Friday, May 15, 2026

Moyers and McKibben: Time is running out for the planet

Bill Moyers talks with Bill McKibben about his new novel Radio Free Vermont and the nonfiction ways to fight the system.

Vance cockups sabotage Trump’s core pitch: that his smarts guarantee hiring only the “best...

Vance has pushed beyond tone-dead and as a campaigner into brain-dead territory.

Former prison officials plead guilty to bribery scheme

“Our Office will continue to seek equal justice under the law and hold accountable government officials who corrupt their oaths and betray the public’s trust.”

Diplomatic tensions rise as Israel counters South Africa’s genocide accusations at ICJ

Amidst tensions, Israel counters South Africa's genocide case at the ICJ. A high-stakes legal and diplomatic battle unfolds, with global implications for justice and human rights.

Committee to Protect Journalists Denounces Potential Trump Presidency

According to the CPJ, a Trump presidency represents a looming threat to press freedom unknown in modern history.

Rover pipeline spills water containing gasoline into Michigan Wetlands

Construction has been plagued by numerous environmental violations, including a 2 million gallon drilling fluid spill into an Ohio wetland.

Global surge in attacks on education: 6,000 incidents in two years

GCPEA report reveals escalating violence against schools and universities amid global conflicts.

Trump’s $625 million coal bailout draws fire from climate and health advocates

Administration announces $625 million for coal plant life-extensions while Interior opens 13.1 million acres for leasing and EPA scraps pollution limits; advocates warn the public will “pay the price” through higher bills, dirtier air and stalled clean energy.

Federal judge orders military to accept transgender troops at the start of the new...

“This is a complete victory for our plaintiffs and all transgender service members, who are now once again able to serve on equal terms and without the threat of being discharged.”

The myth of the free market

Regulation is not the enemy of incentive, invention, or innovation. Nor is it incompatible with progress, profits, or personal gain.