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The U.S. government has suppressed climate change studies. / Credit: Photo Stock

By Stephen Leahy

When Science Inconveniences Bush

Scientists denounce what they see as obsessive attempts by the White House to muzzle them and to eliminate research that it doesn't like.

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Motorcycles on Sao Paulo's Rebouças Avenue. / Credit: Antônio Gaudério/Folha Imagem

By Mario Osava

Proliferation of Motorcycles and Health Risks

In 2005, Brazil manufactured 1.2 million motorcycles. Many consumers prefer them because they are lightweight and fast, but the downside is that they pollute the air and cause thousands of injuries and deaths each year.

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