til Sulphur and nitrogen pollution falling - but still harming ecosystems By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 06 Nov 2014 9:23:19 GMT European emissions of sulphur and nitrogen pollution have fallen greatly in recent decades, a new report shows. However, even at present levels they harm sensitive ecosystems, and will continue do so for some years to come. Full Article
til Subway stations with platform sliding doors and good ventilation reduce passengers’ exposure to PM2.5 By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 17 Mar 2016 09:12:34 GMT Underground trains are among the most widely used public transport systems in cities worldwide. A study investigating the chemical composition and source of particles in Barcelona subway stations found that a new station design, with sliding doors that separate the platform from the tunnel and good ventilation, reduced the concentration of fine particulate matter (PM2.5) by over 50% compared with older station designs. Full Article
til Distillery sludge used to treat radioactive sites By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Fri, 13 Jan 2012 13:43:13 GMT Mining uranium ore leaves sites contaminated with toxic, radioactive material. According to a new study, contaminated sites can be treated with sludge from the treatment of distillery wastewater in bioreactors. The study demonstrates an efficient method for decontamination of groundwater based on bacteria in sludge that naturally convert uranium into an insoluble form that can be more easily removed. Full Article
til Syngenta: Fertile minds collaborate across the globe By cio.economictimes.indiatimes.com Published On :: 2015-06-17T12:26:45+05:30 How do you turn a problem into an opportunity? When looking for innovative ways to increase the reach and impact of an annual global event, while reducing travel costs, Andres Bulto talked to BT. Full Article
til Despite Looming Interest Rate Hike by U.S. Federal Reserve, Majority of Current Home Shoppers Still Plan to Purchase By zillow.mediaroom.com Published On :: Tue, 15 Dec 2015 08:00:00 -0500 70 percent of Americans surveyed by Zillow Mortgages said they would not abandon their home buying plans should interest rates rise to 4.5% Full Article
til Coronavirus: Watford legend John Barnes thinks the Premier League should not return until it is completely safe By www.watfordobserver.co.uk Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 07:35:05 +0100 Watford legend John Barnes has urged restraint for the return of the Premier League and said footballers should only return to work when the rest of society does. Full Article
til GRAYSON ROAD TO CLOSE FOR UTILITY WORK IN VIRGINIA BEACH By www.virginiadot.org Published On :: This file is in PDF format, requiring the Adobe Acrobat Reader to open. Full Article
til Atlantic Tropical Storm OVER CENTRAL GEORGIA... ...DAMAGING WINDS STILL OCCURRING INLAND... NOAA Doppler weather radar data indicate that the center of Michael is now moving into south-central Georgia. Tropical storm-force winds continue over central and By www.nhc.noaa.gov Published On :: Thu, 11 Oct 2018 04:00:43 +0000 000 WTNT64 KNHC 110400 TCUAT4 Tropical Storm Michael Tropical Cyclone Update NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL AL142018 1200 AM EDT Thu Oct 11 2018 ...12 AM EDT POSITION UPDATE... ...MICHAEL WEAKENS TO A TROPICAL STORM OVER CENTRAL GEORGIA... ...DAMAGING WINDS STILL OCCURRING INLAND... NOAA Doppler weather radar data indicate that the center of Michael is now moving into south-central Georgia. Tropical storm-force winds continue over central and southern Georgia, and are spreading across the coast of southeastern Georgia. This will be the last hourly position update issued by the National Hurricane Center on Michael. The next intermediate advisory will be issued at 2 AM EDT...0600 UTC. SUMMARY OF 1200 AM EDT...0400 UTC...INFORMATION ----------------------------------------------- LOCATION...32.3N 83.6W ABOUT 30 MI...45 KM SSW OF MACON GEORGIA MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS...70 MPH...115 KM/H PRESENT MOVEMENT...NE OR 40 DEGREES AT 17 MPH...28 KM/H MINIMUM CENTRAL PRESSURE...975 MB...28.79 INCHES $$ Forecaster Beven Full Article
til Scientists still stumped on sickly sea lion strandings By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:21:51 +0000 The reasons behind why almost 1,300 ill sea lions have beached themselves on California's shores in 2013 remain unclear.. Full Article Animals
til Why we still need paper maps By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Jan 2019 15:33:22 +0000 Dependence on GPS hampers your brain's ability to navigate and can even lead you astray. Don't leave home without a trusty paper map. Full Article Travel
til Why kids shouldn't play football until they're 18 By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 27 Nov 2018 16:15:38 +0000 The doctor who discovered the dangers of concussions says kids should avoid high-impact sports until they are 18. Full Article Protection & Safety
til Ancient Antarctic iceberg flotilla caused huge sea-level rise By www.livescience.com Published On :: Thu, 29 May 2014 14:57:45 +0000 Antarctica's melting glaciers launched so many icebergs into the ocean 14,600 years ago that sea level rose 6.5 feet in just 100 years. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
