health
Reclaim democracy, protect the vulnerable says faith community
September 25, 2012At its Fire of Faith, Rekindling Democracy rally this past Sunday, the Detroit metropolitan faith community unveiled a new kind of "heat" beginning to sweep the region.
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Japan abandoning nuclear power by 2040
September 19, 2012The global nuclear industry faces tough times - and activists feel optimistic - in light of historic news that Japan has decided to abandon nuclear power.
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Moment of victory: Shell stops Arctic drilling
September 18, 2012Shell has chosen to halt its oil-drilling program after a dome used to clean up potential spills became damaged.
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With toxic plant ready for demolition, NJ residents voice concerns
September 14, 2012The E.C. Electroplating plant - the source of a nearly 30 year-old toxic chromium spill currently wending its way beneath this town - will be torn down in early October.
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West Nile virus worsening with climate change
September 13, 2012Outbreaks of the sometimes-fatal West Nile virus across the United States have intensified, making this one of the worst years for the mosquito-borne disease.
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