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Ukrainian Officials Accuse Russia of Carrying Out “Deliberate Massacre” in Bucha
Images of what appear to be dead civilians lying in the streets of Bucha, Ukraine, have sparked global outrage.
The West’s Tax Loopholes Render Sanctions on Russian Oligarchs Moot
The U.S. wealth defense industry hasn’t just been helping Russian oligarchs hide their fortunes.
States Legislators Can Usher In an Anti-Racist, Equitable Recovery. Here’s How.
Billions in unspent federal pandemic aid can be used to uplift and invest in struggling communities.
Progressive Lawmakers in US and Japan Demand No-First-Use Policy on Nukes
The lawmakers argued that “a no-first-use policy would increase protection against a nuclear attack.”
As Europe Turns Away From Russian Oil, Gas Exporters’ Global Clout Is Increasing
Increased global reliance on natural gas is upending energy geopolitics and enabling new actors to take leading roles.
Biden’s Refugee Plan Is Insufficient Amid Crises in Ukraine and Afghanistan
The processing of refugees continues to be bogged down by staffing shortages and a denuded infrastructure.
Waste Incinerators May Be Spreading “Forever Chemicals” Through the Air
Research suggests waste incinerators are contributing to airborne PFAS pollution, which U.S. regulators aren't tracking.
UN Weather Agency Sounds Alarm on Extreme Events in Antarctica
Scientists said “freakish warming at Earth's South Pole” should not be taken “for granted.”
More Than 50 Groups Slam GOP for “Baseless and Harmful Attacks” on Judge Jackson
The organizations accused GOP senators of “inappropriate and knowingly misleading attacks” on Ketanji Brown Jackson.
House Approves Marijuana Legalization Bill With Racial Justice Provisions
Democrats could give President Joe Biden the historic opportunity to finally end federal prohibition of cannabis.