EU legislators vote to slash use of pesticides
EU legislators on Tuesday voted to slash use of pesticides by half across the bloc, despite opposition from some conservative groups......»»
Researcher proposes paradigm shift in enzyme biochemistry
Although you may never have heard of the cytochrome P450 superfamily of enzymes, these proteins play diverse and critical roles in humans through the metabolic processing of drugs, pesticides, fatty acids, fat-soluble vitamins, and chemical carcinoge.....»»
Sony to Slash 900 Jobs Across PlayStation Division
Sony's entire PlayStation London studio will be shut down as well. The post Sony to Slash 900 Jobs Across PlayStation Division appeared first on Phandroid. At this point, it’s become clear that no company – no matter how big.....»»
Ladybug scents offer a more ecologically friendly way to protect crops
The use of pesticides, while beneficial for global food security, wreaks havoc on natural ecosystems and human health. To address this issue, Penn State researchers have turned to an unlikely enforcer to protect crops: the ladybug. The team, led by S.....»»
Audi union in Mexico agrees to salary hike, ending strike
The vote passed with 66.3 percent of employees backing the raise, Mexico's labor ministry said......»»
Natural pesticides gain ground in "agri-tox" capital Brazil
Inspecting a thriving green field, Brazilian farmer Adriano Cruvinel is beaming: Using a fraction of the chemical products he used to, he is growing even more soy, thanks to natural pesticides......»»
Pesticides to help protect seeds can adversely affect earthworms" health
While pesticides protect crops from hungry animals, pesky insects, or even microbial infections, they also impact other vital organisms, including bees and earthworms. Now, research published in Environmental Science & Technology Letters reveals that.....»»
Texas firm allegedly behind fake Biden robocall that told people not to vote
Tech and telecom firms helped New Hampshire AG trace call to "Life Corporation." Enlarge / US President Joe Biden speaks on the phone in the Rose Garden of the White House in Washington, DC, on May 1, 2023. (credit: Getty Images.....»»
Favorite OnePlus 12R Feature so Far: Alert Slider
I recently began my OnePlus 12R journey, but already I can tell you my early vote for favorite feature: that beautiful alert slider. OnePlus has been including the alert slider on its phones for years and I’ve always wished it would somehow mak.....»»
Parisians vote in anti-SUV parking and pollution referendum
Polling stations opened in Paris on Sunday for a referendum on tripling parking costs for hefty SUV-style cars, a campaign that has drivers' groups up in arms against city hall......»»
Silent fields: A cocktail of pesticides is stunting bumblebee colonies across Europe
The European Parliament voted against a proposal to curb the use of agricultural pesticides in November 2023. These chemicals, designed to protect crop yield from pest insects and other organisms, can contaminate the water and air and threaten the pe.....»»
UAW says it won organizing vote at Antolin interiors plant in Mich.
The vote was 238-42 in favor of the UAW. The plant produces instrument and door panels for the Detroit 3 and Paccar......»»
Biodegradable sensor monitors levels of pesticides via direct contact with surface of fruit and vegetables
Researchers at the University of São Paulo (USP) and the Federal University of Viçosa (UFV) in Brazil have developed a sustainable sensor that can be placed directly on the surface of a vegetable or fruit to detect the presence of pesticides. Known.....»»
FCC to declare AI-generated voices in robocalls illegal under existing law
Robocalls with AI voices to be regulated under Telephone Consumer Protection Act. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Thamrongpat Theerathammakorn) The Federal Communications Commission plans to vote on making the use of AI-.....»»
Elon Musk proposes Tesla move to Texas after Delaware judge voids $56 billion pay
Musk is sick of Delaware judges, says shareholders will vote on move to Texas. Enlarge / Tesla CEO Elon Musk speaks at Tesla's "Cyber Rodeo" on April 7, 2022, in Austin, Texas. (credit: Getty Images | AFP/Suzanne Cordeiro).....»»
Field weed control: Synthetic microbial communities slash herbicide use
Synthetic microbial communities (SynComs) are emerging as powerful allies in the battle against weeds. These carefully crafted assemblies of microorganisms, such as compatible Pseudomonas strains, are designed to target specific weeds while promoting.....»»
Musk seeks Tesla shareholder vote on moving incorporation to Texas
Tesla CEO Elon Musk said the company will hold a shareholder vote to transfer its state of incorporation to Texas from Delaware, days after a judge invalidated his $56 billion pay package at the electric vehicle maker......»»
Microsoft to Slash up to 1,900 Jobs Across Xbox and Activision Blizzard
The cuts come as a result of a strategy that will "reduce areas of overlap" within Microsoft's operations. The post Microsoft to Slash up to 1,900 Jobs Across Xbox and Activision Blizzard appeared first on Phandroid. The past couple of yea.....»»
Spatial model predicts bumblebee exposure to pesticide use
It has long been known that agricultural pesticides are one of the greatest threats to bees and other essential pollinators. What farmers have lacked is an understanding of how different pesticides, applied at various times on a variety of crops, aff.....»»
Environmental risks of new pesticides with nanoparticles insufficiently examined, say researchers
The environmental risks of new pesticides containing nanoparticles are inadequately researched, according to four Leiden University scientists, who have published an article in the journal Environmental Science & Technology. They call for an examinat.....»»
Disinformation may reinforce polarization in society
With over 4 billion people eligible to vote in elections, 2024 is the largest election year ever. At the same time, disinformation and polarization on social media pose unprecedented challenges to the democratic process......»»