
Militaries are among the world’s biggest emitters. This general wants them to go green.


Jobless claims held near a half-century low last week, pointing to a still-solid job outlook.
A flood of big money is pumping up valuations of logistics startups as global bottlenecks raise the profile of a once-overlooked sector.
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Worldwide, sperm counts in men have declined 50 percent in 50 years, with no sign of easing soon.
Researchers say “proforestation” policies are the fastest and most effective way to draw excess CO2 out of the atmosphere.
Regulators are considering whether disinfectant ingredients called quats are safe and effective in light of increased use during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Microplastics in fishmeal are contaminating farmed fish—impacting their health, the nutrition they provide, and leaving consumers potentially exposed.
“I have the privilege of studying wildfires—but I often don’t have the privilege of escaping them when it matters most.”
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The $17m purchase for the Facebook founder includes the Ka Loko reservoir, considered high-risk and in need of repairs.
Aid collapse after Taliban took control means just 2% of people have enough to eat, UN says.