Day: October 3, 2024

California Introduces New Bill for Recycling Old Clothing

California Introduces New Bill for Recycling Old Clothing

A newly introduced California bill could be the next best way to combat the effects of fast fashion. The Responsible Textile Recovery Act, or Bill SB 707, is a proposed bill requiring “a producer of apparel or textiles” to Join a “producer responsibility program.” This responsibility to the program would need to be approved by […]

Studies say more young women are being diagnosed with breast cancer

Studies say more young women are being diagnosed with breast cancer

On Tuesday an American Cancer Society report published a report with updated statistics on breast cancer numbers in the United States. The report states that one in 50 U.S. women will develop invasive breast cancer before they turn 50. This is based on research done at the National Cancer Institute calculations. Karen Knudsen, who is the […]

The Return of Military Coups: Why Are More African Nations Facing Political Upheaval?

The Return of Military Coups: Why Are More African Nations Facing Political Upheaval?

In recent years, Africa has witnessed a resurgence of military coups, a troubling trend that echoes the political instability of the post-colonial era. Countries such as Mali, Sudan, Guinea, and Niger have experienced military takeovers, raising questions about the underlying causes of this political upheaval. One of the central factors behind the rise in coups […]

Royals sweep Orioles

Royals sweep Orioles

Last night the Kansas City Royals took on the Baltimore Orioles for game two of their three-game wild card set. After winning game one 1-0, the Royals had the Orioles with their backs against the wall. After wasting a gem from Corbin Burnes on Tuesday, Baltimore gave Zach Eflin the ball for game two. As […]

West Nile virus found in NJ

West Nile virus found in NJ

It was reported earlier today that officials in Atlantic County, NJ have found positive tests for the West Nile Virus—a sample collected from the 100 block of Route 50 in Estell Manor in local mosquitoes. Mosquito control officials have begun conducting control measures and monitoring West Nile bugs throughout the area. This discovery comes less […]

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