Don’t Let the Bed Bugs Bite

Although practically non-existent in the United States for nearly 40 years — from the 1950s to late 1990s — the bed bug population has recently resurfaced with a vengeance. In fact, bed bug infestations have caused such a nationwide stir that the U.S. government has stepped in to help. Last year, in response to the growing number of bed bug infestations across the nation, Congressman G.K.... [Read more]

Plastic Containers and their uses

The term “Plastic Containers” encompasses a wide range of products. From sports display cases to die cast display cases and from food storage containers to plastic aquariums, Plastic has invaded our lives in a good way. A long time ago, plastic was mainly used as a means for storage because it was cheap and because it was only available in forms (i.e. shape, color, thickness, etc). But over the... [Read more]

Combat Global Warming with Solar Power

The need to utilize the sun as a major energy source is hot. While many homeowners consider solar power as a solution to reducing high electricity bills, others realize that the issue is bigger than that; it is about global warming. Humanity needs to make the switch to pollution-free energy as an effort to reduce emissions of greenhouse gases from fossil fuels. As a clean, renewable energy source,... [Read more]

Solar Power for Online Systems

System networks rely on continuous power to stay alive. System networks such as microwave and cell repeaters as well as Wi-Fi and WiMax networks especially depend on available power supply during power outages and when utility power is not available around the clock. This is why SunWize created a utility-based power solution that features battery backup for outdoor appliances. Along with home solar... [Read more]

What happens after you donate a car?

Since 2005, when you donate a used car you can only claim the fair market value of the car. This means how much the car actually was resold for, or how much it is expected to sell for based on various considerations including mileage and condition. This change was made because some unscrupulous people were taking advantage of loopholes in the law. So you might ask: What happens after I donate my... [Read more]

Test shows water problem near natgas drill site

U.S. government officials urged residents of a Wyoming farming community near natural gas drilling sites not to use private well water for drinking or cooking because of chemical contamination. “Sample results indicate that the presence of petroleum hydrocarbons and other chemical compounds in groundwater represents a drinking water concern,” the Environmental Protection Agency said in... [Read more]

Indonesian Volcanos

The geography of Indonesia is dominated by volcanoes that are formed due to subduction zones between the Eurasian plate and the Indo-Australian plate. Some of the volcanoes are notable for their eruptions, for instance, Krakatau for its global effects in 1883, Lake Toba for its supervolcanic eruption estimated to have occurred 74,000 Before Present which was responsible for several years of cold of... [Read more]

Priceless rock art in National Conservation Lands being defaced, destroyed, stolen

Ongoing investigations of sites within our National Conservation Lands in the Southwest and southern California are uncovering evidence of cultures and traditions dating back thousands of years. These sites are providing a one-of-a-kind opportunity to research, study, and assess how these different cultures lived and adapted. Something new is being found all the time Read more here: Priceless rock... [Read more]

The Environmentalist’s Paradox

The signs are all around. Many places in the world show degradation of the air, water, and soil. Species becoming extinct as natural habitats are being destroyed. Go here to read the rest:  The Environmentalist’s Paradox  Read More →

NOAA Reopens More than 4,000 Square Miles of Closed Gulf Fishing Area

Today NOAA reopened 4,281 square miles of Gulf waters off western Louisiana to commercial and recreational fishing. The reopening was announced after consultation with FDA and under a re-opening protocol agreed to by NOAA, the FDA, and the Gulf states. On July 18, NOAA data showed no oil in the area Here is the original post:  NOAA Reopens More than 4,000 Square Miles of Closed Gulf Fishing Area  Read More →