The Hawaiian Islands have become a magnet for ocean debris, shows a new aerial survey, and the trash includes everything from discarded fishing gear to tires, metal, clothes, and boats. Source: Hawaiian Islands Awash in Ocean Debris, Aerial Pics Show
Saharan Addax Antelope is in Imminent Danger of Extinction
by Helen Brophy
Lightweight solar platforms stay steady on ocean waves : TreeHugger
by Helen Brophy
Floating solar platforms are would minimize environmental impact and should be a big boost to solar energy use. Heliofloat concept. These floating solar platforms meant for any body of water including the ocean, are lightweight and flexible enough to bob with the waves while remaining steady on the surface, even in rough weather. Source: Lightweight…
Providence, RI -Ranked #8 for seasonal allergies
by Helen Brophy
The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America has listed Providence, RI as number 8 in a ranking of cities where people are most affected by seasonal allergies. The annual report provides important insights into cities where people are most affected by seasonal symptoms due to environmental factors such as grass, tree and weed pollen.…
Glyphosate Found in Popular Breakfast Foods
by Helen Brophy
Another example of FDA not protecting the public. We have to buy organic and hope it is still safe! The Alliance for Natural Health-USA released the results of food safety testing conducted on an assortment of popular breakfast foods and found glyphosate Source: Glyphosate Found in Popular Breakfast Foods
Hundreds of ducks help farming on a vineyard
by Helen Brophy
A kind word is like a spring day
Moonshot Cancer Cure -Opinion
by Helen Brophy
I am very thankful for President Obama and Vice President Biden’s “moonshot” for a cancer cure. We are close and it is very possible the cures will be achieved in the near future. But like the traditional approach to most serious problems, we are always trying to fix the outcome of so many bad actions…
Freshen your home with peppermint
by Helen Brophy
Using a homemade, natural peppermint room spray can bring a fresh, lively holiday scent to your home. I spritz some in my entry halI to greet my guests. I use the spray around all my sofas and cushioned chairs. Hold the spray about two feet away from your stuffed furniture and spritz gently. Do not…