Environment
Coal industry win is temporary, fate of plants still in air
June 30, 2015A divided Supreme Court ruled against the Obama administration's attempt to limit power plant emissions of mercury and other hazardous air pollutants.
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U.S. agrees to pay millions on agent orange claims
June 19, 2015The government will provide disability benefits to as many as 2,100 Air Force reservists and active-duty forces exposed to Agent Orange residue.
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The Pope tackles climate change in new encyclical
June 18, 2015The Pope calls for serious and immediate action to address climate change and other environmental crises.
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Today: World Day to Combat Desertification
June 17, 2015The day addresses drought and desertification, and is meant to help implement the UN Convention to Combat Desertification.
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Kayaktivists in Seattle blockade Shell’s Alaska-bound oil rig
June 15, 2015"Shell wants to haul its Arctic destroyer to Alaska as soon as possible, but these courageous individuals are saying, 'Shell No.' "
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