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Mar 31 2026ENVIRONMENT

Coal Plants Get a Free Pass on Pollution, Groups Fight Back in Court

A group of health and environmental organizations isn't backing down after a recent decision to weaken rules on toxic air pollution from coal power plants. They’ve taken legal action, arguing that the changes expose kids and other at-risk groups to serious harm. The lawsuit targets a federal agency’

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Mar 27 2026POLITICS

AI Centers on Pause: A Call for a Break

A new proposal aims to stop the construction of AI data centers in the U. S. until safety rules protect workers, consumers and the planet. The idea was pushed by two well‑known progressive figures. They argue that the rapid growth of these facilities threatens power grids, raises electricity bills

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Mar 22 2026POLITICS

A Rough Road: How Mentors Shaped a Controversial Legacy

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. grew up in the shadow of tragedy and chaos, a young boy who lost his father to assassination and later his wife in 2013. He turned to drugs at fourteen, was expelled from boarding schools, and drifted toward a life of public scrutiny. Yet his path was not walked alone; three ke

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Mar 21 2026ENVIRONMENT

Assessing the Legacy of an Old Aluminum Smelter

The last step in figuring out how much damage the former Columbia Falls smelter has caused to nature is now ready. A plan written by state and federal agencies, the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, and other partners will examine the site again and decide how to repair or pay for long‑term h

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Mar 20 2026HEALTH

Movement habits in kids with cerebral palsy vary by environment

Kids who have cerebral palsy (CP) move differently depending on where they are. In homes, their activity level can be low because of limited space or safety worries. At school, they might get more chance to play if the playground is designed for them and teachers encourage participation. In communit

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Mar 20 2026ENVIRONMENT

New Faces on Old Lands: How Kindness and Climate Shape Community Acceptance

In northern Bangladesh, people are moving to new villages because rivers have eaten away their homes. Researchers wanted to see how villagers feel about these newcomers. They asked 265 residents in person and used a game‑like survey to test different ideas about why people move. The study found t

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Mar 20 2026OPINION

Affordable Heat Solutions for Maryland Homes

In the last winter, Maryland’s residents faced unusually cold temperatures while their electricity bills climbed. The state’s utility company is set to raise rates three more times in the next months, which will hit low‑income families hard. Many homes in the Mid‑Atlantic are old and drafty, relying

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Mar 19 2026ENVIRONMENT

Southern California’s Clean Transport Jobs at Risk Without State Action

Southern California isn’t just following the electric vehicle trend—it’s driving it. The region has turned itself into a hub for clean transportation, with companies making batteries, electric trucks, and even solar-powered cars. The Port of San Diego is spending millions to switch from diesel to el

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Mar 15 2026ENVIRONMENT

War’s Hidden Damage to Earth and Climate

The Middle East war is hurting the planet in ways people rarely notice. Air raids burn huge amounts of jet fuel, while oil depots that catch fire release thick smoke and carbon. Scientists say the battle adds millions of tonnes of greenhouse gases, equal to many cars driving all year. Bombers

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Mar 15 2026POLITICS

Faith Walks Toward Cleaner Air in New Mexico

A group of faith‑based activists started a 328‑mile foot journey from Carlsbad to Santa Fe, hoping to draw attention to a bill that would cut New Mexico’s greenhouse gas emissions by 45 % from 2005 levels by 2030. The trip, part of a broader coalition called Clear Horizons New Mexico, aimed to meet

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