Crawford the best company it can be for our clients, employees and shareholders. I look forward to working alongside her and seeing the impact she will undoubtedly make." About Crawford® Based in Atlanta, Crawford & Company (NYSE: CRD‐A and CRD‐B) is a leading global provider of claims management and outsourcing solutions to insurance companies and self‐insured entities with an expansive network serving clients in more than 70 countries. The Company's two classes of stock are substantially identical, except with respect to voting rights for the Class B Common Stock (CRD-B) and protections for the non-voting Class A Common Stock (CRD-A). More information is available at Tag: Crawford-Corporate, Crawford-Investor-News-and-Events View source version on Contacts Media Contacts: mediarelations@ Lynn Cufley+44 7585 Katie Cline+1 470 792
Scotsman
31-05-2025
- Health
- Scotsman
Three ways bedtime stories benefit your child, according to sleep scientist
This timeless bedtime tradition is also backed by science 😴 Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... As well as being a great way for parents and children to connect, bedtime stories can really help them One sleep scientist says they can greatly improve sleep quality Nighttime reading can also play a part in helping them process the day and regulate their mood Another of its benefits is a key skill kids will need at school Tucking your child in for a bedtime story can benefit them in all kinds of different ways - many of which last long after the last page has turned. May was National Share-a-Story Month, an annual, UK-wide celebration of storytelling, literacy, and the power of sharing a good story with your child. But just because the month is drawing to a close, that doesn't mean that the storybook has to. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Sleep expert Hannah Shore, head of sleep science at online bedding retailer Mattress Online, says bedtime stories can play a big role in supporting children's sleep and wellbeing. But they also have all kinds of other impacts, she said, making them a beneficial part of any family's nighttime routine. Here are a few of the key ways she says they can help your child - at bedtime and beyond: Bedtime stories can do much more than just improve a child's sleep | (Image: National World/Adobe Stock) Three benefits of bedtime stories 1. Better sleep Making a habit of reading a story to your child before bed can help subconsciously give them a cue that it's time to go to sleep, Ms Shore said. 'A bedtime story is the go-to wind-down routine for lots of parents. Tried, tested and passed down through generations,' she continued. 'Having a good wind-down routine before bed allows the body and brain to relax and calm down. This calm time tells the body it should start to get ready for sleep, slowing down that heart rate, bringing that core body temperature down and relaxing the mind - all signals to help prompt the body to start producing sleep hormones, such as melatonin.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad On top of that, there were studies that backed this up. Establishing a calming bedtime routine as early as three months old can improve sleep outcomes later in life, a Sleep Research Society article found. These routines are associated with fewer night-time awakenings, fewer sleep problems, and longer overall sleep durations. In recent years, many were turning to screens at bedtime. But she said this could actually work against the body's natural sleep signals - with blue light from phones and tablets actually suppressing melatonin production, making it harder for children to fall and stay asleep. Children generally need more sleep than adults for healthy growth, the NHS advises, although the exact amount varies by age. This ranges from 11 to 14 hours per day for toddlers, to 9 to 12 hours for six to twelve-year-olds. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 2. Emotional regulations Part of what makes bedtime stories such an effective tool for sleep is their role in promoting relaxation and mental wellbeing, the sleep scientist continued. Stories could help children process their day and regulate their emotions - especially as a consistent part of their daily wind-down ritual. One US study even found that 'language-based' bedtime routines like storytelling could lead to a decline in behavioural problems, including anxiety, aggression and social withdrawal. 'In a world of distractions and screen time, the simple ritual of a bedtime story can be incredibly powerful,' Ms Shore continued. 'Not only does it support healthier sleep, but it also strengthens the bond between parent and child, creating a sense of safety and calm that's essential for emotional wellbeing.' 3. Boosting literacy Finally, reading stories regularly has been shown to significantly boost language skills in young children. This includes expanding their vocabulary, improving pronunciation, and even nurturing creativity. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Children exposed to consistent bedtime storytelling often demonstrate greater fluency, self-confidence, and academic readiness, another study found. In the UK, children enter Reception as young as four years old. Education experts say having a solid foundation in basic reading and writing skills can help ease their transition significantly. If you have an education story to share, we'd love to hear from you. You can now send your stories to us online via YourWorld at It's free to use and, once checked, your story will appear on our website and, space allowing, in our newspapers.
