Category: Science & Tech
New Jersey Communities Expand Pushback as More Towns Move to Restrict AI Data Centers
A growing number of New Jersey communities are taking action against the expansion of artificial intelligence data centers, with four additional municipalities recently moving to restrict or temporarily halt new projects. The latest decisions highlight increasing concerns among local officials and residents about the impact these large facilities could have on energy resources, water supplies,…
New Jersey AFL-CIO Launches Major Artificial Intelligence Legislative Campaign as Automation Fears Grow Among Workers
The New Jersey State AFL-CIO has taken a significant step into the debate over artificial intelligence in the workplace, formally launching a legislative campaign aimed at protecting workers from the economic and labor disruptions that rapidly advancing AI technologies may bring to industries across the state. The campaign, announced alongside the union federation’s 2026 endorsements,…
Monroe Township Blocks Major AI Data Center Proposal After New Ban Takes Effect
A major proposed warehouse and data center development in Monroe Township, New Jersey, has officially been stopped after local officials denied the application, marking a significant moment in the growing debate over artificial intelligence data centers across the state. The decision came Tuesday night when the Monroe Township Planning Board rejected an application connected to…
N.J. Township Moves to Block AI Data Centers After Weeks of Public Backlash
A growing fight over artificial intelligence infrastructure in one New Jersey community has taken a dramatic turn after local officials announced plans to ban data centers across the township following weeks of public controversy and emotional community meetings. Officials in Andover Township, located in Sussex County, now say they are preparing to reverse earlier zoning…
New Jersey Township Moves to Block Future AI Data Center Projects After Resident Concerns Grow
Monroe Township in Gloucester County, New Jersey, has officially approved a set of new local laws that prohibit the development of data centers anywhere within the township limits, marking a strong policy decision in response to growing community concerns over large-scale technology facilities. The decision was finalized after several months of public meetings, discussions, and…
New Jersey Eyes Salem County for Future Nuclear Expansion Amid Rising Energy Demand
New Jersey is moving closer to expanding its nuclear energy footprint as state officials begin evaluating possible locations for new reactor development. The initiative comes at a time when electricity demand is climbing and pressure on the state’s power grid continues to grow. Governor Mikie Sherrill recently confirmed that one of the primary areas under…
Sudden Illness Among Bald Eagles in New Jersey Sparks State and Federal Probe
An unusual situation involving multiple sick bald eagles in Warren County, New Jersey has led to a joint investigation by state and federal wildlife authorities. The birds were discovered in a weakened condition over the span of several days, raising serious concerns among wildlife experts about a possible environmental or toxic exposure in the area….
Proposed AI Data Center at Former New Jersey Airport Sparks Community Tension
A potential plan to develop a large artificial intelligence-powered data center on the site of a former airport in Sussex County, New Jersey, is already creating strong reactions among local residents—even though no official proposal has been submitted yet. The situation in Andover Township highlights a growing national debate around the expansion of data infrastructure…
New Jersey Tightens Oversight as AI Data Centers Expand Across the State with New Proposed Rules and Limits
New Jersey is actively moving to strengthen control over the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence data centers while still encouraging tech-driven investment in the state. As demand for AI infrastructure grows, lawmakers are now introducing a series of proposals aimed at managing electricity consumption, water usage, environmental impact, and transparency in how these large facilities…
Two Full Moons in May 2026 to Brighten the Night Sky, Ending with a Rare Month-End Blue Moon
May 2026 is expected to offer skywatchers a special lunar experience, as two full moons will appear within the same calendar month. The event is drawing attention from astronomers and space enthusiasts because such occurrences are not very common and are often referred to as a “blue moon” situation in astronomy. The month will begin…