U.S. firefighters on climate frontline face 'broken' health system [[link removed]- firefighters-climate-frontlines-broken-health-system]

As climate change makes wildfires fiercer and more frequent, firefighting work has never been more dangerous. But many U.S. federal firefighters feel let down by the system meant to protect them

Privacy-focused startups see boon in big tech's troubles [[link removed]]

Advert-free web browser Neeva and encrypted email provider Proton are among a growing number of privacy-oriented startups that stand to gain as regulators target tech giants

Climate change risks 'runaway' humanitarian crisis, aid system collapse, UN warns [[link removed]]

Aid agencies say the needs of those hit by droughts and floods are surging and could spiral out of control, calling for more money to help the vulnerable adapt to a warmer world

More net than zero: Do carbon-cutting promises add up for the climate? [[link removed]]

A surge in net-zero commitments relies too heavily on offsets - such as by planting trees - which suggests emissions may not fall far or fast enough, activists say

Can my employer make me get a COVID-19 vaccine? [[link removed]]

Some companies and governments are pushing their staff to get vaccinated. But lawyers say forcing employees to get a COVID jab could be risky

Countries, cities, carmakers commit to end fossil-fuel vehicles by 2040 [[link removed]]

Global plans have been set up to phase out fossil-fuel vehicles by 2040, but key players including the United States and top car manufacturers have not all signed up

Is your electric car as eco-friendly as you thought? [[link removed]]

The auto industry's ability to cut emissions depends on finding better ways to decarbonise electricity grids and store renewable energy - challenges many European countries have not yet overcome

UN climate talks draft asks for higher emissions pledges by 2022 [[link removed]]

Some of the most vulnerable countries to adverse climate effects are requesting tougher climate targets to align more closely with 2015 Paris Agreement

U.S. Justice Dept launches environmental probe into Alabama wastewater disposal [[link removed]]

US Justice Department to investigate Alabama wastewater disposal practises which have reportedly exposed Black residents to raw sewage and caused adverse health effects

Facebook plans to remove thousands of sensitive ad-targeting options [[link removed]]

Facebook's plans to remove sensitive ad-targeting options marks a key shift for the company's approach to social and political advertising

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