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#wildfire

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 8

A new wildfire was reported on January 8, 2025, in Los Angeles County, with details on containment and cause still pending.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Nov. 26

A new wildfire in Los Angeles County has been reported, with efforts to contain it and its cause still unknown.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 8

A new wildfire has emerged in Los Angeles County, with containment status and cause yet to be determined.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 15

A new wildfire was reported in Los Angeles County with an unknown containment status and undetermined cause.

Golden Fire reported in Los Angeles County on Nov. 21

The Golden Fire in Los Angeles County continues to burn without clear containment or known cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 8

A new wildfire, LAC-010183, has erupted in Los Angeles County with no containment status available and its cause still under investigation.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 8

A new wildfire was reported on January 8, 2025, in Los Angeles County, with details on containment and cause still pending.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Nov. 26

A new wildfire in Los Angeles County has been reported, with efforts to contain it and its cause still unknown.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 8

A new wildfire has emerged in Los Angeles County, with containment status and cause yet to be determined.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 15

A new wildfire was reported in Los Angeles County with an unknown containment status and undetermined cause.

Golden Fire reported in Los Angeles County on Nov. 21

The Golden Fire in Los Angeles County continues to burn without clear containment or known cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 8

A new wildfire, LAC-010183, has erupted in Los Angeles County with no containment status available and its cause still under investigation.
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#protests

Colourful lanterns and daredevil motorcyclists: photos of the day Monday

Global activism and cultural expressions are intertwined, depicting both resistance and heritage through diverse events.

Columbia Street Waterfront residents demand city shut down concrete recycling facility over dust, health concerns * Brooklyn Paper

Residents demand shutdown of concrete recycling facility due to hazardous dust and noise affecting health and quality of life.

Activists sentenced over milk pouring stunts

Two animal rights activists were sentenced after pouring milk at department stores in protest, highlighting issues around animal welfare and climate change.

A painted bride and blooming daffodils: photos of the day Monday

Extreme weather and civil unrest are shaping the news landscape heading into New Year 2025.

Colourful lanterns and daredevil motorcyclists: photos of the day Monday

Global activism and cultural expressions are intertwined, depicting both resistance and heritage through diverse events.

Columbia Street Waterfront residents demand city shut down concrete recycling facility over dust, health concerns * Brooklyn Paper

Residents demand shutdown of concrete recycling facility due to hazardous dust and noise affecting health and quality of life.

Activists sentenced over milk pouring stunts

Two animal rights activists were sentenced after pouring milk at department stores in protest, highlighting issues around animal welfare and climate change.

A painted bride and blooming daffodils: photos of the day Monday

Extreme weather and civil unrest are shaping the news landscape heading into New Year 2025.
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#sustainability

Lessons learned in The Building of Lost Causes

Launching a progressive digital newspaper to challenge the oil and gas industry was bold and filled with both ambition and uncertainty.

How Commercial Composting Works

Organic materials make up over 56% of municipal solid waste in America, with a need for better composting solutions.

wael al awar on reclaiming brine for a new sustainable vernacular at public art abu dhabi

Barzakh showcases a sustainable architectural approach that reclaims industrial waste, transforming it into a contextually relevant structure for environmental awareness.

I moved to Bengaluru, India. It used to be like a dream city, but it feels like it's bursting at the seams.

Bengaluru, once a dream city, is now facing urbanization challenges, particularly water scarcity, prompting discussions on sustainability and community action.

Letters to the Editor, January 2025 - High Country News

HCN fosters dialogue on complex environmental issues, providing hope and wisdom during challenging times.

Lessons learned in The Building of Lost Causes

Launching a progressive digital newspaper to challenge the oil and gas industry was bold and filled with both ambition and uncertainty.

How Commercial Composting Works

Organic materials make up over 56% of municipal solid waste in America, with a need for better composting solutions.

wael al awar on reclaiming brine for a new sustainable vernacular at public art abu dhabi

Barzakh showcases a sustainable architectural approach that reclaims industrial waste, transforming it into a contextually relevant structure for environmental awareness.

