Environment
Arctic sea ice hits lowest levels ever
September 7, 2012Arctic sea ice has now reached its lowest extent ever recorded, becoming a real harbinger of climate change.
Read moreEPA fires scientists – to shake attempt to unionize?
September 6, 2012The American Federation of Government Employees expressed utter outrage that this was done at a time when scientists were seeking union representation.
Read moreNew Jersey’s chromium spill site to be torn down
September 5, 2012Nearly 30 years after toxic chromium spilled from the E.C. Electroplating plant, the EPA announced that the building would be demolished.
Read moreHurricane Isaac stalls over Big Easy
August 29, 2012Hurricane Isaac crawled slowly inland, leaving people stranded in cars and in homes under more than 12 feet of water.
Read moreToday in labor history: Katrina slams New Orleans
August 29, 2012On Aug. 29, 2005, Hurricane Katrina slammed into New Orleans, leading to the worst natural (and also man-made) disaster in U.S. history.
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