Saturday, May 23, 2026

9 shocking facts about plastics in our oceans

The amount of plastic in the world’s oceans could increase by a factor of 10 in the next decade.

The Trump standard

None of this is “very standard” for a president. It’s the opposite of standard.

The military-industrial complex is killing us all

Bombs injure. Bombs kill. Bombs destroy. Bombs also make people rich.

Former cop charged with beating unarmed man on video

The police officer was previously arrested for suspicion of driving under the influence.

Interior Department whistleblower resigns in disgust

“You are unwilling to lead on climate change, and cannot be trusted with our nation’s natural resources.”

World’s First Plastic Fishing Company Wants to Rid the Oceans of Plastic Pollution

The goal of Plastic Whale—which describes itself as the world’s first plastic fishing company—is to rid the world’s waters of plastic pollution.

The health and future of the world’s children are at risk and no country...

“This must be a wake up call for countries to invest in child health and development, ensure their voices are heard, protect their rights, and build a future that is fit for children.”

The long arm of the law—taking far, far too long 

The finale when courts convict/ Answers to the sentencing script.

DeepSeek is showing us that another tech world is possible

How one Chinese company’s AI tool has slashed trillions from the US stock market, and revealed a future for technology without American tech hegemony.

France Bans Plastic Silverware, Plates and Cups

France has become the first country to ban the use of single-use plastic kitchenware by 2020.