I moved to Bengaluru, India. It used to be like a dream city, but it feels like it's bursting at the seams.

Bengaluru, once a dream city, is now facing urbanization challenges, particularly water scarcity, prompting discussions on sustainability and community action.

Letters to the Editor, January 2025 - High Country News

HCN fosters dialogue on complex environmental issues, providing hope and wisdom during challenging times.
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#sydney-beaches

Ball-shaped debris washes up at Sydney's Bondi, Coogee, Maroubra and Cronulla beaches

Unidentified ball-shaped debris continues to wash ashore at Sydney beaches, with no known source identified yet.

Sydney's unusual sewerage system to blame for faecal and fat balls on beaches, experts claim

Sydney's beaches faced closures due to mysterious sewage-related debris, prompting experts to point towards the city's outdated sewage management system.

Ball-shaped debris washes up at Sydney's Bondi, Coogee, Maroubra and Cronulla beaches

Unidentified ball-shaped debris continues to wash ashore at Sydney beaches, with no known source identified yet.

Sydney's unusual sewerage system to blame for faecal and fat balls on beaches, experts claim

Sydney's beaches faced closures due to mysterious sewage-related debris, prompting experts to point towards the city's outdated sewage management system.
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#economic-uncertainty

Opinion | How to Find Order in a Chaotic New World

The global landscape is increasingly chaotic, requiring innovative cooperation among nations to address pressing global challenges.

Juxtapoz Magazine - Farley Aguilar "Haunted Futures" @ Lyles & King, NYC

Farley Aguilar's 'Haunted Future' addresses economic and environmental uncertainties through his artwork.

Opinion | How to Find Order in a Chaotic New World

The global landscape is increasingly chaotic, requiring innovative cooperation among nations to address pressing global challenges.

Juxtapoz Magazine - Farley Aguilar "Haunted Futures" @ Lyles & King, NYC

Farley Aguilar's 'Haunted Future' addresses economic and environmental uncertainties through his artwork.
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Streetsblog California Editor Signs Off - Streetsblog California

The transition marked by the editor's retirement highlights the ongoing challenges in California's policies regarding urban safety and environmental efficiency.
#wildfires

The Media's Mega-Failure on LA's Mega-Fires

Journalism often fails to connect current environmental disasters like mega-fires to climate change, despite the urgent need for coverage.

Column: California's cycle of fiery destruction and reconstruction is older than you might think

The ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles reveal deep concerns about environmental factors, urban development decisions, and the escalating risks of natural disasters.

Hazardous wildfire smoke is making L.A. air hard to breathe

Billowing wildfire smoke in Los Angeles caused school closures and hazardous air quality, severely impacting health, especially among vulnerable populations.

Pure Fiction': Trump Cites Nonexistent Declaration' He Claims Would've Contained SoCal Wildfires by Now

Trump incorrectly blamed Governor Newsom for worsening wildfires, citing a nonexistent water declaration, demonstrating misinformation's role in political rhetoric.

Sunday Links: Pacifica, Imperiled by the Ocean, Is Divided on Its Future

Pacifica's community is divided on climate change responses: seawalls or relocation.

LA Times Reports Major Pacific Palisades Reservoir Was Offline And Empty When Fires Broke Out

The Santa Ynez Reservoir's offline status contributed to inadequate water supply for firefighters during LA-area wildfires.

The Media's Mega-Failure on LA's Mega-Fires

Journalism often fails to connect current environmental disasters like mega-fires to climate change, despite the urgent need for coverage.

Column: California's cycle of fiery destruction and reconstruction is older than you might think

The ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles reveal deep concerns about environmental factors, urban development decisions, and the escalating risks of natural disasters.

Hazardous wildfire smoke is making L.A. air hard to breathe

Billowing wildfire smoke in Los Angeles caused school closures and hazardous air quality, severely impacting health, especially among vulnerable populations.

