9/16/2020: Trump eyes aquaculture boom, environmentalists dig in - The Downside of Made in America

Today's Article: Trump eyes aquaculture boom, environmentalists dig in
From: Associated Press
Readability Score: 13.8

As fish populations decline and the world population continues to grow, some are looking to aquaculture to help feed the world. A recent executive order directs regional fishery management councils to recommend actions that might streamline the use of deep-sea fish farms. Who wins, and who loses, if such fish farms grow? Discuss the ocean's ecosystem and/or international trade issues; then learn more with Sustainable Oceans & Seas.

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Today's Alternate Article: The Downside of Made in America
Readability Score: 8.8 

3/19/2018: Here's Why Environmentalists Are Cheering The Latest - Video current events: Stephen Hawking: Visionary physicist dies aged 76

Today's Article: Here's Why Environmentalists Are Cheering The Latest Burger At Sonic Drive-In
From: NPR
Readability Score: 10.0

Fast-food operator Sonic is pitching its new blended mushroom-beef burger as a savory treat without the guilt. It's supposed to help save the planet, too. What trade-offs are people willing to make?

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Today's Alternate Article: Video current events: Stephen Hawking: Visionary physicist dies aged 76
Readability Score: 9.6

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