Tag: sea turtles
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.”
New discovery gives world’s most endangered turtle a fighting chance
A 500-year-old legend is key to the survival of a rare giant softshell turtle.
New report reveals plastic crisis affects on marine mammals and sea...
"While there may never be a complete account of the fate of all marine animals impacted by plastic, this report paints a grim picture."
Sea turtles are mistaking plastic pollution for food
"Research like this helps us understand what sea turtles are eating, and whether certain kinds of plastic are being ingested more than others."
New global study confirms microplastic found in nearly all species of...
"Our society's addiction to throwaway plastic is fueling a global environmental crisis that must be tackled at source."
Nearly 300 sea turtles dead as red tide plagues southwest Florida
"The health and well-being of people and the environment must be prioritized over corporate interests like Big Sugar in the region."
Lawsuit launched against Trump EPA for approving fracking waste dumping into...
At least 10 fracking chemicals routinely used in offshore fracking could kill or harm a broad variety of marine species, including marine mammals and fish.
Stop the illegal poaching of sea turtles
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Biden is the latest president to tout the Vietnam War as proud history
Efforts to portray the U.S. government’s military actions as well-meaning and virtuous are incessant. The pretenses that falsify the past are foreshadowing excuses for future warfare.
House GOP unveils budget with trillions in cuts to medicaid, food benefits, and more
The Republican proposal would cut federal discretionary spending by nearly $5 trillion over the next decade.
Officer Pleads Guilty to Violating Civil Rights After Leaving Teen in a Coma
Last week, a former Independence police officer pleaded guilty to violating the constitutional rights of a minor in his custody. He faces prison time and a fine for this violation.
Socialism fear-mongering is bananas
It's how societies grow their economies, become more prosperous, and ensure a better life for their people.
Biden administration launches the American Climate Corps
According to the White House, in its first year, the American Climate Corps will put more than 20,000 young people on career pathways in the fields of clean energy, conservation and climate resilience.