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Curbing the world’s demand for sand

It’s in hot demand to build everything from your smartphone to skyscrapers. They all use one thing in common, sand. Sand may seem like it’s in infinite supply, but reports warn the world needs to cut back. That’s now prompted some creative solutions from those hoping their small changes build a greater impact.

President Biden announces more aid for Ukraine

More U.S. military aid will soon be in the hands of Ukrainian forces. President Joe Biden announced a second $800 million aid package today. The shipment comes as Ukraine braces for a major Russian assault in the eastern Donbas region. Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin calls his troops’ siege of Mariupol “a success.”