Pure Fiction': Trump Cites Nonexistent Declaration' He Claims Would've Contained SoCal Wildfires by Now

Trump incorrectly blamed Governor Newsom for worsening wildfires, citing a nonexistent water declaration, demonstrating misinformation's role in political rhetoric.

Sunday Links: Pacifica, Imperiled by the Ocean, Is Divided on Its Future

Pacifica's community is divided on climate change responses: seawalls or relocation.

LA Times Reports Major Pacific Palisades Reservoir Was Offline And Empty When Fires Broke Out

The Santa Ynez Reservoir's offline status contributed to inadequate water supply for firefighters during LA-area wildfires.
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Climate activists who target artworks using Suffragette tactics', says artist

Protesters are effectively using symbolic damage to raise awareness of climate change through high-profile art attacks.
#california-wildfires

6 years ago, Elon Musk offered help during wildfires. This time he blamed DEI

Elon Musk's response to California wildfires has shifted dramatically from seeking help in 2018 to criticizing climate change discussions in 2024.

Trump's Erroneous Claims about the Los Angeles Fire Response, Debunked

California's water distribution system is complex; immediate solutions to wildfire crises are not as simple as redirecting water from the north.

Donald Trump trolls Gavin Newsom about Los Angeles fires. Why do his lies work? | Opinion

California's wildfires are exacerbated by wind, not water mismanagement, contrary to public misconceptions and political claims.

Joy Reid Blasts Murdoch's Puppet' Jesse Watters for Blaming SoCal Wildfires on Indians'

Conservative pundits are irrationally blaming California wildfires on diverse leadership rather than addressing climate and environmental factors.
Joy Reid condemns the absurdity of linking wildfires to socioeconomic and racial issues.

6 years ago, Elon Musk offered help during wildfires. This time he blamed DEI

Elon Musk's response to California wildfires has shifted dramatically from seeking help in 2018 to criticizing climate change discussions in 2024.

Trump's Erroneous Claims about the Los Angeles Fire Response, Debunked

California's water distribution system is complex; immediate solutions to wildfire crises are not as simple as redirecting water from the north.

Donald Trump trolls Gavin Newsom about Los Angeles fires. Why do his lies work? | Opinion

California's wildfires are exacerbated by wind, not water mismanagement, contrary to public misconceptions and political claims.

Joy Reid Blasts Murdoch's Puppet' Jesse Watters for Blaming SoCal Wildfires on Indians'

Conservative pundits are irrationally blaming California wildfires on diverse leadership rather than addressing climate and environmental factors.
Joy Reid condemns the absurdity of linking wildfires to socioeconomic and racial issues.
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The Shetland Way by Marianne Brown review a daughter's journey to the heart of the climate crisis

The Shetland Way intreweaves personal memoir with environmental issues, marking a journey of self-discovery and connection to heritage amidst a changing world.

Joan Didion and Mike Davis understood LA through its fires. Even they didn't predict this week

Fire in Los Angeles symbolizes deep-rooted issues within the city, reflecting societal critiques on capitalism and materialism.

12 Eye-Opening Reads to Kick-Start Your 2025 Reading Goals

2024 features diverse books that shift perspectives and address significant historical and cultural themes, from environmental crises to indigenous rights.
#conservation

Photos show the impact of climate change on national parks

Climate change significantly threatens national parks in the US, impacting ecosystems and visitor experiences.

This Week In Maligned Little Fish | Defector

Two endangered fish species, the snail darter and delta smelt, highlight complex conservation challenges and societal responses to environmental issues.

Beddington Farmlands site still incomplete a year after completion was promised

Planned public access to the Beddington Farmlands nature reserve has been delayed, frustrating conservationists and endangering local wildlife.

Photos show the impact of climate change on national parks

Climate change significantly threatens national parks in the US, impacting ecosystems and visitor experiences.

This Week In Maligned Little Fish | Defector

Two endangered fish species, the snail darter and delta smelt, highlight complex conservation challenges and societal responses to environmental issues.

