Harris County Officials Failed to Implement Their Own Disaster Plan After Hurricane Harvey
Much of the blame for the poor response to the disaster fell on the Red Cross, but Houston-area officials are not exempt from responsibility.
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It’s All About the Skis
A look at the materials needed to design and construct a ski suitable for Olympic competition.
Is Amazon’s HQ2 Bidding War Legal?
The special incentives that governments have offered companies like Amazon to move their operations into new states are controversial at best and illegal at worst.
Is It Time for U.S. Cities to Consider Implementing Congestion Charges?
New York City could soon be the first American urban center to implement this strategy to ease congestion and speed up commute times.
How Climate Change Is Upending the Arctic Food Web
A new study shows that melting ice is threatening the survival of polar bears by undercutting the base of their food supply.
Breaking Down the Ramifications of the Congressional Budget Deal
The latest deal, once again, kicked longstanding budget issues down the road, and puts more pressure on future generations.
Does Light Pollution Increase the Spread of Disease?
Many issues are exacerbated by light pollution, and new research suggests the spread of West Nile virus may be another one.
Stopping the Deportation of Immigrants Injured on the Job
Florida is proposing new legislation to stop insurance companies from reporting undocumented people to immigration authorities in order to avoid paying medical bills.
Women Are Being Left Out of South Africa’s Minimum Wage Increase
While looking to lessen wage disparities, the government has instead enacted legislation that leaves behind a large swath of female workers.