Local officials see millions of dollars in tax revenue, but more than 950 residents who signed ballot petitions fear endless noise, pollution and higher electric rates. By Tom Perkins This is the second of three articles about Michigan communities organizing to stop the construction of energy-intensive computing facilities. Continue Reading
Local officials allege the University of Michigan is being “deceptive” over its plans for the $1.2 billion “computation center,” which could bring few benefits and many costs to Ypsilanti Township. By Tom Perkins First of three articles about Michigan communities organizing to stop the construction of energy-intensive computing facilities. Continue Reading
Doctors say acetaminophen, the main ingredient in Tylenol, is safe to take during pregnancy. Other over-the-counter pain relievers such as aspirin and ibuprofen aren’t recommended because they can harm fetal development. Untreated fever in pregnancy can pose maternal and fetal health risks…Read MoreContinue Reading
A lack of faith in the soundness of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s new direction has led states to explore enacting their own vaccine policies. A patchwork of divergent recommendations and requirements could result…Read MoreContinue Reading
Nations are pursuing underwater exploration for highly sought-after rare earth minerals, but the head of the UN’s International Seabed Authority (ISA) said the deep-sea belongs to no single country or corporation as efforts are underway to ensure this rich resource will not become “the Wild West” of exploitation.Continue Reading
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague, Netherlands, issued its advisory opinion on the obligations of States in respect of climate change, read out by the President of the Court, Judge Iwasawa Yuji, on Wednesday. Continue Reading