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It’s a weird time to be an American woman — so let’s read some great writing by them
When you’re all alone with your own personal stash of internalized inadequacies, it’s nice to remember that you’re in good company.
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All is not OK: Oklahoma records 70 earthquakes in a week
Oklahoma's earthquake problem is getting worse, and state leaders aren't doing much about it.
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New USDA dietary guidelines are a win for the meat industry and a loss for the environment
The USDA kept the environmental impact of food out of the picture.
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California gas leak is so bad that governor declares emergency
The country's worst environmental disaster is getting worser.
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Obama is leading a revolution in America’s kitchens
Climate-friendly standards for home appliances will cut carbon and save billions in electricity and water bills.
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One of the angry ranchers’ complaints might make more sense than you think
But the armed militiamen holed up in Oregon are still indefensible wingnuts.
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Another reason fracking sucks: Study links fracking to even more health problems
Surprise! Fracking is still bad for you.
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America was really damn hot last year, scientists confirm
It was the second-hottest year ever in the U.S., and it was awfully wet too.
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Most profitable industry in history whines about Obama and overregulation
Never mind that the oil and gas industry has boomed during the Obama administration.
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Do this cleaning product’s eco-claims actually mean anything?
Wondering what "eco-friendly" and "natural" really mean on product labels? Advice maven Ask Umbra dusts off a few common terms.