Wednesday, December 18, 2024

Glyphosate exposure linked to brain inflammation and neurodegenerative risks

A groundbreaking study links glyphosate exposure to long-term brain inflammation, raising concerns about its safety and potential role in neurodegenerative diseases.

Jayapal and Sanders seize on Musk’s critique of US healthcare costs to push Medicare...

Progressive lawmakers urge Elon Musk to address healthcare inefficiencies, highlighting Medicare for All as the solution to rising costs and inequality.

North Carolina town files historic climate deception lawsuit against Duke Energy

Carrboro’s lawsuit against Duke Energy alleges decades of misinformation, greenwashing, and obstruction of climate progress, demanding accountability for millions in damages.

Students and scientists collaborate to maintain Navajo Nation forests

150 years of grazing, fire suppression, and other land-use changes have transformed these forests.

The commercial fishing industry is destroying vital marine ecosystems

This kind of factory fish farming dominates today’s seafood market, raising many ethical and environmental concerns.

The Oligarchic Dozen: Top 12 US billionaires amass $2 trillion in wealth

The wealth of America’s richest 12 billionaires has doubled since 2020, raising concerns about democracy, climate, and economic inequality.

Billionaire pick for key Pentagon job tied to Khashoggi’s murderers and defense industry conflicts

Critics warn Stephen Feinberg’s nomination for a top Pentagon role underscores troubling ties to Khashoggi’s murder and the defense industry.

Watchdogs say Elon Musk has ‘declared war on Social Security’

Critics warn Musk’s endorsement of anti-Social Security rhetoric and his advisory role could pave the way for privatization, threatening millions of Americans’ financial security.

Can recycling save the clean energy revolution?

It's necessary, but not sufficient.

Feds to limit data brokers from selling personal information under proposed new rule

The U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's proposed new rule would require companies to have explicit authorization from consumers to share sensitive personal and financial information.