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- 1Trump administration allows killing of endangered species▼Trump administration says developers, loggers can kill endangered species
The Trump administration has issued a new policy stating that developers and loggers may kill endangered species, drawing criticism from conservation groups. Critics say the rule weakens protections under the Endangered Species Act and prioritises industry over wildlife, while supporters argue it reduces regulatory burdens on construction and timber activities.
- 2Australian datacentre backlash called a US import●"Australian backlash to datacentres is faux import from US, officials say: ‘We are not the United States’" Well "Officia
Australian officials have dismissed local opposition to datacentres as a 'faux import' from the United States, arguing that 'we are not the United States'. Critics counter that the backlash is genuine and accuse pro-datacentre figures of being industry-linked rather than neutral officials, with claims that political donations to Labor are helping fast-track datacentre construction. The dispute has sparked debate over whether Australia's concerns mirror genuine US grievances about water, energy and land use, or an imported political argument.