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NAS: Arsenic + Drinking Water = Increased Cancer Risk

Even very low concentrations of arsenic in drinking water can increase cancer risks. NAS release with link to report.
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Water & Oceans
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National (U.S.)
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Public Citizen Scrutinizes Environmental Impacts of NATA

Corporations are using a dispute resolution provision of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) to circumvent environmental regulations in the US, Canada, and Mexico.
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TipSheet
Topics on the Beat:
Policy
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Canada
National (U.S.)
Mexico
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Whitman Confirms for SEJ Annual Conference, Oct.17-21

EPA Administrator Christie Whitman will address the Friday, Oct. 19 luncheon plenary of the 11th Annual Conference of the Society of Environmental Journalists in Portland, Oregon.
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TipSheet
Topics on the Beat:
Environmental Studies
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National (U.S.)
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Public
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Reporting on Terrorism: Resources for Journalists

In the wake of the tragic events of Sept. 11, 2001, terrorism is likely to continue to impact all beats, including the environment beat.
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TipSheet
Topics on the Beat:
Journalism & Media
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National (U.S.)
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Public
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EPA'S BT Reregistration Decisions Due Soon

During the week of Sept. 24, 2001, EPA is scheduled to issue a final decision on whether to reregister Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) plant pesticide applications for cotton.
SEJ Publication Types:
TipSheet
Topics on the Beat:
Food
Health
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National (U.S.)
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Public
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Looking Ahead at Bush Appointees

President Bush is still drafting the team that will shape the country's policy over the next 3+ years.
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TipSheet
Topics on the Beat:
Government
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National (U.S.)
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Public
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Fish Farming Roundup

As populations of wild salmon decline and cans and slabs of farmed salmon proliferate on supermarket shelves aquaculture practices that help feed the demand for the fish are gaining attention.
SEJ Publication Types:
TipSheet
Topics on the Beat:
Fish & Fisheries
Region:
Canada
Northeast (CT MA ME NH NJ NY RI VT)
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Public
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Recommended For All Journalists Covering Sep 11 Attacks and Tragedies

The Poynter Institute Web site has published an array of resources and advice for journalists who are covering the attacks and tragedies of September 11, 2001.
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TipSheet
Topics on the Beat:
Disasters
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National (U.S.)
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Public
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Antarctic Ozone Hole Nears Peak

The Antarctic ozone hole is reaching its annual peak right now.
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TipSheet
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International
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Public
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Defense Cleanup Claims Exaggerated, Says GAO

The US Army Corps of Engineers has been exaggerating its cleanup claims for formerly used defense sites.
SEJ Publication Types:
TipSheet
Topics on the Beat:
Waste
Government
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National (U.S.)
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