Biden must call off the B-52s bombing Afghan cities
As we approach the 20-year anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, we should reflect on how the Bush administration exploited the U.S. public’s thirst for revenge to unleash this bloody, tragic and utterly futile 20-year war.
Smoke from wildfires reaches the North Pole for the first time in recorded history
NASA said smoke could also be seen in parts of Mongolia, Canada and western Greenland.
Arkansas sheriff convicted of assaulting two detainees in custody
“The Justice Department will continue to vigorously prosecute officers who abuse their authority to make clear that no one is above the law.”
The shame of the Sacklers
As Paul Hanly, a leading attorney in the case, told the Guardian, “this is essentially a crime family … drug dealers in nice suits and dresses.”
Widespread plastic pollution harming young turtles
“Relatively few young marine turtles survive their first year, so it is imperative that we reduce threats to ensure the long-term survival of these extraordinary species.”
Why and how China’s economy will slow down
The goal should be to disengage from great power rivalry and peacefully pursue economic and technological progress.
White right fright jeopardizes the ‘endangered’ dominance it can’t abide losing
Trumpism is death to fair elections, legitimate challenges, and the legal/judicial system that identified every crude, illegal attempt to game the system.
Former MMA fighter pleads guilty to punching police officer during Capitol riots
Scott Fairlamb is one of the first defendants convicted of assault against the police during the Capitol riots.
The Delta variant and the Trumper blame game
Trump Republicans are falling back on their old game of deflecting attention by blaming immigrants crossing the southern border.
Biden administration extends student loan moratorium
“The payment pause has been a lifeline that allowed millions of Americans to focus on their families, health, and finances instead of student loans during the national emergency.”