The RP's Weekly Web Gems: The Politics of the Planet

The Politics of the Planet

 Hundreds of European flights are cancelled due to a volcanic eruption in Iceland.  Fortunately, scientists say the eruption could end by the weekend. [Bloomberg News]

Two teen Girl Scouts have been leading a five-year crusade against the Tagalongs, Thin Mints, and other cookies they love and sell.  The trademark cookies are made with palm oil, which is the single ingredient under protest because of its link to Rainforest deforestation and Orangutan endangerment.