Minimizing common air pollutant could lead to better crop yields: study
Eliminating one common air pollutant from the atmosphere could lead to considerable gains in agricultural production, a new study has found. Nitrogen oxides — gases found in car exhaust and industrial emissions — pose a significant threat to global crop yields, according to a report in Science Advances, published on Wednesday. These findings, uncovered through satellite imagery, could have significant implications for boosting agricultural output and determining climate change mitigation costs, the authors explained. “Nitrogen oxides are invisible to human
Read MoreIt’s time to close a gaping import loophole to improve US competitiveness against China
As Congress finalizes legislation to improve the nation’s competitiveness, it should address a glaring loophole that, left open, would undermine the stated purpose of the bill. Left untouched, certain importers will continue to exploit a legal provision of U.S. trade law that rewards China, letting millions of products into the U.S. market duty free that otherwise would be subject to tariffs, penalty tariffs, taxes and inspection. This loophole allows a package of goods valued at $800 or less to come into the country per person every day without paying duties or customs inspection
Read MoreFBI thwarted cyberattack against Boston Children's Hospital
FBI Director Christopher Wray said his agency thwarted a cyberattack last summer that aimed to disrupt the network of the Boston Children’s Hospital. Wray said hackers sponsored by the Iranian government were behind the attack,
Read More3.7 million bottles of baby formula headed to US in Operation Fly Formula
The Biden administration on Wednesday announced it had arranged two additional shipments of infant formula to come to the U.S. from overseas as part of its Operation Fly Formula. According to the White House, United Airlines will transport the equivalent of 3.7 million 8-ounce bottles of Kendamil formula free of charge from Heathrow Airport in London to multiple airports across the country over a three-week period beginning June 9. The formula will be distributed and available for purchase at select retailers nationwide as well as online. The first shipment will be avail
Read MoreHow parents can best support LGBTQ+ kids this Pride Month
Story at a glance Supportive actions taken by the parents and caregivers of LGBTQ+ children can lower their risk of suicide by more than 40 percent, according to new research from The Trevor Project. Most LGBTQ+ youth report feeling affirmed and supported when their parents or guardians are kind to their partners or close friends. LGB
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