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Environment & Health
Scientists Warn of Hormone Impacts From Benzene, Xylene, Other Common Solvents
Researchers warn that benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene and xylene may disrupt people's hormone systems.
Plant Flares Could Pump Out More Pollution Than Previously Thought
Earlier tallies may have underestimated the amounts of chemicals released into US communities.
Losing Ground: A Sad Earth Day Post
Every day should be Earth Day.
Lake Apopka: Ecocide, Rural Oligarchy and Slavery
Farm workers still do the most dangerous work in America. They deserve land rather than slavery.
Why Seattleites Think They Can Stop Shell Oil From Drilling in the Arctic
The Port of Seattle has welcomed the oil company to temporarily moor its drilling rig before it's towed to Alaska. But these protesters are threatening to block it.
Indicting the TPP: Even One of These Counts Is Sufficient to Vote to Kill It!
To really appreciate what a travesty the TPP is, and the scandal of the failure of our Congress to reject it, Iu2019m going to list 23 negative consequences that …
Do the Worm Bin! A Catchy Tune About Composting
This week, learn about composting, a great way to reduce the amount of trash a household produces.
The US Has Nearly 600 Coal Waste Sites: Why They’ve Got West Virginians Worried
Residents fear that coal-contaminated water is seeping into their wells. But a lack of evidence is stalling action.
Nobel Laureates Call on “Militaristic” United States to Renew Pledge to Protect Human Rights
President Barack Obama has authorized more drone strikes during his first three months in office than President Bush did during his entire administration.
On the News With Thom Hartmann: Hawaii Is the Latest Battleground in the Fight for Solar Energy, and More
In today's On the News segment: The Hawaiian Electric Company has been blocking thousands of residents from generating their own electricity; the loss of sea ice in the Arctic …