Animal Testing: What Was It Ever Good For?
Researchers develop alternatives to animal-testing models, but old-guard institutions hang on to inefficient traditions.
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Truth About Trump Ruled to Be ‘Offensive’ on House Floor
These days, the House of Representatives is more about theatrics than getting stuff done, but Wednesday’s performance set a dangerous precedent.
Is India’s Ruling Party Downplaying Climate Change?
A decade after the BJP came to power, its 2024 manifesto reveals a lack of bold climate and environmental action, reflecting the challenges of governance.
Netanyahu Lashes Out at European Countries Recognizing Palestine
Three European countries recognized a Palestinian state on Wednesday, resulting in a diplomatic row and heaping more pressure on Israel.
Is Trump’s Greatest Strength the Ignorance of US Voters?
Americans are stunningly ignorant when it comes to the actual performance of the US economy, with about half of them holding views that are the opposite of reality.
Putting Truth Social’s ‘Nascent Advertising Initiative’ in Perspective
Donald Trump’s Truth Social platform made about as much money in the first quarter as a well-organized Girl Scouts cookie drive.
US Taxpayer Money Keeps Finding Its Way Into the Taliban’s Pockets
Millions of US taxpayer dollars meant for humanitarian assistance and Afghanistan’s reconstruction find their way into the hands of the Taliban. The exact figure is unknown, however, because of lacking reporting requirements.
Big Banks Have Funded Climate Crisis With Near $7 Trillion Since Paris Agreement
“Banks that profit from climate chaos invent new greenwash every year, but we have the receipts that show how much money they put into fossil fuels,” said one report author.
Death of Iran’s President Adds Uncertainty to the Region’s Explosive Mix
Iran’s President Raisi, killed in a helicopter crash, was a hardliner. His death means change, but it’s not yet clear in what direction.
Russian Troops Menace Ukraine’s Second Largest City, Kharkiv
Just a few miles from the Russian border, Ukraine’s second largest city, Kharkiv, is threatened with potential destruction by Russian artillery.
The Media Is Blowing It, Part 869
There is only one way in which talk show hosts should react to Republicans refusing to say that if they will accept the result of this year’s election: End the interview and never invite them again.
How a NYC Courtroom Became the Mecca for Members of the MAGA Cult
With Donald Trump’s criminal trial in New York City wrapping up, his acolytes have only limited opportunities left to prove their reverence.
Masters of the Universe Meet to Plan a Whites-Only Future
Elon Musk, Rupert Murdoch, David Sacks, Peter Thiel, and others plot to win the War on Woke.
‘None of the Above’ Would Win This Election in a Landslide
Let’s face it, most Americans are not exactly thrilled about the choices for president this fall. It’s tough to blame them.
The Apocalypse That Wasn’t
The solar storm brought a lot of lovely aurora pictures but no Great Blackout. Maybe next time.
What’s Really Shocking About the Alito Revelation
Nobody should be shocked that the Alitos displayed a “Stop the Steal” symbol in front of their house. The real surprise is that they took it down.
Biden Tests China’s Industrial Strength
The US has decided it doesn’t want China to monopolize all that pollution.
Carpet Creep: A MAGA Plot?
I believe in scientific explanations. And yet I didn’t want one.
Eyeless in Gaza: Hamas and Israel’s Tragic Reprise of Samson and Delilah’s Story
With Hamas reappearing at locations that had already been cleared, Gaza is beginning to resemble a militarized version of whack-a-mole.
Gov. Abbott Serves Up ‘Justice’ — Texas Style
In a highly political move, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) pardoned a man who had gunned down a legally armed Black Lives Matter protester.
Congressional Clown Show Gives Evening Performance
A congressional hearing yesterday descended into chaos as Reps. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) and Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) traded personal insults.
An Election Prophecy: How 13 Keys Unlock Presidential Election Outcomes
Cracking the code to predict any presidential race and uncovering the hidden forces shaping the Trump vs. Biden rematch.
Turning Point in Energy History: Solar, Wind Start to Push Fossil Fuels Off Grid
Solar and wind energy grew quickly enough in 2023 to push renewables up to 30% of global electricity supply and begin pushing fossil fuels off the power grid, a climate consultancy concluded in a report released earlier this month.
