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Largest Wildfire in Texas History Foretells Future of Worsening Climate Disaster
The Smokehouse Creek fire is the largest in the state's history with over 1 million acres burned and counting.
Drug Shortage Is Hampering Efforts to Rein In Alarming Surge of Syphilis Cases
Health experts say federal health authorities have failed to prevent this predictable emergency.
Data Disproves Right-Wing Talking Points About Migrant Crime
Many studies have shown that crime rates are lower among immigrants than among U.S.-born residents.
More Palestinian Children Die of Starvation as Israel Continues to Block Aid
Critics call Biden's aid airdrops “humanitarian aid theatre” that does little to end Israeli bombardment and starvation.
Casar Calls for Probe of Election Rigging in Wake of US-Backed Coup in Pakistan
The new government comes to power after the US pressured Pakistan to remove popular Prime Minister Imran Khan.
CVS and Walgreens Will Start Selling Abortion Pills This Month
Eventually, both pharmacies will make mifepristone available in all states where abortion is legal.
Biden EPA Exempts Gas-Fired Power Plants From New Regulations
Environmental activists accused the administration of caving to fossil fuel industry pressure.
Just 2 US Lawmakers Sign International Statement Demanding Israel Arms Embargo
Reps. Cori Bush and Rashida Tlaib were among 200 lawmakers who issued the demand in the wake of the latest IDF massacre.
Sanders Slams Pentagon After Report Finds Agency Lacks Basic Fraud Avoidance
The agency’s lack of simple fraud prevention exists despite the defense industry being rife with fraud.
Millions Plan to Take Part in Global March Calling for Israeli Ceasefire in Gaza
Israel’s genocide in Gaza has killed over 30,000 Palestinians so far, with thousands more buried under the rubble.