IJR News — today's news from every sideHerc Rentals Guide Weighs Electric, Diesel Scissor Lift Options — 1dThe articles emphasize selecting the right scissor lift by understanding the main types—electric, rough terrain, and diesel—and weighing a project’s specifics such as application, overhead clearance, ground conditions, weight, and working height to ensure safety and efficiency. They also note that rough terrain models offer features like 4WD, oscillating axles, deep tread tires, higher ground clearance and tilt sensors to handle slopes, while staying within weight limits is crucial to prevent tipping.
Rachel Meyers Rough terrain models with 4WD and higher clearance save time when the ground is uneven, though they cost more to rent and maintain.
Obama launches six-episode Audible podcast — Aug 10, 2026President Barack Obama is launching a six-episode Audible podcast, A Great Book, where he will discuss six influential titles with guest luminaries; the series debuts September 24, 2026, exclusively on Audible through the Higher Ground collaboration, with guests to be announced later. The selected books include The Fire Next Time, Song of Solomon, All the Pretty Horses, Gilead, All the King’s Men, and Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy, reflecting conversations about identity, power, and culture.
