Death of 18 endangered elephants in India under investigation
"Poisoning could be behind the death of the elephants."
How NYT’s bad reporting helped justify Trump’s tariffs on Brazil
Unlike most other countries—where Trump cited trade deficits to justify these so-called emergencies—the U.S. had maintained a trade surplus with Brazil for years.
Glyphosate exposure linked to brain inflammation and neurodegenerative risks
A groundbreaking study links glyphosate exposure to long-term brain inflammation, raising concerns about its safety and potential role in neurodegenerative diseases.
Israeli restrictions at Rafah leave Gaza’s sick waiting as evacuations stall
Health officials warn that Israeli screening at Gaza’s southern crossing is so restrictive that thousands awaiting treatment could die before being allowed to leave.
Crypto kickback: GOP bill boosts Trump family wealth as corruption claims mount
Trump’s $TRUMP coin dinner, Abu Dhabi deals, and a fast-tracked Senate crypto bill raise alarms over corruption and billionaire influence.
Record-breaking 459,000 workers strike in 2023: US labor movement hits 23-year high
the nation saw 33 major work stoppages initiated last year, the highest count since the year 2000, which recorded 39 stoppages.
ACLU warns campus antisemitism bill could censor criticism of Israel and chill free speech
The ACLU opposes bipartisan Senate legislation, arguing it risks equating legitimate criticism of Israel with antisemitism, violating First Amendment protections on college campuses.
Progressive Briefing for Wednesday, September 12
Energy Transfer pipeline explodes in Pennsylvania, Trump calls Puerto Rico an 'unsung success', the fight against world hunger, and more.
Senators press Social Security chief over plan to cut field office visits in half
Internal agency documents and a Senate letter raise concerns that a sharp reduction in in-person services could function as a backdoor cut to benefits for millions of Americans.
Decades of toxic pollution: New lawsuit targets Chemours for illegal PFAS dumping in West...
West Virginia community fights back as Chemours’ PFAS pollution persists.