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Mitigating the Harm Done to Children’s Health in Flint
Nowhere near enough is being done to heal Flint's poisoned children.
Emergency Manager Who Switched Flint Water Resigns From Detroit Schools
Congress is holding its first hearing today on lead poisoning in the water supply of Flint, Michigan.
On the News With Thom Hartmann: We Need to Address Our Plastic Problem Now, and More
In today's On the News segment: Ending plastic waste would also have the added benefit of slowing climate change; Denmark has set another world record for wind power; snow …
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Hydropower Dams Threaten One-Third of the World’s Freshwater Fish
Projects' true costs are being inadequately assessed, say scientists.
France Peddles Unsafe Nuclear Reactors to India, Drawing Protest
France's nuclear regulator has criticized the French company Areva's nuclear reactors, citing serious design vulnerabilities.
With Trump Absent, GOP Presidential Candidates Debate Syria, Planned Parenthood and Islamophobia
Seven Republican presidential candidates faced off Thursday in their final debate before the Iowa caucuses.
The Latest Tax Scam in Corporate “Inversion” – Who Pays Instead?
An inversion allows corporations to pretend to be non-US companies and dodge taxes, while still benefiting from US taxes.
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The Robin Hood Army
It's heartening to read about an altruistic movement with no hidden motives except to feed the hungry, homeless and needy.
Oil Train Regulations Fail to Address Known Risks
Safety rules for railroads were only implemented when enough blood had been spilled.
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Saudi Arabia Is Killing Civilians With US Bombs
Saudi Arabia is bombing civilians with US-made bombs, which violates both US and international law.