Month: September 2017

Desalination Promises Ample Supply of Fresh Water

Although 75 percent of our planet is covered with water, many countries around the world suffer from a low supply of fresh water. There is plenty of water in the …

your ads here!

African Migrants Find Work as Beekeepers in Italy

Aid groups have criticized efforts by European leaders to stem the flow of migrants from sub-Saharan Africa, arguing Europe’s economy needs more workers. One nongovernmental organization in Italy has been …

your ads here!

Old Tires and Congealed Fat Generate Interest and Energy

Some energy, like solar and wind, is renewable. Other sources of power are recyclable. Faith Lapidus tells us how old tires and congealed fat are generating interest and energy. …

your ads here!

World Bank: Ivorian Women Could Boost Economy by $6 Billion

As women pound the pavements of Abidjan selling their wares, direct manic traffic in blue police uniforms and host popular television shows, it’s hard to believe Ivory Coast has one …

your ads here!

Treasury Secretary Vague on Support for Tubman on US $20 Bill

Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin is raising speculation that Harriet Tubman’s future on the $20 bill could be in jeopardy.   In a CNBC interview, Mnuchin on Thursday avoided a direct …

your ads here!

Fuel Futures, Oil Prices Rise as Storm Sidelines US Refineries

Gasoline futures surged more than 13 percent Thursday, and crude oil settled nearly 3 percent higher, as almost a quarter of U.S. refining capacity remained offline and traders scrambled to …

your ads here!