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Fox News
a day ago
- Business
- Fox News
AK lawmakers claim ‘victory' as feds begin reversal of ‘illegal' Biden rule restricting ANWR oil and gas
Alaska's congressional delegation praised President Donald Trump and Interior Secretary Doug Burgum for starting the process of rescinding a Biden-era rule that restricted oil and gas exploration in the resource-rich Section 1002 of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR). Sen. Dan Sullivan said Burgum announced the move at a town hall in Utqiagvik (formerly Barrow) at the northern tip of the vast state, where local natives applauded because they "understand better than anyone" why responsible oil production is key to their communities' livelihood. Sullivan called the Biden-era rule "illegal" and said it turned vast swaths of an area originally intended for domestic energy production into "de facto wilderness." "Responsible resource development has transformed the lives of the Iñupiat people, supporting the construction of clinics, gymnasiums, water infrastructure—basic amenities most Americans take for granted," Sullivan said. Burgum said his agency determined the 2024 rule exceeded the federal government's bounds under a 1976 petroleum reserve law and also creates "unnecessary barriers to responsible energy development in the National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska." "Congress was clear: the National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska was set aside to support America's energy security through responsible development," he said, adding the prior rule "prioritized obstruction over production." Rep. Nick Begich III called the decision a "major victory" and said that he will work with Trump to ensure responsible resource development. "This is a victory not only for those who support responsible development, but also those who believe in the rule of law," added Sen. Lisa Murkowski. "The 2024 management rule clearly violated the law, establishing restrictions and a presumption against development as part of the last administration's effort to turn the North Slope into one giant tract of federal wilderness," she continued. "Repealing the rule will not weaken our world-class environmental standards, but it will enable Alaska to produce more energy as Congress intended. The result will be good jobs for Alaskans, more affordable energy for America, and significant new revenues for government." In January, Gov. Mike Dunleavy told Fox News Digital that a final, congressionally-mandated sale of land for development in ANWR was set up to fail – characterizing it as a parting shot by the last administration toward the Last Frontier. "These leases should be executed in good faith along the established historical processes. And obviously, the Biden administration in the past four years has just been brutal on Alaska," he said at the time, envisioning that the Trump administration would do just as Burgum announced this week. At the time, Murkowski also said that a now-former Interior official "openly admitted" during a working group that the process with which the restrictions were set upon ANWR was done in a way to intentionally circumvent the Congressional Review Act. That law was what allowed other Senate Republicans to undo several Biden-era EPA actions last month with a simple floor vote.
Scoop
2 days ago
- Business
- Scoop
Auckland Hospitality Scene Stands Strong: Lewisham Awards Demonstrate Resilience Of Auckland's Hospitality Scene
Press Release – Lewisham Awards Resilience and innovations was on show as Auckland Hospitalitys best came together on Sunday night for the annual Lewisham Awards. Finalists, judges and guests packed out the Viaduct Events Centre for an evening of recognition and celebration with … 1 June 2025 Best new establishment: First Mates Last Laugh. Double win for Panacea. Karangahape Road establishments' take out three categories. Nicola Richards of Monsoon Poon honored. Resilience and innovations was on show as Auckland Hospitality's best came together on Sunday night for the annual Lewisham Awards. Finalists, judges and guests packed out the Viaduct Events Centre for an evening of recognition and celebration with a time travellers theme. The makers of the city's best cocktail, cafe lattes and mince pies, assembled to acknowledge the achievements of the past year. 'Hospitality has continued to be challenging,' observers Dan Sullivan, Chairperson of the Awards Committee. 