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Environment & Health
Pastor on Tamir Rice Shooting: Ohio Is an Open-Carry State Except if You’re an African-American Male
Rev. Dr. Jawanza Karriem Colvin, the pastor of the Olivet Institutional Baptist Church, speaks about city officials and activists responded to the killing.
Regulating Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals Could Improve the Health of the Next Generation
Decision-makers could adopt a new chemical evaluation tool to save lives and money.
Black Activists Occupy Police Union Offices in New York and Washington, DC
Activists in several cities are attempting to shut down the offices of two major police unions: the Fraternal Order of Police and the Patrolmen's Benevolent Association.
Toxic and Deadly, the Human and Environmental Toll of Open Burning
The open burning and detonation of munitions is highly toxic to humans and the environment.
A Drop in Biodiversity Is Putting the World at Risk
Researchers fear the extinction of species may have already dropped below a “safe” level.
RNC Descends Into Chaos as “Never Trump” Movement Attempts Revolt on Convention Floor
Not all delegates are happy about Donald Trump.
Cornel West: Justice and Accountability Are Necessary to End Tension Over Killings by Police
We discuss the killing of three police officers in Baton Rouge and the recent nationwide protests against police brutality with Cornel West.
Archimedes’ Mirrors in the Mojave Desert
Archimedes' mirrors technology is a military weapon and a possible solution to complicated problems.
Just How Bad Will Trump’s VP Pick Be on Climate?
Donald Trump thinks that climate change is a hoax.
Hungry for Climate Justice: Fasting at the Washington State Capitol
There is a vast gap between what science requires and what the Ecology Clean Air rule offers.