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Little-Known Gov. Bank Gave $34 Billion to Overseas Fossil Fuel Projects Under Obama's Tenure

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Boeing, General Electric, and Exxon Mobil among the beneficiaries, says researcher Susanne Rust.

December 4, 2016
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Submitted by: Love Knowledge
Category: Politics

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The Numbers That Tell the Story of This Standing Rock Victory

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The Army Corps announced Sunday that the Dakota Access pipeline will be rerouted. Here are the numbers that show what lies ahead.

December 5, 2016
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Submitted by: Love Knowledge
Category: Justice

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Activism

Blaming Trump’s Win on the Age Group Least Responsible for It

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Before the election, corporate media nonsensically tried to blame the rise of Donald Trump on Millennials (FAIR.org, 10/10/16)—and now, after the election, the Washington Post is still at it.

December 5, 2016
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Category: Media

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A Weight on the World: Humanity Has Created a Staggering 30 Trillion Tons of Material

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Researchers have concluded that, for every 10.7 square feet of the Earth's surface, humans have generated about 110 pounds worth of material, be it buildings, vehicles, or smartphones. While this enormous amount of material does have a parasitic effect on our biosphere, it is also a testament to humanity's aptitude for innovation and creation.

December 3, 2016
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Submitted by: Love Knowledge
Category: Science

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Sustainability

The Dawn of AI: Congress Is Discussing What We’ll Do in a World Run by Robots

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Last week's US Senate Subcommittee on Space, Science, and Competitiveness focused on the impact AI has in various sectors of US society. Scientists predict that investments in AI will increase by more than 300 percent over the next few years, meaning AI will have a more prominent role in society.

December 3, 2016
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Category: Science

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Technology

During Natural Disasters, Blockchain Could Make All the Difference

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ConsenSys is seeking to help in the rebuilding efforts of countries stricken by natural disaster by moving physical records into a blockchain to safeguard them from the elements. Blockchain software is a safe, transparent, and economical solution to database needs across the spectrum of government, finance, and industry.