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This article discusses the history of Irish migrants who were employed in the construction of canals and railroads in the United States in the 1850s. Many of these workers died from injuries, exhaustion, and disease and were buried without ceremony. The author reflects on their own family's connection to this history and the shift in narrative from being descendants of French nobility to being part of the shanty Irish. The article also explores the impact of the potato famine in Ireland and the way Irish Catholics climbed the social ladder in the US. It questions the notion of progress and the prioritization of material wealth over real values. The article concludes by discussing the concept of the Anthropocene and the debate surrounding its official recognition as a geological epoch. The author argues that the Anthropocene began much earlier than the proposed starting point of 1952 and reflects on the impact of human actions on the natural world. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the need for change in transportation habits to combat climate disruption and promote inclusivity. The author highlights the exclusive attitudes and practices associated with private car ownership and emphasizes the importance of public transit as an equalizer and a means of providing access to marginalized communities. The article also references the historical figure Benjamin Lay, who advocated for simple living and respect for nature in the 18th century. The author calls for a shift towards a more sustainable and respectful approach to transportation and urges readers to consider the impact of their own choices on the environment and other living beings. [Extracted from the article]

This article discusses the history and implications of Thanksgiving, highlighting the violent and oppressive actions of European settlers towards Indigenous communities. It mentions the Pequot massacre and the hanging of Sioux men as examples of the atrocities committed during this time. The article also criticizes the glorification of figures like Anthony Wayne, who played a role in the displacement and mistreatment of Indigenous peoples. It emphasizes the importance of respecting Indigenous cultures, languages, and ecological knowledge, especially in the face of the current climate crisis. The article concludes by calling for support of local efforts to overcome settler colonial mindsets and advocating for the liberation of all living communities. [Extracted from the article]

This article, titled "Environmental Law Is Losing the Plot. What Now?" discusses the shortcomings of environmental laws and their role in enabling the destruction of ecosystems and biodiversity. The author argues that current laws prioritize human interests over the protection of nonhuman life and calls for a shift towards nonhuman rights and animal liberation. They emphasize the urgent need for political action to transition from animal agribusiness to animal-respecting agriculture and to challenge the human supremacy mindset. The article concludes by suggesting that writers and activists may have a greater impact in driving change than lawyers. [Extracted from the article]

O'Connor had inserted the phrase "child abuse" (twice) in Bob Marley's song "War" before tearing up the Pope's image. I Will Rise and I Will Return: The Lucidity of Sinéad O'Connor - Sinéad O'Connor "Sinéad's Perplexing Protest", the Washington Post called the 1992 SNL segment before rambling on about O'Connor's "confusing intellectual influences.". [Extracted from the article]

Unlike the sabre-toothed cats, the tigers of the world are still with us. A decent policy would call us to respect both the deer and the area's free-living predators. Just a few thousand free-living tigers inhabit bits of their ancient lands. [Extracted from the article]

It began inauspiciously enough. No major fanfare, no flood of press releases, just a simple newspaper announcement in September 1926. 'The day has gone by when the radio receiving set [...]

To many American publishers of consumer and trade magazines, 'international publishing' means picking up a few million yen, marks or even zlotys in licensing fees, giving your title a worldwide [...]

To many American publishers of consumer and trade magazines, 'international publishing' means picking up a few million yen, marks or even zlotys in licensing fees, giving your title a worldwide [...]