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Surprising New Findings Point to “Perfect Storm” Brewing in Your Financial Future
If current trends continue, our economic future could be very different from our recent past.
As Frac Sand Mining Expands, Community Activists Face Off Against Companies
It is up to Wisconsin communities to fight off powerful interests in frac sand mining.
Dahr Jamail | The Methane Monster Roars
The release of previously trapped methane stores into the atmosphere will magnify the effects of feedback loops and climate disruption.
Is Iran Undergoing a Political Shift?
Some interesting developments out of Iran are showing that a demand for popular power is growing.
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How Cuba Is Using Cooperatives to Decentralize Its Economy
With the recent announcement that the US will normalize relations with Cuba, change is in the air for the island country.
Thousands Massacred in Nigeria: Who Exactly Is Boko Haram?
Nigeria suffered a terrible terrorist attack on Thursday when Boko Haram insurgents raided the town of Baga.
Ethiopia, Seen by West as an Island of Stability, Is Guilty of State Terrorism in Ogaden
Ethiopia, a willing ally in the “war on terror,” is an egregious violator of human rights.
Putting $7 Trillion of Notional Value of Derivatives in Taxpayer-Backstopped Depositaries Will Cost Zero
why did Elizabeth Warren lose her battle to stop banks from parking $7 trillion notional value of risky derivatives in taxpayer-backstopped depositaries?
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Four Ways the West Got the Iran Nuclear Issue Wrong
The story of how suspicions of the Iranian program hardened into convictions is a cautionary tale.
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Seven Ways to Get Happy – Without Costing the Planet
The starting point is to realize we have choices - like meaningful work, authentic relationships and gratitude.