A study published in Science reveals that current levels of atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2) are the highest in 14 million years, surpassing any levels seen during human existence. The research, based on the most comprehensive analysis to date, warns that industrial capitalism has raised CO2 levels to 419 parts per million (ppm) from around 280 ppm since the industrial revolution. The study emphasizes the urgent need for action to reduce CO2 emissions, as failure to do so could result in levels reaching 600 to 800 ppm by 2100, with severe consequences for the environment and ecosystems. The report serves as a "call to action" to address the climate crisis and highlights the importance of sequestering carbon dioxide and reducing emissions to mitigate the long-lasting impacts.
Thirteen presidential libraries and foundations, representing a wide range of political views, have issued an "urgent call to action for all Americans." The statement emphasizes the importance of the rule of law, protection of individual rights, and values such as compassion, tolerance, pluralism, and respect for others. It calls for civil dialogue, respect for democratic institutions, secure elections, and active participation in local, state, or national improvement. The signatories include institutions representing former presidents from Herbert Hoover to Barack Obama, highlighting the need for unity and commitment to democratic principles.
President Trump faced humiliation as the protests he called for failed to materialize. Trump had called for his supporters to gather in Washington D.C. to protest the certification of Joe Biden's election victory. However, the turnout was low, and the protests were largely peaceful. Trump's call to action was seen as a last-ditch effort to overturn the election results, but it ultimately failed.
Church leaders are urging the community to take action following a mass shooting at an after hours club. The shooting left one person dead and four others injured. The leaders are calling on the community to come together and address the root causes of violence in the area.
