Thursday, June 11, 2015

June 11 News Update

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Seattle protesters prepare kayak blockade to stop Shell rig departure
Request by Exxon to haul oil after pipeline break denied
Refugio oil spill cleanup costs $62 million
Poorest states urge action on climate damage in Paris deal
New U.S. truck emissions rules could touch off industry struggle
What countries have offered for Paris climate agreement
On final day, climate talks seek exit from text mire
Mysterious Tar Balls Wash Up on Texas Beaches
Panel passes measure cutting EPA's budget
Stop oilsands expansion, Canadian and U.S. researchers say
Once flush with ‘oil money,’ workers lose jobs — and hope — after prices fall



Retail building cleaners strike for better wages and an end to wage theft
San Francisco Teachers Elect Reformers to Lead Union
Democrat tops combat Sawant re-election
Greek court reverses 'unconstitutional' 2012 pensions cuts
Florida governor signs bill requiring two clinic visits, waiting period for abortion
Amtrak engineer in May 12 derailment was not on phone: NTSB
Israel bars shot Palestinian from treatment in Jerusalem
Student protests rock Chile ahead of soccer tournament
Pension Battle Continues at GE Negotiations
Alberta minimum wage: restaurant group wants exemptions
White House, Republicans work together in final push on trade bill


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