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Mysterious Russian Nuclear Missile Accident Sparks Fears of “Chernobyl Redux”
Questions are swirling over a mysterious nuclear accident in northern Russia on August 8.

Trump Reportedly Suggests Using Nukes to Stop Hurricanes
Trump has reportedly invoked this idea “multiple times” in meetings with U.S. national security officials.

Why Monsanto Tried to Discredit a Book That Has No Factual Errors
Monsanto asked a judge to bar Carey Gilliam's book “Whitewash” from being introduced as evidence in a cancer lawsuit.

While the World Is on Fire, DNC Kills Resolution for Climate Forum
The Democratic Party had been reminded of its platform asserting it will combat the “global climate emergency.”

Could Climate Catastrophe Lead to Ecofascism?
The Christchurch and El Paso shooters appropriated the language of environmentalism in their manifestos.

How Steep Is That Sidewalk? A Digital Map for People With Disabilities
For disabled people, getting around Seattle is a constant challenge. This app wants to make it easier and safer.

States With Fracking Bans Are Still Building Fracking Infrastructure
Bans are meaningless if you continue to build infrastructure to transport fracked gas from other states.

Can We Reach 100 Percent Renewable Energy in Time to Avert Climate Catastrophe?
Six U.S. cities have already reached their 100 percent renewable energy goals.

Insulin Prices Killed Josh Wilkerson. Now His Mother Is Taking On Big Pharma.
“My son died at 27 because his income was insufficient for him to purchase insulin,” says Erin Weaver.

Brazil Faces Global Outrage as Massive Fires Spread in Amazon Rainforest
Indigenous people in Brazil have condemned far-right President Bolsonaro for encouraging the destruction.