Beddington Farmlands site still incomplete a year after completion was promised

Planned public access to the Beddington Farmlands nature reserve has been delayed, frustrating conservationists and endangering local wildlife.
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Photos of the Week: Siberian Tiger, Frosty Foliage, Snowball Fight

The article highlights diverse global events ranging from cultural festivals to environmental challenges, reflecting the complexities of contemporary life.

The Roller-Skating Economist You Can Thank for Congestion Pricing

William Vickrey's insights into transportation inefficiency laid the groundwork for congestion pricing, reflecting ongoing struggles between environmental policies and economic realities.

The tree frog die-off that sparked a global mystery - and revealed a dark truth | Aeon Videos

The documentary details Karen Lips's shocking discovery of a missing frog species, emphasizing human impact on ecosystems.
It portrays a global ecological crisis through personal narrative and artistic representation.
#public-health

Great global photos from 2024: These images delighted us, touched us, dazzled us

The 2024 photo roundup captures diverse human experiences and environmental issues through compelling imagery.

Health experts rally for call to arms' to protect children from toxic chemicals

Urgent action is needed to revamp laws worldwide to protect children from diseases linked to chemical exposures.

In the dust of the Coachella Valley, residents push for a park along the shrinking Salton Sea

The Salton Sea faces environmental challenges due to shrinking water levels and health issues in surrounding communities.

Man Busted Dumping Toxic Waste in Human Cemetery

A man was sentenced to 12 months in jail for illegally dumping asbestos waste near a cemetery.

'Our neighbourhood looks like a dump due to council neglect'

Residents in Canons Park, North London, feel neglected and believe their area is deteriorating due to inadequate council support.

Great global photos from 2024: These images delighted us, touched us, dazzled us

The 2024 photo roundup captures diverse human experiences and environmental issues through compelling imagery.

Health experts rally for call to arms' to protect children from toxic chemicals

Urgent action is needed to revamp laws worldwide to protect children from diseases linked to chemical exposures.

In the dust of the Coachella Valley, residents push for a park along the shrinking Salton Sea

The Salton Sea faces environmental challenges due to shrinking water levels and health issues in surrounding communities.

Man Busted Dumping Toxic Waste in Human Cemetery

A man was sentenced to 12 months in jail for illegally dumping asbestos waste near a cemetery.

'Our neighbourhood looks like a dump due to council neglect'

Residents in Canons Park, North London, feel neglected and believe their area is deteriorating due to inadequate council support.
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Exxon sues California AG Bonta, environmental groups over recycled plastic 'smear'

Exxon Mobil is suing California Attorney General Rob Bonta for alleged defamatory statements regarding its plastic recycling capabilities.

Opinion: In our California county, we've been abandoned by both parties

Imperial Valley's political shift reflects betrayal by both parties, not a clear move towards Republican values.
#journalism

SFGATE is betting on national parks in 2025

SFGATE aims to enhance coverage of national parks with in-depth journalism that addresses both their beauty and the challenges they face.

AP Week in Pictures

The Independent prioritizes accessible, fact-based journalism to address critical issues across political spectrums.

SFGATE is betting on national parks in 2025

SFGATE aims to enhance coverage of national parks with in-depth journalism that addresses both their beauty and the challenges they face.

AP Week in Pictures

The Independent prioritizes accessible, fact-based journalism to address critical issues across political spectrums.
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#fossil-fuels

Canada's Gas Brings Indigenous People New Money, and Old Worries

Indigenous communities are at the forefront of a new fossil fuel export terminal, balancing economic opportunity with environmental concerns.

Organizers Fight the Greenwashing of Plastic Pollution With Grassroots Power

The global plastics crisis demands grassroots activism as corporate interests dominate production and waste management.

Canada's Gas Brings Indigenous People New Money, and Old Worries

Indigenous communities are at the forefront of a new fossil fuel export terminal, balancing economic opportunity with environmental concerns.

