Resisting fascism includes respecting our environment and fellow species

Prince William meets young environmentalists and plays rugby on first day of South Africa visit

Britain’s Prince William offered words of encouragement to a group of young environmentalists and later joined a rugby practice at a local school as he opened his visit to South Africa

World - ABC News - 5 days ago

Prince William attends his Earthshot environment awards in South Africa

Prince William wore white biodegradable sneakers as he walked the “green carpet” at his Earthshot Prize environmental awards ceremony in South Africa

World - ABC News - 2 days ago

Our perverse respect for immense wealth allows Musk and Zuckerberg to run riot | John Naughton

The megalomaniacs who control X and Facebook are only able to pollute the public sphere and undermine democracy because of our deference to money. There are two kinds of aphrodisiac. The first is ...

World - The Guardian - October 26

A Skeleton Bank of Understudied Species

With a new database of medical images, zoo and wildlife vets can finally see what healthy uncommon animals, from rhinos and tamarins to pangolins and sea stars, should look like on the inside.

World - The New York Times - October 26

Here's a rapid-fire update on all 33 portfolio stocks, including our 2 newest positions

Jim Cramer broke down each holding Wednesday during the October Monthly Meeting.

Business - CNBC - October 16

Bacon urges 'respect' for election

Rep. Don Bacon (R-Neb.) in a Sunday interview urged “respect" for "our elections” as the 2024 election looms. “We have to respect our elections, and I get it, candidates have the right to go to ...

Politics - The Hill - October 20

Energy & Environment — A lithium trove in Arkansas?

{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Arkansas could be key lithium source, study finds Arkansas's Smackover Formation could have up to 19 million tons of lithium, ...

Politics - The Hill - October 22

Terry, Carlsson lead Ducks to 3-1 victory over winless Sharks

Troy Terry and Leo Carlsson scored Anaheim’s first power-play goals of the season, Lukas Dostal made 27 saves and the Ducks kept San Jose winless with a 3-1 win over the Sharks

Sports - ABC News - October 23

Trudeau Urged by Fellow Party Members to Step Down

Liberal Party members fear Justin Trudeau has become so unpopular that it could lead to the party’s defeat in the next election. Mr. Trudeau has said he has no plans to leave.

World - The New York Times - October 23

The west’s halfhearted resistance to Russia

Ukraine’s friends can be much tougher with Moscow’s ‘shadow fleet’ — and other economic weapons

World - Financial Times - October 17

Japan, UK and Italy to expedite next-generation fighter jet to replace F-2s and Eurofighter Typhoons

The defense ministers of Japan, the U.K. and Italy have agreed to accelerate the joint development of a next-generation fighter jet

Tech - ABC News - October 20

Is It Fascism? A Leading Historian Changes His Mind.

Robert Paxton thought the label was overused. But now he’s alarmed by what he sees in global politics — including Trumpism.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 23

America isn’t too worried about fascism

Harris is correct that the republic is in danger but that message may not suffice to prevent a Trump victory

Business - Financial Times - October 29

FAA rule creates 'operating environment' for 'air taxis'

The Federal Aviation Administration issued the final rule for air taxis and other electric-powered aircraft on Tuesday, calling the regulations the "final piece in the puzzle" to introducing these ...

Politics - The Hill - October 23

Energy & Environment — Harris, Trump draw contrast on climate

{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story What would Trump and Harris do on energy, climate change? Vice President Harris and former President Trump are offering a stark ...

Politics - The Hill - October 23

Why are disposable vapes so bad for the environment?

Single-use disposable vapes will be banned to protect children's health and reduce environmental damage.

What does Trump's win mean for the environment?

Click for the latest from The Hill {beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story What does Trump's win mean for the environment? President-elect Trump’s electoral victory will ...

Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago

Michael Keaton: Trump, Musk don't respect supporters

Actor Michael Keaton said former President Trump and tech billionaire Elon Musk don’t respect their supporters, in a video posted to Instagram this week. “You know, for some of you folks who, guys, ...

