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Earth’s Upper Atmosphere Collapses – Nobody Knows Why
The thermosphere recently collapsed in an unexpectedly large contraction, the sheer size of which has scientists scratching their heads. An upper layer of Earth's atmosphere recently collapsed in an …
James Kwak | Hope
A number of people have asked me what I think about the financial reform bill that was finally passed by the Senate. I don't think I have much to …
Big Oil Makes War on the Earth: The Gulf Coast Joins an Oil-Soiled Planet
If you live on the Gulf Coast, welcome to the real world of oil — and just know that you're not alone. In the Niger Delta and the Ecuadorian …
Will Turkey Sever Ties With Israel?
Once allies, relations after Israel's raid on a Gaza-bound aid ship are at an all-time low. Istanbul - After the Israeli attack on a Gaza-bound aid ship in May, …
Taliban’s Mullah Omar Orders Attacks on Women, US Says
Arghandab, Afghanistan - U.S. intelligence officials say they have intercepted new orders from the Taliban's spiritual leader that call on insurgents to target women and Afghan civilians helping American-led …
Obama’s Done a Lot, but Gets Little Credit for It; Why?
Washington - Step by step, President Barack Obama is building a record of major legislation that's sure to make a mark on history. The most sweeping financial regulation since …
Democrats Avoid Budget Vote, Risk Losing Future Clout
As the federal deficit hits the $1 trillion mark, Democrats are attempting to avoid electoral fallout by approving an enforcement resolution instead of a full budget. By doing so, …
Taking Financial Reform Into Our Own Hands
Why we can’t let this financial reform bill be our only response to the economic crisis. With the passage of the financial reform bill, giant banks see a golden …
BP Continues Tests, but Can’t Guarantee Cap Will Succeed
Washington - BP will proceed with its delicate testing of its containment cap that could continue to keep oil from spewing into the Gulf of Mexico from its failed …
GOP’s Jobs Ideas: Keep Bush Tax Cuts, Freeze Regulations
Employers won't create jobs until they have a clear sense of what comes next in taxes and regulation, say Republicans. House GOP leader John Boehner proposes a moratorium on …