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Climate Scientists Record First 12-Month Stretch Over 1.5 Degrees Celsius Target
The UN says that world leaders must curb emissions by 42 percent by 2030 to abide by the Paris climate agreement.
Sanders Casts Sole Democratic Vote Against Bill to Send $14B to Israel
“Hundreds of thousands of Palestinian children are literally starving to death” due to Israel, Sanders said.
Demonstrators Block Presidential Motorcade in NYC to Demand Ceasefire in Gaza
Wednesday was the first time since October 7 that Biden has made an appearance in New York City.
Pregnant Palestinians Are Trapped as Israel Assaults Southern Gaza
An Israeli invasion of Rafah could turn sprawling refugee camps into death traps for displaced Palestinians.
Iraq Condemns US for Drone Assassination of Militia Group Commander
Iraq officials warned that the US's repeated attacks are further inflaming regional tensions and risking civilian lives.
Haley Loses to “None of the Above” Option in Nevada GOP Primary
Haley campaign officials insist that she intends to remain in the race through “South Carolina and beyond.”
Crypto Mining May Use More Electricity Than the Entire State of Washington
Initial estimates say cryptocurrency mining could account for up to 2.3 percent of total annual US electricity use.
IRS Estimates $561B Tax Revenue Rise With Crackdown on Corporations and the Rich
Republicans have waged a multiyear effort to claw back the funding that allows the IRS to increase scrutiny on the rich.
Florida Advances Legislation That Would Quash Police Oversight Boards
Despite having no legal power in the state, these oversight committees’ impacts have already been felt.
Tlaib Unveils Bill Aimed at Stopping Congress Members From War Profiteering
Lawmakers should not stand to profit from war and military actions, Tlaib said.