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Despite Shell’s “Epic Failure”, UK Backs Arctic Drilling

Instead of learning the lessons of Shell's disastrous Arctic drilling campaign, the UK government is refusing to support a moratorium on Arctic drilling.

“Smoking Gun” Research Reveals Tar Sands Cancer Legacy

The latest disturbing scientific research shows that cancer-causing pollutants are linked to the tar sands.

“Blundering” Shell Has to be Banned from Arctic

The latest disaster is just one more in a long list for Shell in its Arctic debacle. It gives further fuel to the fire for those who argue that oil drilling in the region should be banned.

Amidst Drilling Boom, Average Price For U.S. Gasoline Hit Record High In 2012

The U.S. is experiencing a domestic oil boom that could soon make it the world’s largest liquid fuels producer. And how has that surge in production impacted gasoline prices? In 2012, Americans paid more for gasoline than ever before.

Kill Bill C-45

Tomorrow there is an international call to action to support First Nations in Canada whose indigenous rights are being trampled by the Harper government’s budget Bill C-45, which was passed by on 14 December.

Iraq: Exxon Drilling Could Start Civil War

Is Iraq about to witness another war over oil?

Texas Judge Stops KXL

In yet another victory for anti-Keystone XL protestors, a Texas Judge has ordered that TransCanada temporarily stop work on the pipeline.

Oops: Shell’s Spill Dome “Crushed like a Beer Can”

Documents reveal that Shell's oil spill containment dome is "crushed like a beer can,” in tests.

Further Evidence of Tar Sands Toxic Legacy

Further evidence is emerging of the lethal toxic legacy of the tar sands (forgetting for a moment the CO2).