Who will check Facebook's 'fact checkers?'
In response to recent concerns about “fake news” and opinion-swaying hoaxes, Facebook has unveiled new measures to address the issue. But unless done right, these steps may create more problems…
Rising Seas, Sinking Coasts Spell Doom for Eastern US
The devastating impact of global warming induced sea level rise has become increasingly clear as powerful surges, coastal flooding and rapid erosion are more and more frequently wreaking havoc along…
The Growing Movement Putting Sustainability and Community Back in the Forefront
In the midst of climate change, "big box" stores, frequent lack of community connections, and ubiquitous fast and processed food, a flourishing movement stands in stark contrast. Reporting by Agence…
US Has Become 'Planet's Dirty-Energy Dealer'
While the Obama administration continues to boast reductions in U.S. carbon emissions through the incorporation of renewable energy resources such as wind and solar, the darker side of America's changing…
US Blesses Egyptian Repression with Apache Attack Helicopters
Orchestrated overthrow of democratically-elected government: check. Repression, arrest, and death sentences for political opponents: check. Mass crackdown on journalists and critical media: check. Shipment of U.S.-made Apache attack helicopters to…