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California sues oil giants, saying they downplayed climate change. Here's what to know

California accuses oil companies of misleading the public on the dangers of fossil fuels for decades. The state demands they help fund recovery efforts after climate change-fueled disasters.

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Politics took center stage at a gathering of 77 developing nations in Cuba

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California's lawsuit says oil giants downplayed climate change. Here's what to know

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