Jon Jones successfully defended his heavyweight championship by defeating former two-time champ Stipe Miocic via third-round TKO at UFC 309, showcasing his wrestling advantage and finishing Miocic with a spinning heel kick to the liver. In the co-main event, Charles Oliveira outpointed Michael Chandler over five rounds to secure his place in line for the next shot at the lightweight title, displaying his grappling prowess and surviving a late onslaught from Chandler to hang on for the win. Additionally, on the preliminary portion of the event, Bronx native Ramiz Brahimaj knocked out Mickey Gall in the first round of their welterweight clash, while Jim Miller secured a first-round victory with a guillotine choke in his record-extending 45th appearance for the promotion.
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Senate votes to overturn EPA rule that limits 7 hazardous air pollutants
The Senate voted 52-46 to overturn an EPA rule aimed at limiting seven hazardous air pollutants from heavy industry, marking a historic weakening of the Clean Air Act. Introduced by Republican Sen. John Curtis, the resolution argues that the rule, which required major polluters to maintain strict controls, hindered technological progress in pollution reduction. Environmental advocates condemned the decision, warning it poses significant health risks, particularly to children, by allowing industrial facilities to release toxic...
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