Commentary

Fears over giant pink blob of warm water in ocean which is causing worrying changes to our atmosphere – Mirror.co.uk

On February 23, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

An area of increased warmth, causing a pink color on a scale bar , in the Pacific Ocean known as the blob has been a concern since it was spotted in 2013. It’s causing increased levels of ozone in the western US. This is a concern as it decreases environmental oxygen causing people to experience […]

 

NEVER let your dog lick your face, health experts warn – Birmingham Mail

On February 22, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

You may love you dog, and you may also enjoy the wet kisses they give you. Though this may make you feel good, it could cause some health concerns. The problem comes from the plethora or bacteria that a dogs mouth has. This is not what your health needs, so give yourself some space next […]

 

Climate Change Could Have Wide-Ranging Effects on Mental Health – Live Science

On February 22, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

Climate change can have a severe effect on the mental and physical health of all the worlds population. It is causing severe problems to increase over time but it is difficult to study quantitatively. Climate change also effects crime, overall societal success, and availability of resources. Its effect on the human body is ultimately not […]

 

Drones in the UK: Upgrading and Renewing the Country’s Energy, Water and Transportation Infrastructure – Commercial UAV News

On February 18, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

When building large infrastructures such as power plants to sustain a city, robotics have become useful in planning projects. Being able to use drones provides safety and more available space for projects when land is limited, drones use air space and the ability to monitor the job site efficiently. Drones can also save time and […]

 

Getech up on contract to map UK continental shelf – Proactive Investors UK

On February 18, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

Some British companies got good stock news, recently, like Metminco, which is exploring a gold asset in Columbia, also Evan Pharma, which was awarded a patent agreement, by the US, for a man-made version of the organic compound sulforaphane. Shares rose a walloping 23%, in response to the patent news. Getech also rose a significant […]

 

5 health habits experts say you need in your 60s – Philly.com

On February 17, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

As people approach the age of 60, there health can decline rapidly. You can find some healthy ideas and tips to keep folks going strong as they reach retirement. When reading, you will see tips such as, “keeping mentally active” since memory loss such as dementia can happen. So if you are in this age […]

 

Harvard has created a ‘liquid’ battery that could last for more than a decade – Wired.co.uk

On February 17, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

Batteries are a very important aspect to our everyday life now. From hospital back ups to an everyday flashlight. It’s become an important thing for people to gain a stronger longer lasting battery. That’s where Harvard comes in to play. This university has been making ways forward to do this very thing. They through lots […]

 

Are YOU using enough water to cook your rice? Expert warns that you could be at risk of arsenic poisoning if not… – Daily Mail

On February 16, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

Arsenic poisoning is probably the last thing on your mind when you dive into a brown rice stir-fry or give a baby his or her first taste of solid food. Scientists are now saying, though, that the issue needs to be on your radar, particularly when it comes to rice ingredients in baby food. You […]

 

Could these five innovations help solve the global water crisis?

On February 16, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

The world is at a cross roads. In a few years there will be a global water crisis and something needs to be done about it. There are millions of people looking at ways to make sure there is enough water for generations to come. This will be something that needs to be fixed. Key […]

 

An expert has rated high street coffees and the results may surprise you – WalesOnline

On February 15, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

Dominik Hurthe is a coffee expert that conducted a taste and rate of coffee from five different stores. He developed an interest in coffee while holding a job at his family’s juice bar, where he taught himself to taste and roast coffee. Along with his description and rating of the five coffees he tasted, Dominik […]