Strong public support for new U.S. emission standards bodes ill for Keystone XL
WASHINGTON — Despite an increasing number of polls that show almost overwhelming popular support for the new U.S. carbon emission standards, Republican politicians — and even some Democrats — have...
View ArticleCanada more ‘frank’ than rest of world on climate change: Harper
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Stephen Harper says there’s not a country in the world that would take action on climate change at the expense of its own economy — no matter what it might say. Canada wants to...
View ArticleMiami Beach marks centennial with 100 hours of free events, celebrity-studded...
By Jennifer Kay MIAMI — To stage a centennial celebration, officials here sought local talent to highlight their commitment to creativity and sense of community. Since this is Miami Beach, that local...
View ArticleDifferent generations, same warrior spirit
A generation and an ocean apart, Mary Robinson and Severn Cullis-Suzuki stand up for causes they care about, leading the charge for meaningful change. A lawyer with a passion for social justice,...
View ArticleThis week in health: Fighting climate change, lessons in end-of-life care,...
Canada.com Health takes a look at a few stories you may have missed this week. ‘Immediate health benefits’ from fighting climate change Perhaps a key problem in conveying the consequences of climate...
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