Environment
Why is it so hard for capitalism to go green?
April 26, 2016The global climate crisis rests squarely with us and, in no small degree, depends on the outcome of the upcoming presidential and Congressional elections.
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This week in history: Chernobyl nuclear reactor explodes in USSR
April 26, 2016Thirty years ago, on April 26, 1986, at 1:23 a.m., an explosion occurred at the Chernobyl atomic power station at Pripyat.
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Flint doctor awarded for exposing poisoned water; three officials get charged
April 21, 2016Meanwhile, the lead content of Flint water remains way above safe levels, and people are forced to use bottled water for drinking.
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“Catching the Sun,” saving the Earth: A new documentary about solar
April 13, 2016Just in time for Earth Day 2016, an informative and upbeat new film about solar power will debut on Netflix on April 22.
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At Tu Du Hospital, optimism remains high despite challenges
April 12, 2016Tu Du Hospital has received and raised 500 children who live with the results of birth defects and other injuries from chemical warfare in Vietnam.
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