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Environment & Health
Protesters Occupy Lignite Coal Mine in Germany
Four months before world governments meet to negotiate the deal to “save the climate,” 1,500 protesters took matters into their own hands.
Chile Considers Cannabis Decriminalization, Highlighting Growing Movement in Latin America
Support for legalization illustrates a new norm.
The Drug War Has to End: David Simon on “The Wire” and Over-Policing of the Poor
David Simon captured the city of Baltimore from the angles of street-level drug dealers, beat police officers and journalists covering corrupt politicians.
Leaked EU Memorandum Reveals Renewed Attempt at Imposing Water Privatization on Greece
Details of what Greece must privatize emerged, which include large public water companies.
The Colonial Origins of Conservation: The Disturbing History Behind US National Parks
We love our national parks, but it's time to recognize that conservation dogmas were originally rooted in colonial conquest and genocide.
Climate Change and Hurricane Katrina: What Have We Learned?
Global warming is occurring far too fast for effective human adaptation.
Drive to Drill: A Timeline of the Push for and Against Atlantic Oil and Gas Development
The timeline highlights key events from the oil crisis of the 1970s to communities taking a stance, today.
Pork Industry Admits Using Muscle Stimulant Ractopamine
Many farms use a variety of feed additives to boost profits.
On Rooftops of Paris, Expect Green Roofs and Solar Panels
A new French law requires renewable energy or plants on all new commercial buildings.
Regeneration: Global Transformation in Catastrophic Times
A growing number of climate, food and environment advocates are embracing and promoting agricultural regeneration.