Organizers Fight the Greenwashing of Plastic Pollution With Grassroots Power

The global plastics crisis demands grassroots activism as corporate interests dominate production and waste management.
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#wildlife-conservation

An Indigenous Group in Quebec Tries to Keep the Caribou Alive

The caribou's declining numbers highlight the cultural and ecological significance of wildlife conservation in Canada.

Plastic penis, giant cuddly unicorn, and Tayto packet from 1978 among pollution found by beach clean-up group in 2024

Flossie and The Beach Cleaners collected 6,925kg of trash from beaches in 163 cleanups this year, raising both awareness and concern about marine pollution.

An Indigenous Group in Quebec Tries to Keep the Caribou Alive

The caribou's declining numbers highlight the cultural and ecological significance of wildlife conservation in Canada.

Plastic penis, giant cuddly unicorn, and Tayto packet from 1978 among pollution found by beach clean-up group in 2024

Flossie and The Beach Cleaners collected 6,925kg of trash from beaches in 163 cleanups this year, raising both awareness and concern about marine pollution.
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#climate-change

Climate change: 2024 caps 'decade of deadly heat,' UN says DW 12/30/2024

2024 is projected to be the hottest year on record, exacerbating climate-related disasters.

Miami groups join together to launch Miami Climate Week and year-round push for action

Miami is a focal point in global climate change discussions due to its vulnerability to sea level rise.

Climate change: 2024 caps 'decade of deadly heat,' UN says DW 12/30/2024

2024 is projected to be the hottest year on record, exacerbating climate-related disasters.

Miami groups join together to launch Miami Climate Week and year-round push for action

Miami is a focal point in global climate change discussions due to its vulnerability to sea level rise.
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Culture that impacted our sense of the West - High Country News

Cultural experiences profoundly shape and expand our understanding of place and identity.
#cultural-heritage

Anna Ferrer: Parenostic

Ferrer blends traditional melodies and modern themes, creating music that resonates with regional heritage while addressing contemporary issues.

Under a 'grandma moon,' Native Americans honor their sacred pact with salmon

The Nisqually Indian Tribe’s Winter Moon Celebration emphasizes the sacred relationship between the tribe and salmon, highlighting cultural traditions and environmental challenges.

Anna Ferrer: Parenostic

Ferrer blends traditional melodies and modern themes, creating music that resonates with regional heritage while addressing contemporary issues.

Under a 'grandma moon,' Native Americans honor their sacred pact with salmon

The Nisqually Indian Tribe’s Winter Moon Celebration emphasizes the sacred relationship between the tribe and salmon, highlighting cultural traditions and environmental challenges.
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Meet the rescuers who save cold-stunned sea turtles

The New York Marine Rescue Center rescued a record number of cold-stunned sea turtles during an early December cold snap.

You Asked: How Do I Safely Discard Frying Oil?

Proper disposal of used cooking oil is crucial to prevent plumbing issues and environmental damage.
Oil solidifiers simplify the cleaning process after frying, making disposal much easier.

Governor helps secure $250 million to help fix the Tijuana River sewage crisis

Significant federal funding has been secured to address the Tijuana River sewage crisis affecting California's coast. 250 million dollars will aid infrastructure improvements.

How Thinking Small Can Help Nonprofits Weather a Giving Drought - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

A second Trump administration raises urgent concerns for nonprofits focused on social justice and environmental issues, with donor fatigue becoming problematic.

NPR's most-read stories of 2024 include a scam-fighter and zombie second mortgages

NPR readers sought analysis and news context amid the tumultuous 2024 election season and pressing societal issues.
#community-action

East Bay Trash Pandas volunteer group fed up with illegal dumping yards deep at iconic Grizzly Peak

Illegal dumping on Grizzly Peak Boulevard has created a serious environmental issue prompting community volunteers to clean up.
UC Berkeley has been criticized for inaction regarding the cleanup of littered land under its ownership.

Chalfont St. Peter's business owners stand strong in sewage floods

The A413 closure negatively impacts local businesses and the community awaits Thames Water's long-term solutions to sewage flooding.

