Commentary

David Cameron spotted swimming in water with raw sewage contamination warning – Telegraph.co.uk

On August 20, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

British politician and former Prime Minister David Cameron was caught swimming in the Cornish Sea during his vacation. The sea is speculated to contain raw sewage, probably unknown to Cameron. Speculators note that it is probable the sea is contaminated because lifeguards had put our red flags that day, signifying that there was a spill […]

 

A danger to public health? Uproar as scientist urges us to eat more salt – The Guardian

On August 20, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

Scientists are now encouraging people to eat more salt in their diet. That could come with a public uproar regarding their health. For years now, people have regarded salt consumption as potentially dangerous. A new book suggests that salt could make us healthier over time though. It could prevent brittle bones from breaking, especially among […]

 

Doosan Enpure wins $27 mn water treatment plant deal in UK – pulse

On August 19, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

Doosan Enpure which is South Korean water processing unit signed a $26.6 million contract with Severn Trent Water which is a British water supplier. The project is to build an environmentally friendly water plant in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire that converts wastewater to energy. The plant is scheduled to be operational in 2019. The plant allows Doosan […]

 

People in Cheshire say their tap water is coming out green – Metro

On August 19, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

Some homes in Cheshire have green water coming out of their taps. Understandably many people are worried about the safety of consuming this green water. United Utilities, the provider of the water, has stated that they believe the problem is not in the general water system but in the pipes of the individual houses. United […]

 

UK weather: Severe flood alerts issued with a MONTH’S worth of rain expected in just 24 hours – Mirror.co.uk

On August 18, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

Rain may be needed but if too much falls too fast it could create flooding. This is because the ground can’t absorb the water fast enough and it then has nowhere to go. The ground can only hold so much at one time. This is the risk the UK will be facing if they get […]

 

Tributes paid to Parrot, Britain’s largest fresh water fish who has died age 25 – Telegraph.co.uk

On August 18, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

A huge parrot fish weighing 681lbs passed away 11~3~2017 at the age of 25. Everyone came to try their luck in catching him.Many people tell their sorrow of not getting the chance to catch such a beautiful huge fish to have the joy of having the record largest fish. They will have a doctor to […]

 

Playing brain games ‘of little benefit’, say experts – BBC News

On August 17, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

The Global Council on Brain Health has issued their recommendations for followers. They do recommend that people engage in certain activities to stimulate brain function. But experts think that brain games offer little benefit to people. That is surprising news as many people are showing interest in the idea. Debate is stirring over the true […]

 

Thames Water turns it back on Cayman Islands after paying no corporation tax for a decade – This is Money

On August 17, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

Thames Water has been under scrutiny for many years for having subsidiaries in the Cayman Islands. Businesses in the Cayman’s are well known for having large tax benefits. Thames Water insists that the subsidiaries are not there for tax benefits but agrees that bad connotations are associated with businesses in the Cayman Islands. They say […]

 

How an ancient well is bringing northern Namibia water – until funds dry up

On August 16, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

Can you imagine not being able to walk to your water fountain and turn the water one? What it would be like to have to manually dig a well in your back yard, a well that would primarily provide water for your livestock? We all know water can be very scarce in certain parts of […]

 

Built to last a lifetime: the design classics you only need to buy once – Telegraph.co.uk

On August 16, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

The latest trend in manufacturing is providing clothing, household items and accessories that are durable and long lasting. Customers are concerned with the quality if materials and how they are made, they often want carefully constructed pricier pieces that last instead if mass manufactured pieces that fall apart not long after purchasing. Companies have taken […]