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Climate change made Louisiana’s devastating floods more likely
A new study finds that similar downpours can now be expected every 30 years.
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Today, I learned I am running for Veep
Grist's own Nathan(ael) Johnson selected as presidential running mate? Here's his platform.
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Where does baking soda come from, and is it really so eco-friendly?
Advice columnist Umbra Fisk digs down to find out about the mining and manufacturing processes used to produce baking soda.
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The EPA has a sexual harassment problem
Women say EPA officials sexually harassed them -- and their bosses did nothing.
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Underpaid, overworked farmworkers set to get liberal labor protections. Farmers grumble.
Farmworkers could finally get equal rights for overtime pay.
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Nashville has big transit plans. Can they succeed in a conservative state?
The fast-growing city could get new light rail, bus rapid transit, and more -- but first, there are some hurdles.
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Should you always turn the lights out when leaving a room?
A reader wonders if it's wasteful to flip lights on and off too quickly. Advice columnist Umbra Fisk offers an illuminating answer.
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Beautiful map shows the future of animal migration
This mesmerizing GIF shows how a warming planet is forcing animals to relocate.
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Forest fires may be natural, but that doesn’t make them popular
Our new policy to let forest fires burn is inspired by nature. Unfortunately, nature doesn’t always behave as we’d like.
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This playground encourages kids to use tools, get dirty, and let their imaginations run wild
The "adventure playground" trend hits New York City.
