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For some time, electric vehicles have been seen as the wave of the future, but developments in Detroit, Stuttgart, and Nagoya suggest tomorrow has arrived. After a period of hesitancy, carmakers are now moving at full speed to put nonpolluting EVs in American garages, and energy companies are planning to roll out the charging infrastructure to power the new technology. This is National Drive Electric Week , and automakers and power companies are preparing for the transformation. Brian Wheeler, media relations manager for Consumers Energy , said things are happening quickly. “For Consumers Energy and other energy providers, this is the time for us to prepare,” Wheeler explained. “We know that if we have about 25,000 EVs that we serve today, that number should climb to about 1 million by 2030. So that really gives you a sense of that growth.” Wheeler expects it will take several years before carmakers move from gas and hybrid cars to producing only fully-electric vehicles, but powe...

Evidentiary hearings are underway in a Washington, D.C. , courtroom this week, to decide if a massive lawsuit against the cellphone industry will be allowed to go to trial. Multiple families are suing most of the major wireless companies and their trade association, asking for hundreds of millions in damages, claiming cellphone use causes brain tumors. Monique Solomon Martinazzi, a plaintiff whose husband Andy passed away at age 43, said he had a brain tumor which developed right where he used to hold his cellphone. “When cellphones first came out he got one of the original battery-held Motorolas,” Solomon Martinazzi recounted. “And it was held to his ear 6-7 hours a day. He was in commercial real estate. And we just felt so strongly that was the reason the brain tumor developed where it did.” The industry trade association and Motorola did not immediately respond to a request for comment, but they have said their products are safe and comply with all government standards. The law...

The U.S. is talking with several nations as part of an emerging framework for trade policy , and in the Midwest, there are concerns about the ripple effect on farmers and consumers when it comes to pesticides. The Indo-Pacific Economic Framework involves more than a dozen countries and has four negotiating pillars, including decarbonization and anti-corruption. Steve Suppan, senior policy analyst at the Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy, said while there are motivations to move away from standard trade ideals, influence from large agribusiness firms still might complicate things. Pesticides are one of them. “Some of the IPEF countries have pesticide policies that are rejecting US imports that have pesticide residues on horticulture and grain exports,” Suppan observed. He predicted it will lead to calls for the elimination of “zero tolerance” policies, with companies arguing they will disrupt the delivery of food. There is added concern the discussions will happen behind ...

Clean Planet Energy ’s North American division has today announced a long term agreement with the world’s largest recycler of HDPE and PP rigid plastic, KW Plastics. The agreement will provide plastic scrap to Clean Planet’s new ecoPlant, to be built in Alabama. KW Plastics is the world’s largest plastics recycler for HDPE and PP. KW Plastics produce a wide range of polyethylene and polypropylene recycled resins for the personal care, automotive, agriculture, construction, pipe, paint & coatings, recreation, and flexible packaging/sheet applications industries. The announcement today will mean up to 20,000 tons of plastic residue generated at the current KW Plastics facility in Alabama will be turned into re-usable circular products, rather than being sent to landfill. The circular products produced at a Clean Planet ecoPlant can either be circular petrochemical feedstocks (which is used to generate new plastics), or ultra-low sulphur fuels (used to lower greenhouse gas emission...

Middle-managers get caught between different stakeholders’ perceptions of fair treatment in reaction to corporate changes, reveals new research from Aalto University School of Business . According to Associate Professor Marjo-Riitta Diehl , from the Department of Management Studies, and her co-authors, these managers can often experience uncertainty, anxiety, and reluctance to take action as a result. The research found having to navigate the conflicting perspectives of peers, senior management, and subordinates often causes managers to experience guilt over decisions they have made which they feel were unjust. The researchers also found that sometimes managers had to navigate a discrepancy between the organisation’s strategic needs and their duty of care to their individual employees. In response, they can be, among other things, motivated to discreetly recompense employees they feel they have treated unfairly before changing to a role without managerial responsibilities. This is...

