New map reveals where the world’s most toxic countries are
Believe it or not, the five least-toxic countries are found in Africa. And the most toxic? The Middle East.
New abortion law in Georgia criminalizes abortion after six weeks. Women who do face...
"Bans like this have always been blocked by courts. We will be suing Georgia to make sure this law has the same fate."
FDA bans brominated vegetable oil in food because of concerns about chemical’s health harms
Due to the chemical's health hazards such as harmful effects on the nervous system, the agency said the food additive is no longer safe for food use.
McDonald’s Black History Month Gambit Can’t Obscure Its Inequitable Practices
McDonald’s can blow its sizeable PR budget trying to convince its customers otherwise, but its corporate actions speak for themselves.
Big Ag Fights to the Bitter End to Keep Pesticide From Being Banned
“So it comes as no surprise that Big Ag will fight to the bitter end to keep its grip on pesticides and other outdated and environmentally risky tools.”
Japanese fisheries collapsed due to pesticides, new research says
"Let's hope this is a wake-up call for Asian countries and they move to quickly ban the chemicals from paddyfields."
Despite coronavirus threat, Americans for Prosperity still leads fight against Medicaid expansion
Coronavirus or not, AFP’s opposition to health care for the poor and working poor remains resolute.
Medical staffing companies owned by rich investors cut doctor pay and now want bailout...
“It should not be going toward rewarding executives or shareholder profits. Anybody actually coming in physical contact is taking all the risk, so that’s where the relief should be going.”
Scientists confirm reusable containers safe to use during coronavirus pandemic
"Based on the best available science and guidance from public health professionals, it is clear that reusable systems can be used safely by employing basic hygiene."
The dairy industry is determined to pour itself down our throats
This article was produced by Earth | Food | Life, a project of theIndependent Media Institute.
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