"It's absolutely shocking what's going on," say insiders. Secretive changes have diluted science and jeopardized public health. Will Obama overcome Bush's toxic legacy?
Tuesday, Nov 11, 2008 11:54 AM UTC 66Consumer advocates worry that the FDA is throwing open the barn door to genetically engineered animals too quickly.
Tuesday, Mar 4, 2008 12:37 PM UTC 37Cut up to 10 percent of your electric bill simply by turning off "vampire" appliances that run all night.
Thursday, Jan 24, 2008 12:25 PM UTC 57Organic cotton is a leap ahead for the garment industry -- not so the toxic dyes and finishing agents used in trendy eco-jeans.
Monday, Jan 7, 2008 11:28 AM UTCAmazing kid swings, handbags, local food deliveries and more -- all organic or handcrafted from recycled materials.
Monday, Dec 10, 2007 12:29 PM UTC 20Figuring out which (if any) organic wine to buy can feel like navigating dawn with a hangover.
Saturday, Dec 1, 2007 12:11 PM UTC 44Now that I am ready to start investing, I want to find out if my money can grow in green fields.
Monday, Nov 26, 2007 11:49 AM UTC 16Should you put your trust in the Energy Star rating when buying a a new appliance?
Monday, Nov 19, 2007 12:44 PM UTC 45How we dry our hands has more of an impact than you might imagine.
Monday, Nov 12, 2007 12:15 PM UTC 106Bamboo is a wise alternative to wood products. But there are still a few toxic snakes in the grass.
Monday, Nov 5, 2007 11:24 AM UTC 21Plenty of new fuel-efficient cars pollute less than trendy hybrids, without draining your bank account.
Monday, Oct 29, 2007 11:02 AM UTC 182Proposed regulatory changes, obtained by Salon, would destroy the "safety net for animals and plants on the brink of extinction," say environmentalists.
Tuesday, Mar 27, 2007 12:20 PM UTC 43Doctors at the Seattle hospital that operated on a disabled girl to keep her from reaching sexual maturity -- the controversial "Ashley Treatment" -- were more troubled by the procedure than has been reported previously.
Friday, Feb 9, 2007 12:40 PM UTC 158The label sounds nice but doesn't guarantee those expensive soaps and lotions were created without being tested on animals.
Wednesday, Dec 13, 2006 12:34 PM UTC 24To protest the war in Iraq, a media artist infiltrates the U.S. Army's popular online video game and gets himself shot. While angry gamers, soldiers and even some peace activists call him a nuisance, others say his message hits home.
Saturday, Sep 16, 2006 12:30 PM UTC 95The Microsoft mogul says America needs more foreign engineers and programmers to compete. Critics say it's all about cheap labor.
Friday, May 26, 2006 11:30 AM UTC 63In the Rockies, a gas-extraction process called "fracking" may be releasing a carcinogenic stew of chemicals. Dozens of people say it has made them seriously ill, but the EPA refuses to investigate -- a failure one of its own engineers calls "irrational and corrupt."
Friday, May 5, 2006 11:00 AM UTC 16House Republicans were shamed into "compromise" on $454 million of bacon earmarked for Alaskan bridges -- but the pork just got recanned.
Wednesday, Nov 23, 2005 12:37 PM UTCThe Gulf Coast is drowning in a poisonous stew, people are dying from waterborne bacteria, and federal funds have been drained by years of pro-industry policies. Katrina is one of the worst environmental catastrophes in U.S. history.
Friday, Sep 9, 2005 11:41 PM UTCAlaska's Gravina Island (population less than 50) will soon be connected to the megalopolis of Ketchikan (pop. 8,000) by a bridge nearly as long as the Golden Gate and higher than the Brooklyn Bridge. Alaska residents can thank Rep. Don Young, who just brought home $941 million worth of bacon.
Tuesday, Aug 9, 2005 10:34 PM UTCPage 1 of 2 in Rebecca Clarren
Judge tells lesbian couple to separate -- or lose kids
9-year-old slams Rahm over Chicago schools
Greek yogurt, toxic waste hazard?
Tornado survivor to Wolf Blitzer: Sorry, I'm an atheist. I don't have to thank the Lord
Experts: Fox News spying scandal a game-changer
Glenn Beck: CNN interview with atheist tornado survivor was a setup!
Joe Francis apologizes for calling jury "retarded"
Graphic video reportedly shows possible London machete attack suspect
Couple files groundbreaking lawsuit over child's sexual-reassignment surgery
Bush cancels Europe trip amid calls for his arrest
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