Lighting is a crucial part of garden and landscape design. Lights are used to extend the hours of use in the garden, light driveways and pathways to make them safe and for general security. However, all artificial lighting has an effect on wildlife and the local ecosystem, so it is important to light gardens responsibly.
We conclude yet another great year, where we achieved so much, even though the odds were against most agricultural practices. It is safe to say, this was probably the toughest year for the agricultural movement on the continent. In the same breath, I am inviting you to a space of celebration. The regenerative agriculture and agroecology movements are gaining traction in the face of the above mentioned issues.
The current mainstream narrative is that climate change is caused by carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from fossil fuels and methane emissions from farm animals. The solution is to reduce fossil use, scale up renewable energy, and eat less, preferably no, meat. Read here for more information.
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Saving money has always been a priority, and depression era hacks prove that simple methods can make a big difference. These tips are rooted in practicality and creativity, offering ways to stretch your resources without feeling deprived. Whether it’s reducing waste, finding new uses for old items, or cutting costs in everyday life, these ideas are as useful now as they were back then. They’re perfect for anyone looking to spend smarter and live more resourcefully. Let’s explore these timeless tricks and see how they can work for you today.
One of the most prominent features of Trump’s immigration policy was the removal of millions of undocumented immigrants. Trump advocated for the immediate deportation of individuals who were in the U.S. illegally, particularly those who had committed crimes.
Early exposure to bisphenol A (BPA) may increase your risk of developing conditions such as heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and obesity later in life, even in small doses, a recent study has found. BPA is a type of chemical widely found in consumer and industrial products, especially in processed food and food packaging. An endocrine disruptor, it is known to cause hormonal problems that contribute to chronic disease as you age. The study, published [September 2024] in the Journal of Hazardous Materials, is the first of its kind to assess the relationship between BPA exposure and cardiometabolic health outcomes from childhood to adolescence, using a large variety of health markers.
A study in Chemosphere, conducted by researchers from the Institute of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology in Germany, reveals the varied lethal and sublethal effects of different glyphosate mixtures through tests on the South African clawed frog, Xenopus laevis (X. laevis). After exposing embryos to four glyphosate formulations, mortality, morphological defects, altered heartbeat rate, and impaired heart-specific gene expression are observed. Glyphosate, an herbicide and popular weed killer in many Roundup® products, is one of the most commonly detected pesticides in waterbodies worldwide, threatening aquatic organisms and overall biodiversity.