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Progressive Lawmakers in US and Japan Demand No-First-Use Policy on Nukes
The lawmakers argued that “a no-first-use policy would increase protection against a nuclear attack.”
As Europe Turns Away From Russian Oil, Gas Exporters’ Global Clout Is Increasing
Increased global reliance on natural gas is upending energy geopolitics and enabling new actors to take leading roles.
Biden’s Refugee Plan Is Insufficient Amid Crises in Ukraine and Afghanistan
The processing of refugees continues to be bogged down by staffing shortages and a denuded infrastructure.
Waste Incinerators May Be Spreading “Forever Chemicals” Through the Air
Research suggests waste incinerators are contributing to airborne PFAS pollution, which U.S. regulators aren't tracking.
UN Weather Agency Sounds Alarm on Extreme Events in Antarctica
Scientists said “freakish warming at Earth's South Pole” should not be taken “for granted.”
More Than 50 Groups Slam GOP for “Baseless and Harmful Attacks” on Judge Jackson
The organizations accused GOP senators of “inappropriate and knowingly misleading attacks” on Ketanji Brown Jackson.
House Approves Marijuana Legalization Bill With Racial Justice Provisions
Democrats could give President Joe Biden the historic opportunity to finally end federal prohibition of cannabis.
More Than 80 Candidates in 2022 Primaries Are Spreading Trump’s “Big Lie”
Offices being vied for include governor, attorney general and secretary of state.
GOP Lawmakers Are Trying to Prevent Students From Learning About Reconstruction
Guardians of the status quo have always sought to hide Reconstruction’s unprecedented advancements for Black people.
New York Amazon Workers Vote to Form Union in Historic First
The win will send shockwaves across the country and could serve as a catalyst for the burgeoning labor movement.