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Headlines and happenings from around Austin and beyond.

"...people, hat in hand, to make nice with the United Nations). Funny, isn't that what Brazil, India, China, et..."

Sept. 19, 2003 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Letters at 3AM

Ralph Nader's stubborn refusal to acknowledge any difference between the Republican and Democratic political platforms cost the Democrats the election.

"...of the world's workforce is effectively unemployed, and the United Nations estimates that 500 million new jobs must be..."

Aug. 8, 2003 Column by Michael Ventura

Letters at 3AM

Our president and attorney general have turned the protection of our civil liberties into the new national crisis.

"...he has moved toward the position that only a United Nations-sanctioned restructuring of Afghanistan, and even of the Middle..."

Nov. 30, 2001 Column by Michael Ventura

Postmarks

Rape saga redux and other local imbroglios.

"...mightily pleased to see the action shot of the reunited Wild Seeds at the Hole in the Wall in..."

Oct. 26, 2001 Column

Natural Selection

Responding to market demands and consumer pressure, Whole Foods decides to banish genetically modified ingredients from its store-brand product lines.

"...But in the opinion of Robbins and others, the United States has been foolhardy in its rush to move..."

Jan. 28, 2000 News Feature by Dan Oko

Public Notice

Y2K-Proof

"...Aug 17, 7pm, in the Fellowship Hall of Grace United Methodist, 208 E. Monroe (in South Austin, off Congress)...."

Aug. 13, 1999 Column by Kate X Messer

The Lhasa Moon Tibetan Cookbook

"...for American troops; the other was produced by the United Nations. They featured staples such as Black Tea with..."

March 5, 1999 Food Feature

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Off the Desk:

"...Maintaining that United Nations sanctions against Iraq are "immoral and illegal," a..."

Jan. 8, 1999 News Feature

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Off the Desk:

"...happened to organized labor in America, anyway? According to United Mine Workers of America president Cecil Roberts, who addressed..."

Nov. 28, 1997 News Feature

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"...to be said, about the propriety of holding the United Nations Fourth World Conference on Women in Beijing, China..."

Aug. 25, 1995 News Feature

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Rights: Civil rights groups submitted a petition to the United Nations this week that accused Texas of human rights..."

Jan. 26, 2024 News Feature

Austin Plans Its First All Abilities Playground on Onion Creek

The right to play

"...include activities that are child-led, spontaneous, and fun. The United Nations recognizes play as a right for children and..."

Jan. 12, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Opinion: City Council Must Call for a Cease-Fire

Raising our voice in Austin is the minimum moral action we can take

"...is reported to be at least 18,000 by the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs. A..."

Dec. 29, 2023 Column by Garrigan Stafford

“Dumb” Rounds to Be Manufactured Nearby, Amid Calls to Stop Sending Them to Israel

Imprecise and massive Howitzer rounds kill civilians

"...is sending tens of thousands of explosives that the United Nations and humanitarian groups say cannot be targeted to..."

Dec. 22, 2023 News Feature by Maggie Q. Thompson

In Polarizing Times, a Young Politician and Climate Activist Urges Communication, Collaboration

VIDEO: “Democracy is dialogue”

"...As the world’s eyes turn to Dubai for the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), Austin-based Texas Impact/Texas Interfaith..."

Dec. 18, 2023 News Post

For Some Countries, Slow Fossil Fuel Phaseout Already Has Life-and-Death Stakes

A Fiji climate activist explains “1.5 to stay alive”

"...As the world’s eyes turn to Dubai for the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), Austin-based Texas Impact/Texas Interfaith..."

Dec. 13, 2023 News Post

There’s No Turning Back the Clock on Climate

Activist John Umphress reflects on “baby steps” at COP28

"...As the world’s eyes turn to Dubai for the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), Austin-based Texas Impact/Texas Interfaith..."

Dec. 12, 2023 News Post

COP28: A Mission Worker’s Perspective on How the Global Climate Debate Marginalizes Indigenous People

Jed Koball on not repeating history’s mistakes

"...As the world’s eyes turn to Dubai for the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), Austin-based Texas Impact/Texas Interfaith..."

Dec. 10, 2023 News Post

COP28: “It Feels Like Disneyland for Climate Enthusiasts”

UT prof Michael Webber on his first time at COP

"...As the world’s eyes turn to Dubai for the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), Austin-based Texas Impact/Texas Interfaith..."

Dec. 10, 2023 News Post

What Is Civil Society’s Role at COP28?

On influence outside of the negotiating table

"...As the world’s eyes turn to Dubai for the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), Austin-based Texas Impact/Texas Interfaith..."

Dec. 8, 2023 News Post

Travis County Commissioner Offers a Texas Perspective on Climate Action at COP28

WATCH: Brigid Shea on local government efforts

"...As the world’s eyes turn to Dubai for the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), Austin-based Texas Impact/Texas Interfaith..."

Dec. 7, 2023 News Post

COP28: “Maybe You Should Ask a Woman”

Hillary Clinton and women climate leaders inspire in Dubai

"...As the world’s eyes turn to Dubai for the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), Austin-based Texas Impact/Texas Interfaith..."

Dec. 7, 2023 News Post

At COP28’s Global Stocktake, Countries Look Inward

Process checks progress on Paris Agreement targets

"...As the world’s eyes turn to Dubai for the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), Austin-based Texas Impact/Texas Interfaith..."

Dec. 5, 2023 News Post

COP28: Smaller Players Like Cities and States Are Taking Big Steps to Combat Climate Change

“Subnationals” speak to the implementation crisis

"...As the world’s eyes turn to Dubai for the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), Austin-based Texas Impact/Texas Interfaith..."

Dec. 5, 2023 News Post

Health Finally Gets a Seat at the COP28 Table

VIDEO: “The climate crisis is a health crisis”

"...As the world’s eyes turn to Dubai for the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), Austin-based Texas Impact/Texas Interfaith..."

Dec. 5, 2023 News Post

COP28: The Elephant in the Room

Why is fossil fuel phaseout not being discussed more seriously?

"...As the world’s eyes turn to Dubai for the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), Austin-based Texas Impact/Texas Interfaith..."

Dec. 3, 2023 News Post

An Historic Moment at COP28 As Loss and Damage Fund Is Established to Help Countries Impacted by Climate Change

VIDEO: U.S. pledges $17.5 million to effort

"...As the world’s eyes turn to Dubai for the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), Austin-based Texas Impact/Texas Interfaith..."

Dec. 1, 2023 News Post

Day Trips: Thanks-Giving Square, Dallas

Find serenity amid chaos at a place for all seasons

"...Golden Rule. The original mosaic was made for the United Nations headquarters in New York, and a second, slightly..."

Nov. 17, 2023 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

10,000 Texans Call for Cease-Fire in Gaza

Massive show of support at state Capitol for Palestinians

"...Israel, despite mounting outrage from humanitarian groups and the United Nations, whose experts recently described Palestinians as being “at..."

Nov. 13, 2023 News Post by Lina Fisher

Day Trips & Beyond: November Events Roundup

Learn something new and explore what's out there this fall

"...1923. In 1987, Aztec Ruins was designated as a United Nations World Heritage Site alongside Chaco Culture National Historical..."

Nov. 2, 2023 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

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