Staff / TruthdigAug 18, 2006
As part of its drive toward energy independence, Brazil has encouraged the use of cars that run on any combination of ethanol and gasoline. More than 2 million of the flex-fuel cars have now been sold in the country, accounting for 77% of the market. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )
Staff / TruthdigJul 4, 2006
Phew!
What a past few years it has been for the American flag embraced throughout the world after the Sept 11 attacks; denounced throughout the world not long after; subject to a Republican attempt to make it fireproof during the last two national election cycles
So with flags waving high during this Fourth of July, Truthdig invites its readers to reflect in the comments box on the nature of patriotism and nationalism Here are some primers from E Dionne, Howard Zinn and John Kerry (more). Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )
Marie Cocco / TruthdigJul 3, 2006
As we celebrate our Independence Day, let us thank the Supreme Court for granting us deliverance from the tyranny of a president who tried to fashion himself king. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )
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Staff / TruthdigApr 10, 2006
Researchers from the UK have found that as women make more money themselves, they value a man's physical attractiveness more highly than his financial status. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )
Molly Ivins / TruthdigFeb 7, 2006
Cut imports? Medicare savings? Just kidding! As one White House official confessed, they just fib for your benefit. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )
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