House Democrats took aim at oil companies Monday, arguing that billions in subsides for big oil would be put to better use in areas like … Subsidies for Oil and GasRead more
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BP Spill: 50% of Residents Suffered Adverse Health Effects
One of the most unreported legacies of the Exxon Valdez oil spill was the devastating long-term health impact of many of the clean-up workers and … BP Spill: 50% of Residents Suffered Adverse Health EffectsRead more
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People and Deepwater Horizon oil spill
Residents of affected coastal communities have reported health ailments, such as severe coughing, migraines, eye irritation, that are consistent with common symptoms of chemical exposure. … People and Deepwater Horizon oil spillRead more
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One-year anniversary Deepwater Horizon oil spill
Last year on April 20th, the Deepwater Horizon rig leased by oil giant BP exploded in the Gulf of Mexico, killing 11 workers, releasing nearly … One-year anniversary Deepwater Horizon oil spillRead more
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Tar Sands Oil Pipeline Spills in North Dakota
A TransCanada pipeline that carries tar sands oil into the U.S. from Canada had to be shut down for inspection Saturday after spilling about 21,000 … Tar Sands Oil Pipeline Spills in North DakotaRead more
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Oil giants post massive Q1 profits, demand huge subsidies
The first anniversary of the BP fatal oil disaster in the Gulf of Mexico reminded Americans of the enormous human and economic costs of our … Oil giants post massive Q1 profits, demand huge subsidiesRead more
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Japan Admits Partial Meltdown at Nuclear Plant Japanese authorities admitted Thursday one of the reactors at the crippled Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power facility suffered a … NewsRead more
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Dozens Arrested in U.S. Anti-Drone Protest Twenty-seven people were arrested on Friday at a protest against drones at the Hancock Air National Guard Base in … NewsRead more
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Gontango game for oil profit
In recent weeks, gas prices around the country have surged to levels unseen since the 2008 oil spike. However, market fundamentals are not driving the … Gontango game for oil profitRead more