'That hasn't stopped innovation, dedication and ultimately success in this creative commercial industry'. Karangahape Road establishments featured heavily with a double win for Apero for best Chef and Wine, best central establishment for pasta restaurant Pici, as well as the emerging talent award for the cult following of Pie Rolla. Further off the beaten track were wins from Westhaven Marina located First Mates, Last Laughs for best new establishment, founded by Judith Tabron of Soul Bar fame, as well as Avondale based Tokos Tacos for best West Auckland establishment. Nicola Richards, owner of Monsoon Poon was honoured with the Hospitality Hero award, the popular Southeast Asian restaurant closed it's doors after almost 20 years of trading in early May. 'As an industry we're seeing hospitality owners demonstrate an understanding and application of community and connection. Not only are they creating memorable experiences, they're delivering them in such a way that guests want to come back to share it with others.' says Sullivan. LEWISHAM AWARD WINNERS 2025 Best Bartender – Theo Thjandra @ Truth or Dare/Goblin Best Beer Brewer – Hallertau Best Cafe – Duo Best Chef – Leslie @ Apero Best Cocktail Experience – Panacea Best Central Auckland Establishment – Pici Front of House – Sophie Ehan @ Gilt Hospo Hero – Nicola Richards @ Monsoon Poon Best Innovation – Everybody Eats East/Waiheke – Casita Miro Best North – Fantail & Turtle Best South – Mania Seafood Boil Best West – Tokos Tacos Best New Establishment – First Mates, Last Laughs Best Producer – Kumeu River Wines Best Sustainability – Panacea
Scoop
2 days ago
- Business
- Scoop
Auckland Hospitality Scene Stands Strong: Lewisham Awards Demonstrate Resilience Of Auckland's Hospitality Scene
Press Release – Lewisham Awards 1 June 2025 Best new establishment: First Mates Last Laugh. Double win for Panacea. Karangahape Road establishments' take out three categories. Nicola Richards of Monsoon Poon honored. Resilience and innovations was on show as Auckland Hospitality's best came together on Sunday night for the annual Lewisham Awards. Finalists, judges and guests packed out the Viaduct Events Centre for an evening of recognition and celebration with a time travellers theme. The makers of the city's best cocktail, cafe lattes and mince pies, assembled to acknowledge the achievements of the past year. 'Hospitality has continued to be challenging,' observers Dan Sullivan, Chairperson of the Awards Committee. 'That hasn't stopped innovation, dedication and ultimately success in this creative commercial industry'. Karangahape Road establishments featured heavily with a double win for Apero for best Chef and Wine, best central establishment for pasta restaurant Pici, as well as the emerging talent award for the cult following of Pie Rolla. Further off the beaten track were wins from Westhaven Marina located First Mates, Last Laughs for best new establishment, founded by Judith Tabron of Soul Bar fame, as well as Avondale based Tokos Tacos for best West Auckland establishment. Nicola Richards, owner of Monsoon Poon was honoured with the Hospitality Hero award, the popular Southeast Asian restaurant closed it's doors after almost 20 years of trading in early May. 'As an industry we're seeing hospitality owners demonstrate an understanding and application of community and connection. Not only are they creating memorable experiences, they're delivering them in such a way that guests want to come back to share it with others.' says Sullivan. LEWISHAM AWARD WINNERS 2025 Best Bartender – Theo Thjandra @ Truth or Dare/Goblin Best Beer Brewer – Hallertau Best Cafe – Duo Best Chef – Leslie @ Apero Best Cocktail Experience – Panacea Best Central Auckland Establishment – Pici Front of House – Sophie Ehan @ Gilt Hospo Hero – Nicola Richards @ Monsoon Poon Best Innovation – Everybody Eats East/Waiheke – Casita Miro Best North – Fantail & Turtle Best South – Mania Seafood Boil Best West – Tokos Tacos Best New Establishment – First Mates, Last Laughs Best Producer – Kumeu River Wines Best Sales Experience – Gina Nicholls @ Tickety Boo Best Sustainability – Panacea Best Wine – Apero Content Sourced from Original url
Scoop
2 days ago
- Business
- Scoop
Auckland Hospitality Scene Stands Strong: Lewisham Awards Demonstrate Resilience Of Auckland's Hospitality Scene
