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Toxic Chemical Causes Lung Disease in Producers and Users of Flavored E-Cigarettes
The best known of these chemicals is called diacetyl.
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How Dark Money Groups Can Get Away With Breaking the Law
Registered nonprofits are spending anonymous campaign cash on political ads, despite their tax-exempt status.
Canada’s Indigenous Bands Rise Up Against a Tar Sands Pipeline
TransCanada is proposing another pipeline, but fierce opposition from Canada's First Nation communities could derail this controversial project.
The US School That Trains Dictators and Death Squads
Abby Martin investigates the School of the Americas, the notorious school that is largely hidden from the public.
A Turning Point for the Climate or a Disaster? Michael Brune vs. George Monbiot on the Paris Accord
Under the deal, nations will make voluntary commitments to begin cutting emissions.
On the News With Thom Hartmann: The US Is on the Edge of Another Government Shutdown, and More
In today's On the News segment: We're once again on the edge of another government shutdown; 10 European nations have agreed to a “Robin Hood Tax” that will discourage …
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Native Americans Warn Native Hawaiians of the Dangers of Federal Recognition
Many people are unaware of the unique history of the United States' occupation of Hawai'i.
Greece’s Former President of Parliament on Why Syriza Party Broke Its Pledge to the People
A tool to reject austerity was not used, and in July, Syriza broke its promise to the Greek people.
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Defending Land and Community: Women on the Front Lines of Climate Justice
The following stories highlight some of the struggles and solutions proposed by grassroots women environmental activists.
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The Struggle Continues: Garifuna Land Defender Shot in Honduras
Attack occurred two weeks after court hearing against Canadian terrorism developer.