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Billionaires Made More Money in 2017 Than Any Other Year in History
Billionaires inheriting their wealth is a trend that will accelerate over 20 years.
Energy Transfer: New Name, Same Oil Spills and Violence Against Protesters
Battles over new pipelines involving Energy Transfer, formerly known as Energy Transfer Partners, are heating up.
Air Pollution Causes Up to 33 Million ER Visits for Asthma Annually
A new study is the first to look at the global asthma burden's connection to dirty air.
California Neo-Nazi Group Members Arrested for Role in Violence at Rallies
The leader of California neo-Nazi gang, “Rise Above Movement,” was arrested Tuesday in Los Angeles.
Pipe Bombs Point to How Trump’s Rhetoric Emboldens Violence
Federal authorities have launched an investigation after pipe bombs were sent to a number of prominent Democrats.
Trump Blames Media for Package Bombs
“Trump's message to the media (and I guess Democrats): If you criticize me, you'll get more bombs,” said Igor Volsky.
Why a National Health System Is Needed to Slow the Opioid Crisis
A system that views health care as a commodity and patients as consumers will never overcome the crisis.
House Democrats Could End Federal Marijuana Ban in 2019. Will They?
If Democrats don't make bold moves, President Trump could take credit for ending federal prohibition.
The US Tested Bombs on the Marshall Islands. Now, Victims Are Seeking Justice.
Marshallese suffer from “alarming” cancer rates due to US nuclear weapons testing on their islands.
“We’re Not Migrating, We’re Fleeing”: Hondurans’ Perilous Journey North
Unemployment, starvation and violence born of desperation is driving people north in search of work and safety.