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Riley Lecturer Emphasizes Farmer-Focused Innovation | American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)
Harnessing scientific innovation can feed the planet effectively and efficiently, but farmers must be involved every step of the way, said the keynote speaker at the 2023 AAAS Charles Valentine Riley Memorial Lecture. The annual lecture, co-sponsored by AAAS, the Riley Memorial Foundation and the World Food Prize Foundation, offers a platform to explore how…
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House Subcommittee on Digital Assets and Fintech Schedules Hearing on Innovation in Financial Services
The Subcommittee on Digital Assets, Financial Technology, and Inclusion, part of the House Financial Services Committee, has announced a hearing addressing innovation in financial services. The hearing is entitled: “Fostering Financial Innovation: How Agencies Can Leverage Technology to Shape the Future of Financial Services” The hearing is currently scheduled to take place at 10 AM on…
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You Have High Cholesterol—Does That Mean You Have to Give Up Eggs?
Eggs are loaded with nutrients, but for people concerned about their heart health—and particularly their cholesterol levels—the decision to include them in their diet can seem complicated. This is because eggs have gotten a bad rap over the years, due to their cholesterol content: One large egg has approximately 186 mg of cholesterol—more than half…
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In the 70s, Ottawa was a city that didn’t value its visual artists. Then Jennifer Dickson came to town
Breadcrumb Trail Links Local Arts Entertainment Dickson is one of five artists to be honoured by the Ottawa Art Gallery for their contributions to the city’s art scene Ottawa artist Jennifer Dickson, who is one of the five visual artists being honoured at an investiture ceremony. Photo by Tony Caldwell /Postmedia Reviews and recommendations are…
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Discover how animals survive winter this Saturday, Dec. 2 at MDC’s Howard Wood St. Louis Urban Outreach Office
Body St. LOUIS, MO.—Modern humans are lucky to have homes, heaters, and high-tech clothing to make the colder months bearable. But how does Missouri’s wildlife survive the challenges of winter? The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is presenting a program this Saturday, Dec. 2 that will help reveal the answers to that mystery. M.A.D. Wildlife…
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Discover how animals survive winter this Saturday, Dec. 2 at MDC’s Howard Wood St. Louis Urban Outreach Office
Body St. LOUIS, MO.—Modern humans are lucky to have homes, heaters, and high-tech clothing to make the colder months bearable. But how does Missouri’s wildlife survive the challenges of winter? The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is presenting a program this Saturday, Dec. 2 that will help reveal the answers to that mystery. M.A.D. Wildlife…
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Tina Knowles Vehemently Defends Beyoncé Against Skin-Whitening Claims
Tina Knowles has time for the naysayers today. After Beyoncé debuted a dynamic new look for the world premiere of Renaissance: A Film By Beyoncé at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Los Angeles, the singer has been the subject of skin-whitening speculation. Tina took to her Instagram to defend her daughter, posting a fan-made video of the singer set to her GRAMMY-winning single, “Brown…
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Eagles cut CB Josiah Scott
The Eagles waived cornerback Josiah Scott on Tuesday, the team announced. It’s possible Scott could return to the team’s practice squad. Scott, 24, has appeared in four games for the Eagles this season, totaling two tackles. He has seen action on 17 defensive snaps and 43 on special teams. The Jaguars made Scott a fourth-round…
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Miriam Adelson to sell $2 billion in Las Vegas Sands stock as she looks to buy sports team
Miriam Adelson, the largest shareholder of Las Vegas Sands, is selling $2 billion worth of company stock. The company said in a filing that Adelson would use proceeds to buy a sports team. It’s not clear which team, sport or city Adelson would target, although Las Vegas has become a sports mecca in recent years.…
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Hunters urged to use non-lead ammunition
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) – Hunters are reminded they can help keep lead out of the environment. When hunters kill deer or other animals, often the ammunition is made with lead. When the bullet hits the animal, it breaks into pieces and often those pieces of lead are left behind once a hunter takes the…