Minnesotans are preparing for another winter, and a new global study raises questions about how colder climates might see fewer days of ice cover on lakes. The findings in the journal Nature Communications showed lakes in the Northern Hemisphere have seen ice melts happen sooner by an average of eight days, and the authors pointed to climate change. Jerry Grundtner, president of the Forest Lake Lake Association, said recent ice-outs have varied, with some stretching into early May. But he added it is fair to think about the possibility of future issues. “Earlier ice out means that vegetation has a more robust opportunity to grow more thick during the summer months,” Grundtner explained. “It also allows, I think, the water temperature to increase to a higher temperature, which causes more algae.” Researchers at the University of Minnesota have also been sounding the alarm about the links between a warming climate and the conditions of northern lakes. A study from last year found...

There are several applications and tools that are essential for your android mobile phone. Even, some apps can change your mobile operating setting and make it much better than the previous one. With the right applications, you can do any task or work on an android mobile phone. As it is a pocket-size super-computer but firstly you come to know about the right apps and their advantages. We can install any app from the google play store very quickly. Let’s take a look at some most amazing apps for android mobile phones. 1. Snapchat Snapchat is an app that is used to take snaps quickly by using different filters. These filters make everyone very beautiful. By using this app we can share our snaps with our family and friends. It also supports video snaps as well as voices. We can also share a streak of our daily routine with our favorite ones. It is just for fun and to spend quality spare time. 2. Whatsapp Whatsapp is the most common and successful video calling app as well as the ...

The economy is usually a big topic during elections. With the midterms near, recent inflation woes are especially felt in tribal areas, and Indigenous leaders in North Dakota hope it spurs turnout. A recent national poll found 63% of Indigenous voters were experiencing serious financial problems. Douglas Yankton, chairman of the Spirit Lake Nation, said inflation has affected programs providing an array of services on his reservation. Even though some of the pressure has eased, the ripple effect is still there. “A lot of those services don’t go as far as they used to,” Yankton explained. “Let’s say transportation for instance, with the prices of gas and oil and everything, we have to figure out new routes to accommodate for that full week.” He added COVID is still a concern. Cases were disproportionately felt by Native populations, and Yankton pointed out local businesses are hurting with some residents worried about close contact, limiting their ability to work or shop. Despite...

State Senate candidate Brian Moore is registered Green, but does not have our endorsement. Green Party of Florida counters his press release , “Cubans should be sent to Delaware!.” Moore applauded Lt. Governor Nunez’s statement that all new Cuban immigrants would be sent from Florida to Delaware. “Finally,” Moore said, “Florida [would] treat all immigrants, including their ‘privileged Cubans,’ equal[ly].” The desire of Moore and Nunez to export Cuban arrivals completely misses the elephant in the room: the 60-year-old Cuban blockade, which is economic warfare and violates international law. DeSantis ‘ administration plays immigrants like political pawns while Moore views Cubans as freeloaders. Neither address decades-old issues underlying immigration . We should handle immigrants with respect and dignity, recognizing their historical and ongoing contributions to our country. It’s ironic/hypocritical that immigration is often fueled by the US’s own violent interventions supportin...

When it comes to Europe, our first thought is that European countries tend to be hardly Halal-friendly and Muslims are generally afraid they won’t be able to find either Halal holidays spot or Halal food. But the reality is that there are spots that offer opportunities for Muslims to enjoy their holidays while protecting the sanctity of their beliefs. It is a fact that there is no place you can’t visit in Europe as a Muslim. There are some perfect Halal Holiday destinations in Europe waiting to be discovered People are generally unaware of these cool spots. So, today we have decided to unveil these holiday destinations for our Muslim brothers and sisters who aspire to spend their holidays in Halal resorts. Here we have created a collection of the most Halal-friendly European cities and countries rich with Muslim heritage and where you can comfortably enjoy your leisure time and make the most out of it. At these Halal destinations, you can easily find spots that are free of nudity, m...

