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Daily briefing: Why women were deliberately infected with Zika
Hello Nature readers, would you like to get this Briefing in your inbox free every day? Sign up here. Rainfall in the northeastern state of Odisha might decrease by 12% if India’s river-linking plans are implemented.Credit: Asit Kumar/AFP via Getty River-linking plan could reduce rainfall India’s controversial plan to link several rivers could upset the…
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The Books That Defined Each Genre
There have been many claims as to who created the first mystery novel or work of detective fiction, but Wilkie Collins’ “sensation novel” The Woman in White is definitely a strong early claimant to that title. Besides an often-chilling mystery, this classic from 1859 is also an impassioned plea for justice in Victorian marriage laws which,…
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TFP Nutrition Initiates Voluntary Recall of 50 lb. Bags of Retriever Dry Dog Food
From the FDA press release: TFP Nutrition of Nacogdoches, TX announced today that it is issuing a voluntary recall of Retriever All Life Stages Mini Chunk Chicken Recipe Dry Dog Food due to potential Salmonella contamination. Salmonella can affect animals eating the products and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated products, especially if…
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Oficinas Culturais ganham destaque no “Canal Direto com a Prefeitura”
Programa produzido pela Secretaria Municipal de Comunicação, o “Canal Direto com a Prefeitura” desta segunda-feira (23) apresentou detalhes sobre o programa Oficinas Culturais Municipais da Secretaria Municipal da Cultura e Fundart, que leva cultura gratuita para todos os pontos da cidade. Para falar sobre o assunto, foi convidada a coordenadora das Oficinas Culturais, Maria Alice…
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App State’s dining upgrades prioritize access, nutrition and sustainability
BOONE, N.C. — New renovations, services and staff positions at Appalachian State University’s Campus Dining facilities are designed to enhance the culinary experience, build community and improve food safety and access. The upgrades include recent renovations at Rivers Street Cafe in Roess Dining Hall and Park Place at the Pond in Trivette Hall, both located…
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Artificial Intelligence And Intellectual Property: Federal Government Interest In AI Continues.
You can’t seem to turn on the TV, listen to the radio, or open a newspaper these days without hearing about the merits and potential risks of AI—and the federal government is paying attention. Here are some recent examples: In September, the Review Board of the Copyright Office affirmed—for a second time—the Registration Program’s denial…
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Choosing Heart-Healthy Foods May Benefit Your Brain
Choosing foods that are good for your heart may also have benefits for your brain, a new study suggests. The study looked at how closely over 5,000 middle-aged women followed the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet, which is rich in fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins, while limiting alcohol, salt, sugars, and fatty meats.…
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Re-using food resources from failed honey bee (Apis mellifera L.) colonies and their impact on colony queen rearing capacity
Abstract For over a decade, beekeepers have experienced high losses of honey bee (Apis mellifera L.) colonies due to a variety of stressors including pesticide exposure. Some of these chemical stressors may residually remain in the colony comb and food resources (pollen and nectar) of failed colonies and be later re-used by beekeepers when splitting and…
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Elon names Oaks Neighborhood hall for Pam and Chalmbers Brumbaugh
A dedication ceremony during Homecoming & Reunion Weekend for Brumbaugh Hall honored the decades of contributions to the university by the couple. Share: Share this page on Facebook Share this page on Twitter Share this page on LinkedIn Email this page to a friend Print this page Elon University has honored Pam and Chalmers Brumbaugh…
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Seabury Hall stages “Mean Girls Musical: High School Version”
Mean Girls Musical: High School Version hits the stage at Seabury Hall with the favorite characters from the movie, powerful music, and timely pop culture references. Mean Girls, written by Tina Fey, with music by Jeff Richmond and lyrics by Nell Benjamin, is a fun and crazy look into high school life. The show runs…