1.8 million hectares of Amazonian forests were lost between 2001 and 2015 with peaks of loss occurring in 2005, 2009 and 2014. The main causes … Peru lost more than 1 million hectares of Amazon forest over a period of 15 yearsRead more
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Posted inNews / Wind
World’s biggest wind turbines go online near Liverpool
The planet’s biggest and most powerful wind turbines have begun generating electricity off the Liverpool coast, cementing Britain’s reputation as a world leader in the … World’s biggest wind turbines go online near LiverpoolRead more
Posted inEconomics / News / Wage
Study on Seattle $15 Minimum Wage Proves Critics Wrong
In an analysis bolstering the arguments of those fighting for minimum wage hikes nationwide, a group of University of California, Berkeley economists has found that … Study on Seattle $15 Minimum Wage Proves Critics WrongRead more
Posted inCanada / Corruption / News / Tax
Why are Tax Haven Users Getting Govt Contracts?
The federal government is giving lucrative contracts to suppliers who avoid paying their share of taxes by using tax havens. This includes individuals and organizations … Why are Tax Haven Users Getting Govt Contracts?Read more
Posted inMurder / News / Police / USA Empire
Pregnant Black Woman Calling for Help Killed by Police in Front of Children
A pregnant Black woman who had called the police to report an attempted burglary in her home was shot and killed by the cops that … Pregnant Black Woman Calling for Help Killed by Police in Front of ChildrenRead more
Posted inNews / Poison / USA Empire
Lead in food: A hidden health threat
No safe level of lead in blood has been identified. In children, even very low blood lead levels can cause behavioral problems and lower IQ. … Lead in food: A hidden health threatRead more
Posted inAcidification / News
Acidified ocean water widespread along North American West Coast
A three-year survey of the California Current System along the West Coast of the United States found persistent, highly acidified water throughout this ecologically critical … Acidified ocean water widespread along North American West CoastRead more
Posted inInternet / News / Syria / USA Empire
U.S. Made Syria Lose Its Entire Internet Connection
When Syria briefly dropped off the internet in late 2012, it was widely assumed to be the doing of President Bashar al-Assad – the country … U.S. Made Syria Lose Its Entire Internet ConnectionRead more
Posted inCorruption / India / News / Tax
15,080 Profitable Indian Companies Paid No Tax in 2015-16
Tax incentives allowed 15,080 profit-making Indian companies to have effective tax rates of zero, and in some cases less than zero, in 2015-16, according to … 15,080 Profitable Indian Companies Paid No Tax in 2015-16Read more
Posted inHealth / News
Moderate Alcohol Use Linked to Heart Chamber Damage
Enjoy a glass of wine with dinner or a nightcap before bed, but don’t count on their heart benefits. A new study by UC San … Moderate Alcohol Use Linked to Heart Chamber DamageRead more