THE HORIZONIST
Cities Need to Step Up in Support of Local News
Local news outlets are facing a severe crisis, with declining resources and journalist layoffs impacting communities nationwide. The loss of local news coverage leaves residents without essential information about local government, schools, and neighborhoods. Federal cuts to public media exacerbate the problem. Cities are uniquely positioned to address this issue by actively supporting local journalism….
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37 Ways to Reduce your Plastic Consumption
Yes, we need to stop the production of plastic at its source. But in the meantime, less than 10% of plastic is recycled, leading to increased waste in landfills and oceans. To combat this, individuals can make simple, low-effort swaps in daily life—such as avoiding plastic cutlery, bags, and other common items—without needing to overhaul…
Global Treaty Protects the High Seas
Sixty countries, including Morocco, have ratified the UN High Seas Treaty, marking a historic milestone in global ocean protection. Sweden has demonstrated leadership by establishing the Baltic Sea’s first marine reserve and advocating for the treaty. This treaty provides a legal framework to safeguard marine biodiversity in international waters, turning scientific warnings into enforceable law….
New Mexico Raises the Bar on Child Care
New Mexico has passed the world’s most radical child care law, making child care free and universal for all families starting November. This historic move recognizes child care as a fundamental right, inspired by global models like those in Europe and Cuba. The policy will save families about $12,000 annually per child and includes investments…
LIST: Meet the 2025 Grist 50
“Climate solutions are still moving forward. In every corner of the country, people are working as tirelessly as ever to address this crisis in creative, holistic, and equitable ways. And as national and international policies largely fail to meet the moment — or, in some cases, actively fly in the face of progress — the…
Taxing Tourists for Climate Impact
Hawaii is on the verge of increasing fees on tourists from 10.25 percent to 11 percent to raise about $100 million yearly, all of which will be spent for projects like coral reef restoration, sand replenishment for eroding beaches, hurricane preparation, and removal of invasive grasses like the ones that fueled the deadly wildfires in Lahaina. The…
WATCH: ‘Between Moon Tides: hacking nature to save the saltmarsh sparrow’
‘BETWEEN MOON TIDES’ is a documentary film from THE GUARDIAN available for FREE viewing on YouTube. Sea levels are rising in New England at some of the fastest rates in the world. On a quiet ribbon of saltmarsh in Rhode Island, septuagenarian Deirdre isn’t prepared to accept the loss of her beloved saltmarsh sparrow, which…
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Mutual Aid in the Face of Fascism
Think local! As social safety nets weaken and wealth concentrates rapidly at the top, a solidarity economy, focusing on mutual aid, cooperation, and local alternatives, is crucial. Why we need a solidarity economy now https://www.shareable.net/why-we-need-a-solidarity-economy-now/ Related Reading
We need our public libraries more than ever
Public libraries offer a crucial resource for accessing high-quality, paywalled journalism, combating the spread of disinformation and extremist ideologies. Our libraries provide free access to news databases and publications through apps and online portals, empowering citizens to be informed and combat the influence of malicious actors. Your Library Card Can Break Paywalls — Here’s How…