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Flint, Michigan, Saved Money and Poisoned Its Children: City Declares Water Emergency
We speak to Flint resident Melissa Mays. She and her three children have been diagnosed with lead and copper poisoning.
Five New Studies That Change Our Understanding of Permafrost
Why they matter, even if you don't live in the Arctic.
Great Lakes Could Face Similar Acidification Risk as the Seas
Acidification is not just for oceans. The Great Lakes could acidify, too, as our carbon emissions increase.
In Preparation to Join US Wars, Japan Dismantles Freedom of the Press
Since coming to power in 2012, PM Shinzo Abe embarked upon a war of attrition against press freedoms in Japan.
The United States’ Secret African Drone War Against ISIS
The Air Force has since taken steps to cover up the actions of the unit.
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Socialism Facilitates Human Liberation
In this most capitalist of countries, growing numbers are concluding that capitalism doesn't work.
Every Student Succeeds Act Still Leaves Most Vulnerable Kids Behind
ESSA emphasizes K to 12 accountability over root causes of educational inequality.
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Nuclear Power Is on the Wane, Despite Efforts of High-Profile Boosters
Regardless of what officials may say about nuclear energy's expansion potential, it's on its way out.
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Will the Supreme Court Free Albert Woodfox After 43 Years in Solitary?
Still in prison despite overturned conviction, Angola 3 member seeks justice from the nation's highest court.
Will Washington Greenlight Another Coup in Haiti?
After December's elections, Haiti could have yet another US backed president with a weak democratic mandate.