Politics - The Hill - October 24

'Not respected' Real Madrid absent from Ballon d'Or

European champions Real Madrid were awarded best club but chose not to attend Monday's Ballon d'Or ceremony over a perceived lack of respect.

It’s America’s civic duty to renounce violence and respect the process

In a democracy, patriotism means loving your country because of its politicians sometimes, but despite its politics, always.

Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago

Marinakis 'undermined respect for game' says FA

Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis' appeal against a five-game stadium ban is dismissed to "send a clear message" after he "undermined respect for the game of football," says the FA.

Shapiro on Trump win in Pennsylvania: 'The will of the people must be respected'

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro (D) responded Thursday to former President Trump’s election victory, arguing “the will of the people must be respected.” “Our Commonwealth once again held a free, ...

Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago

Polish zoo celebrates the birth of 4 Sumatran tigers, a critically endangered species

Their birth was a guarded secret at first due to fears they may not survive

World - ABC News - October 18

How a nearly extinct crocodile species returned from the brink in Cambodia

The hatching of clutches of critically endangered Siamese crocodiles in Cambodia is an unlikely comeback, aided by an even unlikelier ally

World - ABC News - October 23

Third of world's tree species slide towards extinction, say scientists

Scientists have revealed that more than a third of tree species are facing extinction.

More than a third of all trees species at risk of extinction

The International Union for Conservation of Nature found more than one in three tree species worldwide faces extinction.

Invasive Species Are Threatening the Quality of New York’s Tap Water

Zebra mussels, hydrilla, and now a water flea have made their homes in New Croton Reservoir.

Tech - Wired - 7 hours ago

Carlsson, Terry score power-play goals and Dostal stops 41 as Ducks top Islanders 3-1

Leo Carlsson and Troy Terry scored power-play goals, Lukas Dostal turned aside 41 shots and the Anaheim Ducks beat the New York Islanders 3-1

Sports - ABC News - October 29

Commanders QB Jayden Daniels throws 18-yard TD pass to Terry McLaurin

Daniels-to-McLaurin cashed in for a second touchdown to give the Commanders a 21-7 lead over Giants.

Sports - ESPN - 6 days ago

Time100 Next Party Honors Sabrina Carpenter and More

The singer stayed out of sight before performing at a party celebrating young actors, musicians, politicians, doctors and more.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - October 10

Noah Lyles and fellow Olympian Junelle Bromfield announce engagement

Olympians Noah Lyles and Junelle Bromfield are ready to sprint down the aisle.

Maine’s Jared Golden is ready to make things awkward for his fellow Democrats

Rep. Jared Golden may be the heir apparent to West Virginia’s Joe Manchin in trying to claw Democrats away from the left on issues like energy and the environment.

Politics - Politico - October 14

Teamsters plead with fellow members to back Harris in battleground state Wisconsin

The Teamsters union in Wisconsin is among the groups urging members to support Democrats, who they say have stood with labor.

RFK Jr. recommends fellow vaccine skeptic to Trump for HHS secretary

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who has been advising the Trump transition team, has recommended a fellow vaccine skeptic to lead the Health and Human Services Dept., sources say.

Marie Gluesenkamp Perez Wants Fellow Democrats to Look in the Mirror

Representative Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, who is on track to win re-election in a rural Washington district, says her party needs to stop demonizing others and change the candidates it supports.

Top stories - The New York Times - Yesterday

Harris agrees with Charlamagne Tha God that Trump campaign is about 'fascism'

Vice President Harris on Tuesday agreed with radio host Charlamagne Tha God when he called former President Trump’s vision one of “fascism.” Harris, during a live radio interview from Detroit, was ...

Politics - The Hill - October 15

Lawler: Rhetoric about Trump-related fascism 'needs to stop'

Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) said the rhetoric about former President Trump and fascism hurts other Republicans and “needs to stop.” Lawler joined CBS News's “Face the Nation” on Sunday morning to ...