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Environment & Health
Tests Reveal Toxic Cocktail as Media Covers Up California Oil Spill’s Root Cause
the spill released glutaraldehyde, ethylbenzene and naphthalene.
Not a Very Green Revolution
We are now witnessing the beginning of the second “Green Revolution” in India.
Local Ohio Officials Petition Governor to Return Right to Regulate Fracking
Local Ohio authorities appeal to governor to re-establish their right to regulate and ban fracking.
Antonia Juhasz on $18.7 Billion Gulf Oil Spill Settlement
Some groups have questioned if BP is paying enough.
Next Steps on Cuba: Rep. Lee Pushes for End to Embargo and US Travel Restrictions
As the United States prepares to reopen its embassy in Havana, we speak to Representative Barbara Lee.
“A Europe of Equals”: Report From Athens as Greek Voters Seek Alternatives to Austerity
Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras is scrambling to present a new bailout proposal as Greek banks remain shut down.
Chemicals May Alter Placenta Genes
Researchers link endocrine disrupting chemical exposure to altered gene function in pregnant women's placentas.
Pennsylvania Residents Near Fracking Sites Report Health Problems
Health department employees were told not to talk to residents complaining of fracking-related symptoms.
Think California’s Drought Is Bad? Try Palestine’s
While Israelis water their lawns and swim in Olympic-sized pools, Palestinians a few kilometers away are literally dying of thirst.
Robert Solow in Conversation With Paul Krugman: “Inequality: What Can Be Done?”
Solow and Krugman examine the desirability, viability and feasibility of Tony Atkinson's policy recommendations.