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Jan 10 2026POLITICS

Tech Giant's Role in China's Crackdown: A Legal Showdown

The Supreme Court has decided to step into a heated legal battle involving Cisco, a major tech company, and members of the Falun Gong spiritual group. The court will soon hear arguments about whether Cisco can be held responsible for allegedly helping the Chinese government target Falun Gong practit

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Dec 27 2025BUSINESS

Tata Steel in Hot Water: Dutch Towns Fight Back

Tata Steel, a big name in the steel world, is in trouble. A group in the Netherlands is suing two of its Dutch companies. They want €1. 4 billion (that's a lot of money! ) for health and environmental issues. The group says the steel plant in IJmuiden is making people sick and lowering home values.

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Dec 15 2025BUSINESS

Why Costco's Stance on Diversity Matters

Costco has taken a bold step by sticking to its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts, even when others are stepping back. This isn't just a smart business move; it's a strong statement that values all employees, customers, and communities. By doing this, Costco shows that it cares about mo

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Dec 09 2025ENVIRONMENT

A Big Step Forward for Gannet BioChem in the Fight Against Climate Change

Gannet BioChem, a top player in the specialty chemical industry, has just hit a major milestone. They've got the green light from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for their plans to cut down on greenhouse gas emissions. This isn't just any old goal-setting; it's a big deal in the world of

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Dec 03 2025HEALTH

Food Giants Face Legal Heat in San Francisco

San Francisco has taken a bold step by suing some of the biggest food companies in the country. The city claims that ultraprocessed foods from giants like Coca-Cola and Nestle are causing serious health problems. The lawsuit names ten companies, including those behind Oreo cookies, Sour Patch Kids,

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Nov 22 2025CELEBRITIES

Goop Under Fire: Is Gwyneth Paltrow's Brand Still Using Cruel Angora Wool?

Goop, the lifestyle brand owned by Gwyneth Paltrow, is facing criticism for continuing to use angora wool in its products. Animal rights activists are calling out the brand for not keeping up with industry standards, as many other major brands have stopped using angora due to concerns about animal c

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Nov 13 2025BUSINESS

Sustainability Shines: Bakelite's Green Achievements

Bakelite has just earned a Gold Medal from EcoVadis, a big deal in the world of sustainability. This puts them in the top 5% of over 130, 000 companies worldwide. What’s driving this success? Bakelite has been busy making changes. They’ve installed solar panels in the UK, Spain, and Finland. In the

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Oct 28 2025ENVIRONMENT

AI's Hidden Environmental Toll

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is booming, but it's not all sunshine and roses. Behind the scenes, AI's growing appetite for resources is taking a toll on the environment. Electricity, water, and rare minerals are all in high demand to keep AI running smoothly. By 2028, AI could be responsible for ove

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Sep 22 2025ENVIRONMENT

Tibet's Sky Lights Up, But at What Cost?

In Tibet, a dazzling fireworks display turned into a hot topic online. The show, backed by outdoor brand Arc'teryx, caught the attention of netizens who questioned its environmental impact. The local government in Shigatse took notice and sent a team to look into the matter. Arc'teryx, owned by Ant

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Jul 08 2025OPINION

Tech Titans: Time to Share the Wealth for Bay Area Transit

The Bay Area's transit systems are in a tough spot. BART and other services are facing big money problems. They need around $800 million every year just to keep running. One idea is to ask voters to approve a sales tax in 2026. But this might not be the best way. Sales taxes hit people who can least

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