til Marion Cotillard gives birth to baby boy By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 20 May 2011 18:41:58 +0000 'Inception' star and self-described hippie at heart names her first child Marcel. Full Article Babies & Pregnancy
til Protein in egg identified as key to fertilization By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 17 Apr 2014 17:09:42 +0000 Researchers name the protein receptor 'Juno' after the Roman goddess of fertility. Full Article Babies & Pregnancy
til Trying to conceive? The do's and don'ts to boosting fertility By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 19 Aug 2017 17:12:50 +0000 There are a number of things you can do that will not only boost your fertility but also help ensure that you're in tip-top condition. Full Article Babies & Pregnancy
til 5 vegetarian breakfast foods that keep you full until lunch By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 03 Oct 2017 13:54:01 +0000 If you're trying to stave off the mid-morning munchies, these foods will satisfy both your taste buds and your appetite. Full Article Healthy Eating
til Polar bear's origins still befuddles scientists By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 15 Mar 2013 17:51:01 +0000 Polar bears and brown bears diverged much longer ago than previously thought. Full Article Animals
til What's the cancer risk for those still living near Fukushima? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Feb 2014 16:17:02 +0000 For people living in areas neighboring the Fukushima nuclear power plants, the worst of the radiation exposure may have passed. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
til Oldest fossil of live reptile birth found By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 13 Feb 2014 14:50:00 +0000 The newly discovered ichthyosaur fossil challenges the assumption that live birth first appeared in marine reptiles after they took to the seas. Full Article Animals
til Cruising Tesla still faces bumpy road ahead By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 20 Jan 2014 18:31:41 +0000 The company's stock is in high gear, its sales exceed expectations and two new models are coming. Tesla is disruptive for sure, but not trouble-free. Full Article Transportation
til 10 recipes for lentils that move this superfood from drab to delightful By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 12:00:00 +0000 Not only are lentils a powerhouse of nutrition, but they have nearly limitless possibility for delicious dishes from burgers to salads. Full Article Healthy Eating
til Mighty wind: Cape project wins approval, but opposition is still full of hot air By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 19:12:31 +0000 Cape Wind won decisive approval triggering a potential green energy gold rush. But the opposition -- which mainly just doesn't want to look at wind turbines -- Full Article Transportation
til On 2-year anniversary, tsunami debris still washing ashore By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Mar 2013 14:07:01 +0000 Two years after a deadly tsunami swept ashore in Japan, killing more than 15,000 people, solemn reminders of the disaster are still washing ashore. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
til Rare mammal that's still alive today once walked with dinosaurs By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 22 Mar 2018 02:02:07 +0000 New genetic evidence shows that Solenodons survived the asteroid impact that wiped out the dinosaurs. Full Article Animals
til Eerie ancient spider fossils still have spooky glowing eyes By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Feb 2019 04:45:41 +0000 Researchers have unearthed fossils of an extinct spider family that contain reflective material in the eyes that gave them superior night vision. Full Article Animals
til New technology helps utilities sniff out natural gas pipeline leaks By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 09 Aug 2013 14:23:02 +0000 Aging pipelines leak dangerous amounts of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. Full Article Energy
til Arctic sea ice hits yearly max, but still dwindling By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 28 Mar 2013 15:15:01 +0000 It may be time to retire the groundhog and start tracking Arctic sea ice for a better prediction of late-winter weather. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
til Obama still has EPA's back By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 04 Feb 2011 15:05:47 +0000 The EPA will continue to draw fire, but the veto weapon should protect the agency as long as Obama is in the White House. Full Article Politics
til Meet the defiant grandmothers who still call Chernobyl home By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Apr 2016 18:05:10 +0000 The compelling documentary 'Babushkas of Chernobyl' offers a haunting and beautiful picture of life in a disaster area thought lost to humanity. Full Article Arts & Culture
til When business unplugs from the grid, can utilities survive? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Oct 2013 15:08:06 +0000 From Ikea to Walmart, corporations are increasingly interested in generating their own power. Where does that leave utilities? Full Article Energy
til Hyperventilation about kitchen ventilation By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 20 Jan 2016 17:47:36 +0000 Kitchen exhaust turns out to be a very complicated issue where there is no real consensus. Full Article Remodeling & Design
