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When Even the Conservative IEA Sounds an Alarm on Climate, the World Must Listen
The International Energy Agency (IEA) says governmental emission reduction pledges fall well short of what is required.
Manchin Bailed Out a Power Plant That Helps His Family Profit From Coal Waste
His family's coal company has an agreement worth up to $5 million with a coal-fired power plant in West Virginia.
Families of 9/11 Victims Tell Biden to Release Info or Stay Away From Memorials
Pressure is mounting on the state to declassify information on Saudi leaders' involvement in or support for the attacks.
Corporate Media Obscures Role of PAC Money in Driving Nina Turner’s Defeat
Corporate pundits are pushing the misleading notion that voters prefer moderate over progressive policy platforms.
Biden Promised a Workplace Safety Rule. Industry Got Him to Issue a Narrow One.
Biden's much-anticipated workplace safety rule excludes most workers — and some in the labor movement are not happy.
The UK Is Embarking on Largest Military Spending Hike Since the Cold War
Boris Johnson’s government seems to want to reach for military solutions even against recent allies.
Israel Lashes Out at Ben & Jerry’s for Boycott in Occupied Palestinian Territory
Ben & Jerry’s decision could be one of the most consequential victories of the BDS movement thus far.
Pelosi Opposed Student Loan Cancellation After Billionaire Ally’s Memo
The House speaker said last week that she believes the president doesn’t have the authority to cancel student debt.
Republicans Balk at Infrastructure Adding to Deficit After Opposing Pay-Fors
Republicans have rejected proposals to tax corporations and the rich and a proposal to enforce tax law on the rich.
Journalist Removed From McCarthy Presser Over Question on Jan 6 Commission
Journalist Grant Stern asked McCarthy why he opposed the formation of a commission to investigate the Capitol attack.