Def Leppard bass guitarist Rick Savage, and his son Scott have collaborated to create and produce a new, luxury clothing line, Overnight Angels Crew . The premium collection is set to drop today, 22nd September 2022. Overnight Angels Crew is a brand conceptualised by Rock Legend and bass guitarist of Def Leppard, Rick Savage. The brand name was born from a place of Savage’s nostalgia, inspired by Ian Hunter’s title track on his 1977 album, Overnight Angels. It was this Summer of ’77 that Savage was at a crossroads in his own life. Def Leppard formed that same year, and Savage chose to pay homage to that poignant time in his life with a brand he hopes will inspire others. The Savage duo have banded together with Fashion Designer, Nick Holland, the go to fashion expert for Rockstars alike. Holland previously launched successful fashion brand, Pretty Green, with Oasis’ Liam Gallagher. Overnight Angels Crew’s vision is to fuse the inspirations from music and fashion to create clothing...

As states like North Dakota debate whether to stay committed to fossil fuels, an online scorecard gives people with retirement accounts a glimpse into what role their investment portfolio plays in keeping the industry funded. The nonprofit As You Sow is out with its latest Fossil Free Funds ratings. Andrew Montes, director of digital strategy for As You Sow, said they grade investment firms based on which energy sources their funds are linked to. He added it might not be as obvious to most account holders. “Just to use one from a major asset manager, from Vanguard, within the Vanguard 500 Index Fund, you’re going to find investments in JPMorgan Chase,” Montes explained. “JPMorgan Chase is the highest lender to fossil fuels over the last few years.” While some of Vanguard’s funds get higher grades, a significant portion received “D” and “F” grades, including its most common plans. In the past year, fossil-fuel company stocks have netted returns, even in a down market. But some b...

Comcast today announced it will award $1 million in grants to 100 small businesses owned by women and people of color, including Black, Indigenous, Hispanic, and Asian American owners, among others, in Broward and Miami-Dade Counties, bringing the Comcast RISE program’s total investment in South Florida to $2 million. Comcast RISE stands for “Representation, Investment, Strength and Empowerment.” From October 3 through October 16, eligible small businesses in Broward and Miami-Dade Counties can apply online for one of the $10,000 grants at www.ComcastRISE.com . Comcast is also awarding grants in Chicago, Oakland, Seattle and Washington, D.C. The Comcast RISE program previously awarded $1 million in $10,000 grants to 100 South Florida businesses in November 2021 . In total, $21 million in Comcast RISE grants have been awarded to small businesses nationwide. One of the South Florida recipients was Broski Ciderworks in Pompano Beach, founded and owned by brothers Daniel and David V...

Environmental groups are calling on Georgia’s Environmental Protection Division to reject permits to build a titanium mine near an intact freshwater wetland system known as the Okefenokee Swamp, which extends into Florida . The up-and-down battle to protect the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge has perplexed many because of new murky U.S. wetland policies formed under the Trump administration. Ultimately, Twin Pines Minerals Company successfully sued the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, which dropped its federal protections of the swamp in a settlement. Christian Hunt, Southeast program representative for Defenders of Wildlife , said he was shocked to see the Corps flip-flop, allowing the mining company to move forward with plans to mine on more than 500 acres at the edge of the largest U.S. National Wildlife Refuge east of the Mississippi, if it gets state approval. “We think this is an inappropriate neighbor,” Hunt asserted. “It’s an inconsistent land use adjacent to this world...

This Halloween , take your decoration to the next level with a spooktacular removable wall murals from Wallsauce. From pumpkins and black cats to creepy graveyards and misty forests, choose from a vast range of paranormal imagery to suit your Halloween theme. Simply choose your favourite design and select the peel-and-stick wallpaper material to create your temporary, chilling atmosphere. Not only are these murals made to your dimensions so that waste is minimal, the peel and stick material is also recyclable! Create a spooktacular forest in any room These dark, misty forest murals are perfect for adding spooky vibes to your home wherever you decide to place them. If you are a lover of nature and Halloween, but also care about the planet, this eco-friendly wallpaper is not only recyclable but is made using environmentally friendly inks. So, you don’t need to worry about waste once you have removed them from your wall. Take Netflix & Chill to the next level! If you prefer ...

