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Vote for the Scariest Climate Action Opponent
Offbeat  (tags: environment, odd, off-beat, vote for scariest opponent of climate ac )

Tierney
- 34 days ago - edf.org
We're looking to you -- our online members and activists -- to decide.
The Bill C-6 Battle Wages On: An Update on the Political Campaign to Protect Natural Health Products | Toronto Canada Alternativ
Offbeat  (tags: ethics, food, government, bill C-6, unprecedented power, Conservative Government, rights and freedoms )

Karen
- 43 days ago - vitalitymagazine.com
On April 30, 2009, all four parties supported Bill C-6 without protest. True, MP Paul Szabo (Liberal, Mississauga North) and MP Judy Wasylycia-Leis (NDP, Winnipeg North) wanted assurances that C-6, to amend the Hazardous Products Act, would not affect reg
Chews Wise: McMap Sheds Light on Fast Food
Offbeat  (tags: fast food, sustainable food, business, culture, lifestyle )

Karen
- 43 days ago - chewswise.com
A map of the distance to the nearest McDonald's all across the US, created by Stephen Von Worley at Weather Sealed.
Where They Grow Our Junk Food
Offbeat  (tags: odd, off-beat, food, health, junk food, Farming )

Tierney
- 45 days ago - organicconsumers.org
Follow the flow of food. That's what any farmer will tell you. Because apples don't grow in supermarkets. So to get to the root of the exploding obesity epidemic, I went in search of a junk food farm.
Bioluminescent Insects Glowing in the Darkness
Offbeat  (tags: pictures, interesting, insects )

Andi Bumc
- 65 days ago - environmentalgraffiti.com
Bioluminescent insects certainly look like they have more fun than other bugs - but don't most bright things bedazzle human eyes?
Pennyslvania Regulators Threaten to Prosecute Landowners or Contractors Who Neglect to Get Permit for Dam
Offbeat  (tags: bizarre, animals, americans, crime, environment, funny, government, humans, humor, interesting, odd, off-beat, safety, unusual, beavers )

Cowboss
- 61 days ago - thebovine.wordpress.com
This is an actual letter sent to a man named Ryan DeVries regarding a pond on his property. It was sent by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Quality, of the state of Pennsylvania.
Dancing Elephant Statue Stays, Says Calgary Zoo
Offbeat  (tags: dancing elephant statue, protest, regligious groups, calgary zoo )

Simone
- 64 days ago - cbc.ca
The Calgary Zoo said it has no plans to remove a dancing elephant statue after a complaint from a Christian group that it's an inappropriate religious icon. A private donor gave the statue, modeled after the Hindu god Ganesh, to the zoo in 2006 to
Withdrawal of Suspension Orders of Naresh Kadyan With Apology
Offbeat  (tags: ethics, society, performance, government )

OIPA
- 78 days ago - change.org
The Haryana Govt. have to withdraw the suspension orders of Naresh Kadyan, District Khadi and Village Industries Officer, Faridabad as he has placed under suspension for no reasons, his work should be recognized and recommended for Padamshri awards......
Vultures Are Making a Comeback Spain Finds Out That It Needs Nature's "Bad Guys" After All
Offbeat  (tags: environment, ethics, humans, health, interesting, vultures, death )

Cowboss
- 81 days ago - boiseweekly.com
PAMPLONA, Spain -- Vultures circling overhead have traditionally been a harbinger of death. But in Spain, their renewed presence after a long lull is being regarded by many as a good omen -- the sign of a healthy eco-system. "They're essential," said Lui
Is 13 Too Young to Sail Around the World Solo?
Offbeat  (tags: performance, children, sports, sailing, court decision, maturity )

Michelle
- 90 days ago - time.com
A Dutch court placed a 13-year-old girl in temporary custody on Friday, Aug. 28, after her parents insisted on supporting her bid to become the youngest person to sail around the world solo.
 
 
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