US Steps Up Scrutiny of Funds for Asbestos Exposure Victims
Lawyers for asbestos victims say the process enables people to obtain compensation for catastrophic illness without drawn-out lawsuits.
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The EPA Suggested We Change Our Rating on an Asbestos Story. Here’s Why We Declined.
While the EPA has not paved the way for all uses of asbestos to make a return, they have proposed regulations that make it possible for some uses to gain official approval.
Advocacy Group Finds Traces of Asbestos in “Playskool” Crayons
Of the six kinds of crayons the U.S. Public Interest Research Group tested, one brand contained traces of the asbestos mineral tremolite.
Did a Russian Asbestos Company Put Trump’s Face on Their Product?
A Russian asbestos producer shared a photograph of their product to social media with a seal of Donald Trump’s face and the text "Approved by Donald Trump”.
Is the EPA Allowing for the Approval of New Asbestos-Containing Products?
The Environmental Protection Agency will be allowing for potential new uses of asbestos, while limiting the scope of studies that assess its risk.
Were Asbestos Found in Children’s Crayons?
The Environmental Working Group reported that they found asbestos in four brands of children's crayons. Does this news posit a significant health danger to kids?
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Is Al Roker Leaving the ‘Today’ Show?
"Today" show fans have been anxious that the popular co-host is leaving.
Did Hillary Clinton Post Condolences for Tulsi Gabbard’s Suicide One Day Early?
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No, This Isn’t Video of the Crash That Killed Kobe Bryant
The basketball legend's death stunned the world.
Was TV Host Bill Nye Arrested for Manufacturing and Selling Illegal Drugs?
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Did Pelosi Use $15,000 Worth of Pens to Sign Articles of Impeachment?
The tradition of using multiple pens to sign important legislation, and then giving those pens to the people involved, has been practiced by politicians for decades.