1 June 2025 Best new establishment: First Mates Last Laugh. Double win for Panacea. Karangahape Road establishments' take out three categories. Nicola Richards of Monsoon Poon honored. Resilience and innovations was on show as Auckland Hospitality's best came together on Sunday night for the annual Lewisham Awards. Finalists, judges and guests packed out the Viaduct Events Centre for an evening of recognition and celebration with a time travellers theme. The makers of the city's best cocktail, cafe lattes and mince pies, assembled to acknowledge the achievements of the past year. 'Hospitality has continued to be challenging,' observers Dan Sullivan, Chairperson of the Awards Committee. 'That hasn't stopped innovation, dedication and ultimately success in this creative commercial industry'. Karangahape Road establishments featured heavily with a double win for Apero for best Chef and Wine, best central establishment for pasta restaurant Pici, as well as the emerging talent award for the cult following of Pie Rolla. Further off the beaten track were wins from Westhaven Marina located First Mates, Last Laughs for best new establishment, founded by Judith Tabron of Soul Bar fame, as well as Avondale based Tokos Tacos for best West Auckland establishment. Nicola Richards, owner of Monsoon Poon was honoured with the Hospitality Hero award, the popular Southeast Asian restaurant closed it's doors after almost 20 years of trading in early May. 'As an industry we're seeing hospitality owners demonstrate an understanding and application of community and connection. Not only are they creating memorable experiences, they're delivering them in such a way that guests want to come back to share it with others.' says Sullivan. LEWISHAM AWARD WINNERS 2025 Best Emerging Talent - Lewis Mazza-Carson @ Pie Rolla's Best Bartender - Theo Thjandra @ Truth or Dare/Goblin Best Beer Brewer - Hallertau Best Cafe - Duo Best Chef - Leslie @ Apero Best Cocktail Experience - Panacea Best Central Auckland Establishment - Pici Front of House - Sophie Ehan @ Gilt Hospo Hero - Nicola Richards @ Monsoon Poon Best Innovation - Everybody Eats East/Waiheke - Casita Miro Best North - Fantail & Turtle Best South - Mania Seafood Boil Best West - Tokos Tacos Best New Establishment - First Mates, Last Laughs Best Producer - Kumeu River Wines Best Sales Experience - Gina Nicholls @ Tickety Boo Best Sustainability - Panacea
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Alaska senators have a chance to protect Medicaid and safeguard vital services for Alaska's youth
U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan gives an annual address to the Alaska State Legislature on Mar 20, 2025 (Photo by Corinne Smith/Alaska Beacon) After Alaska's U.S. Rep. Nick Begich cast a vote to advance a budget reconciliation package that would be catastrophic for Alaska, we are counting on our senators to step up. With a narrow balance of power in the U.S. Senate, if U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan has the courage to work with Sen. Lisa Murkowski, he can help stop this unprecedented attack on health care and core Medicaid services. President Donald Trump and Republicans are trying to cancel Alaskans' Medicaid health coverage to finance tax cuts for the ultra-wealthy, and those elitists will succeed if our senators don't fight back. Alaska has one of, if not the highest rates of suicide, child abuse, domestic abuse, and sexual assault in the nation. Many of the victims utilize services that are funded by Medicaid. This may include individualized therapy and family therapy, intensive behavioral support in community and school settings, case management that secures outside resources for families in need such as food stamps, housing, therapeutic foster care placements, and reunification with families or adoption. Without access to these services, Alaska's suicide rates could climb, crime rates could increase, and more children could enter foster care without the supportive treatment they need to navigate their trauma. As a frontline mental and behavioral health worker, I worry for the youth I serve and how lack of available services and strained capacity will impact their growth. I worry that in the future, I may see youth that I have served living on the streets, turn to drugs to cope, or succumb to suicide. This month, Anchorage lost the Crisis Recovery Center that provided emergency care to teens experiencing mental health crises. Can we really afford to lose anything more? Our senators have the chance to ensure the youth of Alaska have a safe and stable future. Based on public statements, U.S. Republican Senators Murkowski, Lisa Collins of Maine, and Josh Hawley of Missouri all oppose cuts to Medicaid. Sullivan could be a deciding vote. Will he vote in lockstep to give Outside billionaires a tax cut financed by stealing Alaskans' health coverage, or will he stand up for his adopted state? The stakes could not be higher.
