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New study discovers drugs and pesticides in high levels off coast of Southern England
An analysis found pharmaceuticals and recreational drugs along with pesticides from the samples taken from along the coasts of Hampshire and West Sussex in England.
Pesticide industry ‘helped write’ disinformation playbook used by Big Oil and Big Tobacco, report...
New analysis sheds light on key tactics Monsanto used to distort science and spin the narrative in defense of its herbicide product.
EPA assessment finds 3 popular neonicotinoid insecticides jeopardize endangered plants and animals’ existence
The answer to prevent further extinction of up to 41 percent of the world's insects is a “serious reduction in pesticide usage.”
EPA expected to extend use of bee-killing pesticides
“These insecticides are not helping the productivity of crops on fields — it seems an amazing effort to blanket all these acres with something that doesn’t have a return on investment."
‘Huge win’: Court finds EPA approval of bee-killing sulfoxaflor unlawful
"Studies show that the widespread adoption of systemic insecticides has made our landscapes 48 times more deadly for pollinators like honeybees."
One of North America’s largest bumblebee species under review for endangered species protections
The announcement will prompt a yearlong scientific assessment followed by a public comment period before a decision is made.
People of color and low income communities are more exposed to pesticides in the...
“For too long communities of color have served as literal dumping grounds for many of our nation’s most dangerous toxic chemicals, including pesticides."
EPA sued over refusal to close deadly pesticide loophole decimating honey bees
Science has shown that coating seeds with pesticides is not only ineffective, but can cause real harm to pollinators, workers, and farmers."
Biotech corporation withdraws permit for mass release of GE mosquitoes
The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) announced the withdrawal of the permit that would have released billions of genetically engineered mosquitos throughout agriculture communities across the state.
EPA finds two widely used pesticides harm majority of endangered species
Atrazine and glyphosate are both causing severe harm to many of the plants and animals protected under the Endangered Species Act.
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Fossil fuel tax could unlock $720 billion for climate crisis, new report finds
The Climate Damages Tax aims to rectify historical injustices and provide a tangible pathway towards a more sustainable and just world.
EPA proposes ban on pesticide widely used on fruits and vegetables
In calling for an end to all uses of the pesticide on food, the agency cited evidence that acephate harms workers who apply the chemical as well as the general public and young children.
New report finds Tyson Foods dumped pollutants into US waterways for years
The wastewater analyzed consisted of pathogens and microorganisms and slaughterhouse byproducts, such as body parts of animals, feces and blood.
Bernie Sanders speaks out: Criticizing Israeli policy is not antisemitism
Amid national debate over Gaza protests, Senator Bernie Sanders challenges the narrative equating criticism of Israel with antisemitism, drawing on his personal history and widespread American discontent.
FTC challenges Big Pharma over unfair patents as Sanders applauds regulatory crackdown
The Federal Trade Commission intensifies its fight against pharmaceutical patent abuses, aiming to slash drug prices and increase access to generic medications.
