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ND air quality receives 'A' grade
The Dickinson PressThe Peace Garden State continues to receive high marks for air quality, despite dust issues plaguing the western part of the state. "North Dakota is one of a handful of states that meet all clean air standards," Jim Semerad, North Dakota Department of...Tags: Environmental Pollution, Science and Technology, Environmental Politics, Air Pollution, Environmental Issues
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Greener Cities Will Push Cars To The Curb
What will our cities look like by mid-century as America's population expands a projected 36 percent, to some 440 million? Will they be more livable, green, vibrant? Can we do away with our tons of city-based industrial wastelands and remake our low-...Tags: Unrest, Conflicts and War, Environmental Issues, Car Safety Tips and Advice, The Washington Post, Manhattan (New York City)
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Minnesota lakes contaminated with all kinds of chemicals
Star TribuneA cornucopia of man-made chemicals -- including cocaine, DEET, synthetic estrogen, antibiotics, antidepressants and plastics derivatives -- are finding their way into even isolated Minnesota lakes, an indication that some contamination is becoming the...Tags: Science and Technology, Water Supply, Environmental Pollution, United Nations, Water
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Lexington Herald-Leader Tom Eblen column
The Lexington Herald-LeaderWhen I moved back here 15 years ago, Lexingtonians were battling with bumper stickers. Builders and developers had "Growth is Good" stickers on their bumpers. Preservationists had "Growth Destroys Bluegrass Forever" on theirs. It was a pointless debate....Tags: Automotive Equipment, Vehicles, Manufacturing and Engineering, Services and Shopping, Passenger Cars
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N.C. coast ideal for wind farms, but logistics complicated
Star-News, Wilmington, N.C.For years, chatter about the possibility of offshore wind power in North Carolina has hummed among state environmental groups. In the past year, that conversation intensified as concrete plans to develop the state's offshore resource moved forward through...Tags: Conservation, Energy, Science and Technology, Biology, Energy and Resource Industries
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It's the experience, stupid
Khaleej TimesFuel efficiency will continue to call the shots in aviation, UAE will be in the league of Top 5 country markets, India should witness strong growth in the long term, but the future is all about passenger experience, top aviation executive Randy Tinseth...Tags: Transportation, Science and Technology, Boeing Co., Technology, Dubai (United Arab Emirates)
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Lionfish: If you can't beat 'em, eat 'em
In recent years, the Indo-Pacific lionfish — a dramatically striped, finned and armored aquarium fish — has invaded Atlantic and Caribbean coral reefs. It has been spotted off the Southeastern United States, throughout the Caribbean Sea, in...
Tags: Conservation, Ecosystems, Environmental Issues, Coral Reefs, Seafood and Fishing Industry
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Q&A: Ask the pediatrician! Dr. Diana Blythe answers your questions about kids' health
Have a question for Dr. Blythe? Write to her at AskThePediatrician@tribune.com. For more information on Dr. Blythe, go to pediatricassociates.com.
April 29, 2013
Q: My 5-year-old daughter just had her adenoids and tonsils removed because of snoring...Tags: Recipes, Medical Research, Health Organizations, Blood Disorders, Nutrition
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Al-Sanousi: Foreign investors 'can bring down housing prices'
Arab News, Jeddah, Saudi ArabiaPlenty of foreign investment opportunities exist in Saudi Arabia because of its rapid economic growth, says Ahmed Omar Al-Sanousi, CEO of Prince Sultan Cultural Center. "Foreign investors can effectively meet the market challenges at different levels,"...Tags: Riyadh (Saudi Arabia), Productivity, Saudi Arabia, Crime, Law and Justice, Demographics
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Endangered whales filling Cape waters
Cape Cod Times, Hyannis, Mass.Two North Atlantic right whales skimming for zooplankton Saturday afternoon in waters off the coast of Bourne nearly had a head-on collision, but the two managed to change courses at the last minute and avoid hitting each other. "I've never seen them...Tags: Marine Science, Environmental Issues
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Mailbag: Even those without clout can dislike fire rings
I read Chris Epting's perspective on the beach fire issue this morning and I wanted to give you another perspective. I live in Huntington Beach about two blocks from the beach. I am not a "wealthy person" who is trying to keep others from beach...Tags: Environmental Pollution, Southern California Edison Company, Environmental Issues, Rooms and Sublets, Asthma
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Top 10 places to see animals in the wild
With the thawing of winter in many parts of the world, animals and humans alike are starting to wake up and get outside. As avid wildlife watchers, members of VirtualTourist.com, a leading travel website, compiled a list of the "Top 10 Places to See...
Tags: Conservation, Africa, Gardens and Parks, Costa Rica, Endangered Species
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