Archive for November, 2007 :

A Gardener Plants Seeds for the Future
November 23rd, 2007

An immigrant gardener with little education is helping to ensure that others have more educational opportunity than he did.


EU Seeks Ban on Franken-Corn Seeds
November 22nd, 2007

Aware that genetically engineered (GE) corn is toxic and hazardous to health, the environment and European agriculture, the EU is seeking to ban GE corn.


Alarming UN Report On Climate Change Too Rosy?
November 20th, 2007

Many scientists behind the UN’s IPCC report are now saying it was not strong enough and the situation is far worse than reported.


Our World is Dying – Can We Save It?
November 19th, 2007

Humans really are destroying the planet and its ability to sustain life. Are we willing to change our lifestyles to save our planet?


Biofuel Revolution Reaches Airline Industry
November 15th, 2007

Biokerosene has the potential to take off on the international market faster than other alternative fuels.


Turning a Blind Eye – O Canada!
November 15th, 2007

In the 1980s, Canada was a bright green engine of change, pushing the global community forward on sustainable development and global warming. But now it is falling behind in almost every environmental aspect.


The Health Risks of GM Foods
November 8th, 2007

Numerous study clearly demonstrate that genetically modified foods can be hazardous to one’s health.


Atkins Diet Damages Blood Vessels
November 8th, 2007

The high-fat Atkins diet can cause long-term damage to blood vessels, as well as some of the inflammation linked with heart and artery disease, a new study has shown.


Paris Rental Bike Scheme Goes Global
November 2nd, 2007

A growing number of cities are setting up self-service rental bike schemes to reduce traffic congestion and the emissions of green-house gases.


Are Parasites Good for You?
November 2nd, 2007

Take 2,500 worm eggs and call me in the morning? Sounds more like a scene from Fear Factor than reputable medical advice, but if a small band of researchers is right, this just might be your prescription.