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The not-quite-perfect storm: Miami dodged the bullet last time, but can its luck hold out?
When Hurricane Andrew struck Southeast Florida in 1992, it only skirted Miami -- but it still did massive damage. The next one will likely be much, much worse
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Congressional Climate Task Force calls for coal leasing reform
The Bicameral Task Force on Climate Change today released several recommendations for the Department of Interior to support President Obama’s Climate Action Plan, including a call to reform the federal […]
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A big win for small farmers (and the eaters who love them)
The Food Safety Modernization Act might have put some small farmers out of business. After a public outcry, the FDA promises to make significant changes to the rules.
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Dolphins in Louisiana’s Barataria Bay much sicker after BP oil spill
Dolphins and oil don't mix.
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Five Years After Tragic Disaster in Tennessee, Still No Coal Ash Safeguards
This coming Sunday, Dec. 22, marks five years since the Kingston Coal Plant’s ash dam in Tennessee ruptured, sending more than a billion gallons of toxic sludge into homes, onto […]
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As Sea Ice Shrinks, Arctic Shipping Options Expand
By Janet Larsen and Emily E. Adams On October 7, 2013, the Nordic Orion bulk carrier ship completed its journey from Vancouver, Canada, to Pori, Finland, having traveled northward around […]
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Block party: Are activists thwarting GMO innovation?
GM technology hasn't lived up to its hype. Genetic-engineering proponents blame activists. Here's a deeper look at the GMO blame game.
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A glitter-covered banner got these protesters arrested for staging a bioterrorism hoax
Energy giants have lobbied police to treat environmental activists like potential terrorists. Looks like it's working.
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Thanks for helping Grist end the year with a bang. We intend to put your dollars to good use.
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Vitamin D’oh: Your multivitamins aren’t doing a damn thing
A group of influential doctors warn that there's no evidence multivitamins improve health. Should you take them anyway?
