News Analysis

A growing body of scientific evidence shows that the felling of tropical forests creates optimal conditions for the spread of mosquito-borne scourges.

Nineteen states currently allow school staff to paddle “noncompliant” students. Security staff may even use stun guns or mace.

It will be more difficult than ever to access a safe, legal abortion in Kentucky.

Clinton has judged that she can wait out public calls for her to release the transcripts of speeches to Goldman Sachs.

Only 15 percent of new chemical notices contain any information about the materials' impact on health.

It's a start in the slow path to justice for those who were victimized by lenders or caught in a financial trap.

ALEC's agenda would transform public education from an accountable institution that serves the public into one that serves private, for-profit interests.

Access to birth control has become politicized.

The two Democratic Party White House hopefuls agree on cutting back the after-tax incomes of the rich. They disagree significantly on how much.

There is a struggle among the major oil producers for maximum exposure in an overcrowded energy bazaar.