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Miners’ deaths increased in 2013

January 8, 2014 By Mark Gruenberg

Deaths in the nation's mines rose from 36 in 2012 to 42 in 2013, the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) reported.

Today in labor history: Stephen Hawking born

January 8, 2014 By Blake Skylar

As recently as 2011, Hawking remarked, "Scientists have become the bearers of the torch of discovery in our quest for knowledge."

Cold? Really, it’s warmer than ever

January 8, 2014 By Susan Webb

Winters have been warming rapidly in the majority of the continental 48 states since 1970. And, take note Chicago and other Midwest readers: The coldest states are warming the fastest.

Chicago People’s World gala heats up for Sunday

January 7, 2014 By Barbara Russum

The 26th Annual People's World/Mundo Popular gala promises a hot time in this freezing town!

Today in labor history: Author Zora Neale Hurston is born

January 7, 2014 By Special to People’s World

On this day in 1891, Zora Neale Hurston, novelist and folklorist, was born. She is seen as one of the most important black writers in American history.