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A routine water sample test has led to the issuance of a boil water advisory for the 46,600 people serviced by Lough Mask Water Treatment Plant. Irish Water and Mayo County Council say cryptosporidium was detected in the water sample. The source of the contamination is being investigated, and priority customers are being called directly […]
We often think of churches as places that don’t allowing drinking. But sometime things can change. In the UK a priest has applied for a liquor license for his church because he serving communion wine. It’s an unusual story. But sometimes churches have to do some crazy things to keep up with the times. Vicar […]
A local London vicker has applied for a liquor license invoking Jesus miracle of water into wine. He does not just want the license but wants to open up the church to be a live music venue four nights a week. He is a big fan of USA rock music. His congregation is worries that […]
There are strict standards in the United Kingdom for working on water pipes and fixtures. Before anyone, including commercial or private workers, can get started they need to contact the water authority in the area. The authority on water says it is to keep a high standard for the water in the area. The notification […]
As of May, a blanket ban of “legal highs” became law in the UK. But according to a BBC investigation, China-based suppliers of substances such as synthetic cannabis are still getting their products into the UK. These suppliers provided an undercover reporter with video footage of their drug production facilities. One addict, Sam, feels the […]
After four years of a stalemate due to political disagreements, California has now decided to spend the $900 million revenue from its carbon-trading programme. This money will go towards more environment-friendly bills in an effort to cut back on carbon output and waste. Climate change is being fought back by these new bills, payed for […]
Jeff and Julie Byrne survived the odds after being lost for seven hours at sea. After a tropical storm came through by Mauritius, the couple was pulled far away by a rip tide. To make matters worse, they soon were being stalked by sharks. Throughout their ordeal, the couple struggled against huge waves and poor […]
The first American offshore wind farm will soon be a reality. Located off the coast of Block Island, this farm consisting of five turbines will be finished this fall. Each turbine is 29 tons and 650 feet tall. GE Renewable Energy will manage the turbines. The turbines will generate power for about 17,000 homes. While […]
The UK recently banned legal highs, and some people think this could actually cause more harm than good. One addict claims, that while you can’t buy drugs in shops, it’s readily available underground. With drugs being produced underground, quality can vary. Some people are getting high from drugs purchased online or out of country. Synthetic […]
A taxi owner in England was given a 315 pound water bill. He was stunned. He called the water company to ask what was going in with his bill. They said there had been a mistake, and the amount he had to pay was much less. The water company said there was a problem with […]
