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Upbeat Environmental News?

117 implied HN points • 01 Aug 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Electric Vehicles
  1. Non-profit organizations like The Progress Network and Environmental Health News share positive environmental news to inspire collective action.
  2. Countries are joining forces to address environmental challenges, such as cutting methane emissions, leading to a healthier future.
  3. Investments in green initiatives and infrastructure are boosting the economy while supporting sustainability goals, like electric vehicle adoption.

Ending the Covid-19 Public Health Emergency

117 implied HN points • 19 Feb 23
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Healthcare access Poverty
  1. The Biden Administration is transitioning out of the Covid-19 Public Health Emergency by letting declarations expire together in May 2023.
  2. The end of the emergency declarations may lead to higher costs for COVID tests and cuts to programs like SNAP benefits.
  3. Some leaders advocate for an immediate end to the emergency declarations, while others support a phased approach for a safer transition.

A Mishmash of Monday Readings

117 implied HN points • 14 Mar 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Policy Community Legislation Economics Government
  1. Preserving dirt roads is about connecting to nature and heritage, slowing down, and appreciating rural life.
  2. Communities are banning Dollar Stores due to predatory business practices and negative impact on local businesses and communities.
  3. Senator Elizabeth Warren discusses the failures of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank and the need for financial regulations.

Hunger In America

58 implied HN points • 08 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Economy Poverty
  1. Over 25% of American adults are food insecure due to high inflation and the end of pandemic benefits.
  2. The increase in dollar stores has led to negative impacts on locally owned stores and products.
  3. Food prices have surged, and corporate profits are soaring while millions of Americans, including children, face food insecurity.
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Readings For Our Country's Birthday

39 implied HN points • 05 Jul 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics History Justice Society Culture
  1. Some Americans are choosing not to celebrate Independence Day due to various reasons like environmental concerns and feelings of unease.
  2. There are articles discussing the deep-rooted racism against indigenous peoples in the country's founding documents.
  3. Exploring unconventional perspectives, like how dogs might experience anxiety during 4th of July fireworks.

A Trio of Environmental Articles For Your Sunday/Monday Reads

39 implied HN points • 03 Apr 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Politics Health Business Articles Mental health
  1. Politics and our natural world are interconnected; we need to reduce fossil fuel use and harmful chemicals to protect our environment and ourselves.
  2. Deforestation can lead to disease outbreaks by creating close contact zones between humans and wild animals.
  3. Climate change not only impacts physical health but can also have negative effects on mental health, leading to anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues.