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“They Thought They’d Be Safe. They Were Wrong”: 20 Gazans Killed in Israeli Bombing of UN Shelter
Dozens of Palestinian civilians have been killed in the most intensive 48-hour bombardment of Gaza so far.
Violating International Law in Gaza
As Israel's assault claims the lives of hundreds of Palestinian children, there's no doubt that it's a form of collective punishment.
Obama Joins EU in Sanctioning Russia as Ukraine’s Civilian Death Toll Mounts
Writer Roger Annis discusses the West's plans to further isolate Russia and the Ukrainian governments embrace of austerity while civilians pay the price.
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Anti-Drone Activist’s One-Year Sentence Will Not Deter Movement
In her sentencing statement, Grady-Flores talked about one final perversion of justice: the reversal of who is the real victim.
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Federal Toxic Pollution Website Down for Months, Leaving Eco-Groups in the Dark
With a federal website listing thousands of toxic pollution reports scrapped due to a security breach, environmental watchdogs are without a crucial tool for holding polluters and government regulators …
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Protesters Stall an Oil Train for Hours at Anacortes, Washington
An act of civil disobedience on the refinery tracks brings three arrests.
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History Shows Why Guatemalans Flee
In the modern history of Guatemala, migrants of all ages are escaping the wreckage of genocide, exacerbated by economic policies, both of which the US helped bring about.
Dark Money Groups Dominate Independent Spending in House Toss-Up Races
Total outside spending in the 13 most competitive House districts added up to $5.3 million through June 30.
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Engines of Destruction
Maybe we are already on the eternal train of global capitalism that is taking us for a ride.
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