New Jersey becomes eighth state to ban sale of cosmetics tested on animals
“In the passage of this law, New Jersey has recognized overwhelming public opinion that animals should not suffer to test cosmetic products or ingredients.”
British court rules Assange can be extradited to US to face espionage charges
“Today is international human rights day, what a shame. How cynical to have this decision on this day.”
Report: As climate crisis expands, Canada still hands billions to fossil fuel industry
The government of Justin Trudeau continues to spend massive quantities of public money supporting the primary cause of climate change.
Biden administration announces reforms to federal oil and gas leasing system on public lands
The Bureau of Land Management’s new Oil and Gas Rule is said to save taxpayers money, help ensure public lands are used for their highest value, and better protect communities and the environment.
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Democratic lawmakers oppose Netanyahu’s congressional address amid genocide allegations and ICC arrest warrants
As Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu faces potential arrest warrants and accusations of genocide, House Democrats intensify opposition to Speaker Johnson’s invitation for him to address Congress.
From the kingpins of private equity, a new dagger to democracy
Profit maximizing in the newspaper industry is corroding the knowledge base that sustains government by the people.
Monsanto seeks to reverse jury verdict in cancer case they lost
The company also argues that the $2 billion verdict was “unsupported, excessive and unconstitutional.”
Florida may soon use digital images of ballots in recounts—will all counties make them...
As Florida updates its recount rules, election transparency advocates worry about losing public trust.
Police Officer Arrested After Stabbing Unarmed Teen
Off duty police officer Arthur Roman, along with his brother and sister-in-law, were involved in stabbing a 17-year-old. Was this a hate crime?