East Bay Trash Pandas volunteer group fed up with illegal dumping yards deep at iconic Grizzly Peak

Illegal dumping on Grizzly Peak Boulevard has created a serious environmental issue prompting community volunteers to clean up.
UC Berkeley has been criticized for inaction regarding the cleanup of littered land under its ownership.

Chalfont St. Peter's business owners stand strong in sewage floods

The A413 closure negatively impacts local businesses and the community awaits Thames Water's long-term solutions to sewage flooding.
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Where Food Waste Goes In Southern California | KQED

CRC's bankruptcy recovery raises environmental concerns about oil well cleanup responsibilities in California.
#community-concerns

Trendy NYC neighborhood invaded by 'Greenpoint Stink' - and locals have savage take on promise it'll soon smell better: 'Biggest bulls-t'

Local politicians promise a solution to the 'Greenpoint Stink,' but residents remain skeptical about the effectiveness of this plan.

Mystery smell in Chelsea, Winthrop, East Boston

Residents in Chelsea and surrounding areas are experiencing a mysterious gas-like odor prompting complaints and investigations.

Trendy NYC neighborhood invaded by 'Greenpoint Stink' - and locals have savage take on promise it'll soon smell better: 'Biggest bulls-t'

Local politicians promise a solution to the 'Greenpoint Stink,' but residents remain skeptical about the effectiveness of this plan.

Mystery smell in Chelsea, Winthrop, East Boston

Residents in Chelsea and surrounding areas are experiencing a mysterious gas-like odor prompting complaints and investigations.
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Public anger over water bill rises is justified, says UK environment secretary

Public anger over water bill increases is justified due to government failures in infrastructure investment and regulation.

A Letter to Philanthropy: Saviorism Will Not Save Our Ecosystems - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Severn Cullis-Suzuki's speech underscores the urgent call for ethical responsibility in environmental stewardship from leaders to protect future generations.

Swimmers, the Sphinx and an effigy on wheels: photos of the day Thursday

Extreme swimming in icy waters is believed to enhance immunity.
Inflatable decorations signal community spirit during the Christmas season.

Crackdown planned on the flytipping gangs dumping toxic waste

Brentwood Council blames criminal gangs for a sharp increase in flytipping incidents, which have doubled in the last two years to over 1,400 annually.
#plastic-pollution

Nations Fail to Reach an Agreement on Plastic Pollution

Delegates at the UN conference in Busan failed to agree on a treaty to combat plastic pollution, with key differences remaining among nations.

Daily briefing: Homo erectus, I presume? Footprints show ancient hominins crossed paths

Ancient footprints reveal coexistence of Homo erectus and Paranthropus boisei 1.5 million years ago.

Nations Fail to Reach an Agreement on Plastic Pollution

Delegates at the UN conference in Busan failed to agree on a treaty to combat plastic pollution, with key differences remaining among nations.

Daily briefing: Homo erectus, I presume? Footprints show ancient hominins crossed paths

Ancient footprints reveal coexistence of Homo erectus and Paranthropus boisei 1.5 million years ago.
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Juxtapoz Magazine - Muzae Sesay Debuts at Tiwani Contemporary with "born on the earth."

Muzae Sesay's work combines personal and societal reflections, highlighting environmental issues through art inspired by his Oakland community.
#health-impact

In the town Erin Brockovich made famous, residents still fear dirty water

The settlement did not resolve ongoing contamination issues in Hinkley; many residents still struggle with health problems and disillusionment.

The smell hurts': why has the supreme court washed its hands of Argentina's rotten river'?

The Riachuelo River, heavily polluted for over two centuries, now lacks court oversight for cleanup despite severe health impacts on local residents.

In the town Erin Brockovich made famous, residents still fear dirty water

The settlement did not resolve ongoing contamination issues in Hinkley; many residents still struggle with health problems and disillusionment.

The smell hurts': why has the supreme court washed its hands of Argentina's rotten river'?

The Riachuelo River, heavily polluted for over two centuries, now lacks court oversight for cleanup despite severe health impacts on local residents.
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