til Why is a spill that started in 2004 still leaking oil in the Gulf of Mexico? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Jun 2019 18:25:37 +0000 The oil leak may be releasing thousands of gallons per day, but after 14 years, it is finally at least partly contained. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
til Sponsor-a-shuttle: Museums offer tiles, stars for space shuttle display funds By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 14 May 2012 16:06:07 +0000 The Enterprise and Endeavour both have temporary displays, but their museums need help to make plans for permanent homes a reality. Full Article Space
til 4 years after Gulf oil spill, wildlife still dying By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 16 Apr 2014 12:56:22 +0000 The 2010 BP oil spill left a lasting legacy that the National Wildlife Federation says is still killing animals in record numbers. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
til Sip a tasty rum from a sustainable distillery By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 05 Sep 2015 18:00:00 +0000 Rum Diplomatico has a very rare certification for environmental awareness. Full Article Beverages
til North America has millions of utility markers. This biologist sees millions of birdhouses. By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 08 Apr 2018 14:47:42 +0000 Wildlife biologist Steve Barlow has invented a nest box that can be added to utility right-of-way markers across the U.S. and Canada. Full Article Research & Innovations
til 10 future-proof gadgets you'll still love next year By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 11 Oct 2012 18:10:46 +0000 Technology may be drastically changing each year, but there are a few older gadgets you can still buy without regretting your decision later. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
til Grocery survey results show interest in organics still growing By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 16 Aug 2013 12:28:49 +0000 Check out this infographic, which breaks down the importance of organic food, how mobile usage affects purchasing, food labels and more. Full Article Healthy Eating
til Green States: Rex T., still a dinosaur? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 09 Jan 2009 10:23:14 +0000 Is a kinder, gentler Exxon/Mobil — with Rex Tillerson at its helm — really changing its stripes? Full Article Energy
til Green States: Energy Department, still about the bomb By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 15 Jan 2009 21:17:00 +0000 As Obama plans for an energy makeover, his Department of Energy is still focused on nuclear weapons. Full Article Energy
til 900-year-old 'holy well' discovered that still has clean, drinkable water By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 29 Jan 2016 10:03:56 +0000 The well was uncovered in the basement of an old London building that was also used as a 'Harry Potter' set. Full Article Travel
til Why we still love paper in a digital world By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 05 Jun 2015 12:09:18 +0000 I know I’m not the only one who finds comfort in writing things down. Full Article Arts & Culture
til What should I do with asbestos tile? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 14 Oct 2011 14:23:05 +0000 What am I supposed to do with asbestos tile in my home? Full Article Remodeling & Design
til Employers are still finding 'legal' excuses to fire pregnant women By www.businessnewsdaily.com Published On :: Wed, 26 Feb 2014 15:45:02 +0000 Despite anti-discrimination laws, some employers are still finding ways to cut ties with their pregnant employees. Full Article Sustainable Business Practices
til Lisa Jackson calls out power utilities By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Jun 2011 19:20:10 +0000 The EPA administrator fires back at a coal utility company during a Senate committee hearing. Full Article Politics
til Signs that books are still alive and kicking By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 11 Sep 2014 19:41:49 +0000 A Facebook meme and the resurgence of indie bookstores show that books are still important in our culture. Full Article Arts & Culture
til These 5 groups are still feeding the hungry in the Florida Panhandle By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Nov 2018 18:39:56 +0000 The need for help in the Florida Panhandle after Hurricane Michael hasn't gone away and these relief organizations are keeping residents and helpers fed. Full Article Responsible Living
til Can tilapia skin help heal burn victims? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 10 Aug 2018 16:28:49 +0000 Researchers in Brazil are experimenting with sterilized fish skin as bandages for burns. Full Article Research & Innovations
til More money is being spent on America's urban parks (but there's still room for improvement) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 22 Aug 2018 18:16:39 +0000 Despite an uptick in public spending, 30% of city residents live more than a 10-minute walk from the nearest park, according to the 2018 City Park Facts report. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
til Why NASA is studying an island that didn't exist until 4 years ago By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Feb 2019 15:15:36 +0000 The extremely rare South Pacific island is one of three new islands to form in the last 150 years. Full Article Wilderness & Resources