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US-Backed Saudi War in Yemen Continues as Aid Groups Describe “Catastrophic” Humanitarian Crisis
Warplanes from the Saudi-led coalition struck Yemeni cities.
Lawrence Lessig on Why Elizabeth Warren Needs to Run for President
Harvard Professor Lawrence Lessig made the passionate case for “Run Warren Run.”
“It Was Worth Risking My Life, My Freedom”: Campaign Reform Activist on Flying Gyrocopter to Capitol
Doug Hughes flew a gyrocopter on the lawn of the US Capitol.
Kenyan Mother Wins Goldman Prize for Anti-Lead Protest After Her Own Breast Milk Made Baby Sick
Omido organized to close a lead plant in Mombasa.
At Least 116 Environmental Defenders Were Murdered Last Year, Mostly in Latin America
Killings of environmental activists are on the rise.
Why the FDA Doesn’t Really Know What’s in Your Food
A massive legal loophole means companies can add new ingredients to foods with no government safety review.
The Late Eduardo Galeano on His Book “Children of the Days: A Calendar of Human History”
Mr. Galeano spoke about and read from the book, followed by a conversation with Marie Arana.
Earth Day Special: Goldman Prize Awarded to Burmese Photographer Who Fought Dam Project
The Asia 2015 Goldman Prize has been awarded to Myint Zaw, a Burmese journalist and activist.
The Baiting Game: Which Fish to Avoid
Choosing the best fish isn't always easy, especially when considering how the fish is caught, mercury levels and accurate labeling.
On the News With Thom Hartmann: Nestle Has Been Pumping Water Out of California Without a Permit for 25 Years, and More
In today's On the News segment: Nestlé has been pumping water out of California without a permit for the last 25 years; an increase in illness is another effect of …