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South Carolina's 229-Acre White Tract Set for Permanent Conservation

A 229-acre tract in South Carolina will be permanently conserved after a 20-year fight against housing development. Environmental concerns over wetlands, wildlife, and water quality led to a settlement allowing the Open Space Institute to acquire land next to Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge. This marks a significant victory for conservation advocates dedicated to protecting this ecological area.

TOI Science··South Carolina

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Dangote Refinery Attracts $4.1 Billion in Africa's Largest IPO

Africa's largest refinery, Dangote Refinery, received about 5.85 trillion naira ($4.1 billion) in share applications during the continent's biggest initial public offering (IPO) to date. This amount is nearly three times the targeted capital raise, indicating strong investor interest, according to sources familiar with the matter.

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Ohio Woman Sentenced to 18 Months for Diverting $494K in Employee Taxes

Tammy Butdorf, 51, from Ohio, was sentenced to 18 months in federal prison for diverting $494,000 in employee tax payments to fund a luxury lifestyle. She was found guilty in federal court in Akron of failing to pay employment taxes withheld from workers at her husband's electrical contracting business.

TOI World··Akron

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Green Hydrogen Demand Slump Delays Electrolyser Projects to 2027

Weak demand for green hydrogen has caused nearly six companies to postpone commissioning their electrolyser manufacturing plants from December 2026 to August 2027. The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has allowed these companies to retain eligibility under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme. The delay is due to slower order flows as green ammonia projects under the government's green hydrogen program have not yet reached financial closure or placed orders.

Economic Times·

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Bansari replaces Savita in Indian women's hockey squad for Asian Champions Trophy

Veteran goalkeeper Savita Punia has been rested for the Asian Champions Trophy in Bhopal, with Bansari Solanki named as her replacement in the Indian women's hockey squad. The tournament runs from November 19 to 28 at the International Sports Complex, Nathu Barkheda, Bhopal. India, the defending champions, will start against Malaysia. Salima Tete continues as captain, and Bichu Devi Kharibam remains as the other goalkeeper.

Hindu Sport··Bhopal

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