Save Money and the Planet at the Same Time

Staff / Truthdig Jan 9, 2007 The higher cost of hybrid cars is worth it in the long run, according to a comprehensive new study. When considering not just fuel economy but insurance, maintenance, depreciation and other factors, a Toyota Prius owner can expect to save $13,408 over five years, compared with a non-hybrid in the same class. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

Dogma National Park

Staff / Truthdig Jan 2, 2007 If you've been thinking about a vacation to the Grand Canyon but worried someone might try to assault you with information, fear not. Park employees are not allowed to reveal the true age of the formation for fear of offending Christians, and the bookstore features a manuscript claiming the canyon was created during Noah's flood. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

A Grim Outlook for 2007

Staff / Truthdig Dec 31, 2006 A majority of Americans believe 2007 will bring a terrorist attack on the US, a major natural disaster and an increase in global warming, according to a new AP poll Less than a third believe the U will withdraw from Iraq, while 25 percent expect the second coming of Jesus. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

Why Fight It?

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Fish Out of Water

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Polar Bears Threatened

Staff / Truthdig Dec 27, 2006 The Department of the Interior will recommend adding polar bears to the endangered species list, a rare acknowledgment by the Bush administration of the impact of global warming. The world's largest bears depend on ever-shrinking Arctic sea ice for their survival. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

Golden State’s Green Law

Staff / Truthdig Dec 25, 2006 California's Global Warming Solutions Act requires the state to cut emissions to 80 percent below 1990 levels by 2050. Industrialists and environmentalists alike are watching intently as the world's seventh-largest economy prepares to meet that goal -- assuming the landmark law survives numerous court challenges. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

Froma Harrop: Will Americans Sacrifice for Posterity?

Staff / Truthdig Dec 19, 2006 Staving off global warming will depend on our willingness to take the long view and adopt the radically earth-friendly policies that are needed. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

Global Warming Slams Arctic

Staff / Truthdig Dec 12, 2006 Last month Arctic sea ice shrunk by an area the size of Alaska when compared to historical averages, according to a new study by the National Center for Atmospheric Research. By 2040, summer ice could disappear altogether. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

High Court to Hear Global Warming Case

Staff / Truthdig Nov 28, 2006 From the AP: "The Supreme Court hears arguments this week in a case that could determine whether the Bush administration must change course in how it deals with the threat of global warming." Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

Awkward Marriage for Oil and Auto Industries

Staff / Truthdig Oct 27, 2006 While oil companies have been raking in record profits, Detroit has struggled to pitch gas guzzlers to consumers, causing a rift in the once amicable relationship. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

Faithful Respond to Global Warming

Staff / Truthdig Oct 21, 2006 The Rev. Sally Bingham tells NPR about her efforts to bring science to the faithful, including screening Al Gore's "An Inconvenient Truth" for congregations around the country. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )