Federal and state officials say the temporary sites for processing hazardous waste pose no threat, but residents are worried about their air and water.

The move would run counter to a Biden administration push to cut back on single-use plastic, which was considered a milestone.

Many fire victims are eager to clear their home sites and move on to rebuilding. The big question is when.

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“Technostuff” built in the last 100 years outweighs all the living matter on Earth.

As holiday joy transitions to wintry malaise, New Yorkers throw tons of trees to the curb.