Politics Washington passes law to cut ‘forever chemicals’ in makeup Starting in 2025, the Toxics-Free Cosmetics Act will be among the country’s strongest legislation against hazardous products. by Joseph Winters Grist / May 18, 2023
Environment Seattle-based outdoor gear retailer REI to ban PFAs In 2024, new standards will eliminate 'forever chemicals' in the company's products after more than a year of pressure from environmental groups. by Joseph Winters Grist / March 8, 2023
Environment PNW landfills reached ‘explosive’ methane emission levels in 2022 Washington and Oregon sites had leakages 20 times more concentrated than the Clean Air Act limit standards. by Joseph Winters Grist / November 3, 2023
News Amazon reported a 12% decrease in single-use plastics for 2022 Responding to pressure from advocacy groups and investors, the mega-retailer reduced its footprint through paper packaging and eliminating mailers. by Joseph Winters Grist / July 28, 2023
Tech Blind love for tech burned us on Election Day A Microsoft store in New York. by Don Fels / December 11, 2016
What has made Yayoi Kusama the hottest ticket in Seattle? Visitors often wait in line for hours to experience Yayoi Kusama's 'Infinity Mirrors' exhibition at Seattle Art Museum. by Don Fels / August 31, 2017
Tech Seeing books as commodities, with hand-scanners as evidence The Friends of the Library book sale: good gathering place for all ages. by Don Fels / October 2, 2010
Culture Cruise ships: In Seattle or Italy, they are meant to be impressive The Costa Concordia after it hit a rock by Don Fels / January 18, 2012
Politics Why Seattle needs a new urban environmentalism The Joule on Capitol Hill: How not to build a city. by Don Fels / May 10, 2012
Politics If it ain't broke, don't tear it down and build condos Bauhaus coffee, a landmark Capitol Hill coffee shop, will have to relocate for the proposed development. by Don Fels / April 24, 2012