New York Times: After nearly half a century of research in planetary and climate science for NASA, James E. Hansen is retiring on Wednesday to pursue his passion for climate activism without the hindrances that come with government employment. Justin Gillis has filed a thorough look at Hansens journey from climate scientist to impassioned carbon campaigner. Heres an excerpt and a link to the rest: [R]etirement will allow Dr. Hansen to press his cause in court. He plans to take a more active role in lawsuits...