Month: October 2021
U.S. introduces more stringent standards for lead poisoning in children
U.S. health officials are changing their definition of lead poisoning in young children. The more stringent standard was announced Thursday.
Read MoreThe Families of the Charleston Massacre Victims Just Settled With the Justice Department for a Meaningful $88 Million
The families of the nine victims who were killed in a racist attack on a South Carolina church in 2015 reached an $88 million settlement with the Justice Department on Thursday. The deal, which still faces a judge’s final approval,
Read MoreHouse climate crisis chair says spending plan is ‘transformative,’ despite cuts
NPR’s Ari Shapiro talks with Rep. Kathy Castor, D-Fla., who chairs the House Select Committee on the Climate Crisis, ahead of the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference, also known as COP26.
Read MorePresident Biden seeks to reaffirm his leadership at G20 summit
NPR’s Sarah McCammon talks with White House economic and national security advisor Daleep Singh about President Biden’s goals for the G20 Rome summit as he faces economic and political challenges.
Read MoreExxon CEO accused of lying about climate science to congressional panel – The Guardian
Exxon CEO accused of lying about climate science to congressional panel The Guardian Oil executives testify about climate disinformation: Live updates CNN Oil executives testify before Congress: Live updates The Washington Post Congress has oil executives cornered. But will they lie under oath? The
Read MoreTigray spokesperson says Ethiopia airstrike killed 10, including children
This is the deadliest of the new round of airstrikes that began last week as the year-long war intensifies.
Read MoreSelf-Care Doesn’t Have to Be Selfish: Mindfulness Teacher Shelly Tygielski On Generosity and Well-Being
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Read MoreAndrew Cuomo charged over alleged groping of former aide: source – New York Post
Andrew Cuomo charged over alleged groping of former aide: source New York Post Cuomo Charged With Misdemeanor Sex Crime NBC News Complaint alleging a sex crime has been filed against former NY Gov. Andrew Cuomo, court spokesman says CNN What is misdemeanor forcible
Read MoreAndrew Cuomo charged over alleged groping of former aide: source – New York Post
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Read MoreChicago, Los Angeles embrace universal basic income – Fox Business
Chicago, Los Angeles embrace universal basic income Fox Business Lori Lightfoot ‘booed off’ stage amid Chicago vaccine mandate fallout New York Post City Council Approves Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s 2022 Budget Plan, With Support Of Most Progressive Alde CBS Chicago Alderpeople Call Special City
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