Two pesticides — both widely used — are under increasing scrutiny. According to a group of scientists, neonicotinoids and fipronil are killing bees, worms, fish, and birds and they need to be banned from use. The "neonics" work well, and it shows — they account for 40 percent of the insecticide market, and in 2011, sales were more than... Read More
There are countless movies, TV shows, books and more, about the zombie apocalypse. That's because it would never happen. The reality of what would happen after something catastrophic is way too grim for fiction. That's the basis of a new study, which used computer programs to simulate the aftermath of a nuclear war. As you might guess, it... Read More
It’s a bad idea to spend too much time watching TV — but we all occasionally need to unwind, get comfy on the couch, and binge on a series. Maybe you need to relax after a long day’s work or you're feeling a little sick and need some comfort. But if your favorite shows are on vacation for the summer, what do you do?
If you aren’t already... Read More
Did somebody say McDonald’s? The fast food giant is getting a lot of buzz as of late, but this is the sort of press most companies would rather avoid. McDonald’s and Yum Brands Inc. (the parent company to KFC) are in hot water in China, causing serious strain to one of their largest and most important international markets.
