Brian Mier
Brian Mier is a TV correspondent for TeleSur English in Brazil, and editor of the book Year of Lead: Washington, Wall Street and the New Imperialism in Brazil. He has lived in Brazil for more than 25 years.
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Trump fast-tracks Great Lakes oil tunnel, triggering outcry over water and climate risks
Environmental groups and tribal nations warn the Line 5 tunnel project could endanger drinking water for 40 million people after Trump administration classifies it as an emergency.
Federal judge halts Trump administration freeze on billions in climate and infrastructure funds
Court rules that blocking congressionally approved aid for clean energy, public health, and environmental protection violated federal law and harmed communities nationwide.
How 77 tons of radioactive waste ended up in Brooklyn
A lawsuit charges National Grid, a major gas utility, with mismanaging a toxic industrial site near two densely-populated residential neighborhoods.
Israel declares permanent military zones in Gaza, vows to block humanitarian aid despite mass...
Defense minister confirms indefinite occupation of seized territory and continuation of full blockade as humanitarian agencies warn of catastrophic collapse and forced displacement.
Keystone XL oil spill shuts down pipeline and halts flow of millions of gallons...
An estimated 3,500 barrels of oil (147,000 gallons) spilled into an agricultural field in a rural area, about 60 miles southwest of Fargo.