Today at Squirrel News, we’re talking about the cycling revolution in Paris, a unique initiative in Connecticut helping parents and caregivers manage the rising cost of childcare, and a green energy milestone in Texas as solar power outperforms coal for the first time ever.
Thanks to the construction of a large number of cycleways, the journey from the suburbs to the city centre, particularly during peak hours, has seen a big transformation.
Childcare workers enjoy free housing benefits in Connecticut programme
Child care in the United States faces a significant crisis marked by exorbitant costs for parents and inadequate wages for caregivers. In Connecticut, a new solution is being implemented to address this issue by offering rent-free housing for individuals dedicated to caring for young children.
Solar outperformed coal in Texas during March for the first time ever
Solar energy contributed 3.26 million megawatt-hours (MWh) to the grid, outshining coal’s 2.96 million MWh output. Additionally, ERCOT’s generation data unveiled another landmark achievement: coal’s market share plummeted below 10% for the first time, settling just above 9%.
Financial regulator shifts focus to addressing healthcare debt
While the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau has traditionally focused on regulating mortgage brokers, student loan companies, and banks, its attention is now turning towards the healthcare sector – expanding its efforts to safeguard patients and promote transparency.
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library to extend statewide across Virginia
The renowned country singer’s literacy programme is set to broaden its reach across Virginia, offering children up to the age of 5 the opportunity to receive one free book each month delivered directly to their homes through the mail.
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Stretching across thousands of acres in California’s South Bay, salt ponds create a sprawling mosaic – but a monumental 50-year restoration project is currently in progress.