Vladimir Putin Tries to Turn the Lights Off in Ukraine
Russia’s latest gambit in Ukraine consists of a coordinated series of missile attacks targeting the country’s electrical infrastructure.
Trump’s Nikki Haley Problem Isn’t Going Away
Donald Trump continues to bleed primary votes to a candidate who has long since dropped out of the race. What does his Nikki Haley problem mean for the outcome of the November election?
Newly Published FBI Records on January 6 Insurrection Leave Much to Be Desired
New FBI briefing notes from January 6 describe a situation that is spiraling out of control, but, due to massive redactions, they pose more questions than they answer.
Which ‘Nobody Knew at the Time’ Will It Be This November?
The GOP has gotten really good at stealing the White House.
Vice President Cannibal
Donald Trump wants someone smart and hungry by his side.
House Dems Demand Answers From Oil Execs About Deal With Trump
Did Donald Trump and oil and gas executives strike a deal in which the latter would raise $1 billion for the former president’s campaign in return for a promise that he would then roll back environmental regulations? House Democrats want to know… and they have some questions for Big Oil.
The Silent Tragedy of Local Restrictions on Renewable Energy
New research shows how policies blocking cleaner energy sources, often inspired by persistent disinformation, harm the communities that adopt them.
Uber or UBI: Will Universal Basic Income Give Tech-Displaced Workers a Lift?
The futures of tech and UBI are intertwined.
Revelation Missing From Trump Trial: He May Also Be a Forger
A fascinating detail reveals so much about Trump — but hardly anyone has paid attention to this damning evidence of fraud.
Coach Tuberville Is Getting in the Game
In America, anyone can grow up to become a senator… even a washed-up football coach.
In Troubling Sign for Biden, Swing State Senate Dems Are Way Ahead of Him
In four swing states, the Democratic Senate candidates are running far ahead of Joe Biden. That should have the president a bit worried.
Tech Companies to Get Congressional Deadline to Clean Up Their Act
In a bipartisan effort to get Big Tech companies to the bargaining table, two senior lawmakers are threatening to take away Section 230, which currently shields them from liability for content posted on their platforms.
Menendez Trial Should Be a Big Deal, But Trump Ruined That, Too
There is a major trial happening in Manhattan involving a politician facing serious charges. But it’s not what you think… and that’s a problem. Because it should be a big deal.
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem Keeps Digging Deeper Holes in Her Gravel Pit
One of Donald Trump’s VP hopefuls bragged about killing her dog in her biography and expected MAGA media to praise her bravery.
After Corrupting Elections, Trump Has Sights Set on Undermining Judicial System
In an act of self-preservation, Donald Trump is trying to shake the faith of his followers in the judicial system. We have seen this play out when he undermined democracy after losing in 2020.
Ukraine: Buying Time While Waiting for American Aid
Ukraine has managed to hold the line while Congress dithered over its new aid package. That said, help will arrive not a moment too soon.
Nearly Half of Insured Cancer Patients Face Medical Debt
An extremely high number of Americans incur medical debt related to their cancer treatment. This causes many to skip out on potentially life-saving follow-up care.
The Late-Breaking Adventures of Bidenman
With Gaza, the president swoops in… eventually.
Did Mercurial RFK Jr. Just Go Max on Abortion for Trump?
The biggest tell yet as to Kennedy’s true role in this election?
Voices of Reason: Debating the Complexities of the Israel-Hamas Conflict
The Israel-Hamas conflict’s complexities, campus protests, global impact, and potential outcomes.
Environmental Change, Written in the DNA of Birds
Two studies of California bird populations show how shifting environments can rewrite animals’ genomes — for better or worse.
House Republicans Heroically Tackle Imaginary Problem
Because their base believes Donald Trump’s lies about a “stolen election,” House Republicans have made utterly unnecessary legislation the centerpiece of their “election integrity” efforts.
Sunlight for Sale: New Study Exposes Old Flaws in the Freedom of Information Act
Was Scalia right about FOIA and its use and misuse?
For Christians Worried About AI, the Devil Is in the Data
Secular concerns about AI-generated art end when you die. With Christians, it’s more complicated.