There’s something wonderfully comforting about autumn tones that makes us think of cozy evenings in front of a log fire, wrapped up against the chilly evenings, warming pumpkin lattés and indulgent gingerbread spices. But it’s not just the falling leaves showing off their rich and intense hues, it’s a great time to swap over your own hair colour to reflect the changing season. Kerry Capewell, who heads up the Colour Advice Helpline at leading naturally-better hair colour brand, Naturtint , says she is seeing increased interest from ladies looking to swap to deeper, richer tones for autumn and winter. “There’s a definite trend appearing already,” she said, ‘for darker, more intense colours now that summer is over.” Top of the trend list for autumn/winter 2022 are the following colours: Warm Red Brown – look at 5R Fire Red, a vibrant mix of warm reds and deep chocolate. Colourful Copper – 7C Terracotta Blonde will give you a warm, medium copper tone. Toasted Caramel – 7G Golden ...

The saying goes that where one door closes, another opens, and this is precisely why remote jobs are “winning” in the Great Resignation, says Joseph Boll, RemoteWorker.jobs CEO. Remote Worker is a jobs board and digital recruitment service designed to help hiring managers and businesses connect with job seeking professionals for remote work positions . Its CEO has consistently maintained that remote work is here to stay and has cautioned employers not to do themselves a disservice by refusing to adapt accordingly. “The Great Resignation has not stopped,” notes Boll. “But studies have found that it’s more of a ‘Great Reshuffle’ because most workers are not exiting the workforce but rather going to work for competitors. And with more Americans demanding remote work, this means that when your best employee leaves, they’re likely going to work for a company that will give them the remote work options they want. Right now, remote companies are getting the best employees.” Compounded wit...

Experts are reminding parents to schedule time to get health screenings for kids – and to also think beyond the basic back-to-school physical. There’s so much to think about for safeguarding kids’ health, and Dr. Candice Jones – a board-certified, Orlando-based pediatrician – said parents should enlist a doctor’s help so they don’t have to navigate any health complications alone. Jones said a doctor can help with monitoring mental and behavioral changes for a child who’s had a difficult time through the pandemic. She said a wellness check should be comprehensive . “That maybe parent don’t think about to make sure things are being done,” said Jones. “‘Have you seen the dentist? Have you had an eye check? Are you going to play some sports? Oh, we need to do a sports pre-participation clearance for that as well, which would also require a cardiac screen if you’re at the middle- or high-school level.'” A pediatrician can also ask questions specific to a child’s age to make sure ...

Hiring a private investigator can be the best decision when trying to put your mind at ease in circumstances that otherwise don’t seem to have a way out. Whether you are looking into how to find a person in Costa Rica, checking the security of a business or catching a cheating partner, a private investigator can help on different types of cases within the confines of the law. What is a private investigator? A private investigator (PI or a private eye), also called a private detective, or inquiry agent is a professional who is hired to gather information and search for clues for private clients or even court cases. They do this by interviewing people, conducting surveillance, or gathering important details for cases; all of this without breaking the law. In most cases, private investigators are licensed in multiple states. International private investigators are professional investigators specializing in multiple countries, or investigation companies that are based outside of the co...

The article talks about the virtues of using plywood, 3 4 Plywood , instead of other building materials. How this material is a very versatile resource that can be used for different purposes in construction projects and renovations. What is Plywood? Plywood is a type of wood that is used to create panels and other items. Plywood is made from several sheets of wood that are glued together. This creates a material that is strong and flexible. It can be used to create panels for furniture, cabinets, and other items. Plywood is also popular for use in construction projects due to its versatility and strength. Why use Plywood? Plywood is a beautiful thing. It can be used for many different purposes, from making furniture to creating art pieces. One of the reasons plywood is so popular is because it can be used in multiple ways. You can use it for basic construction needs, like building walls and floors. But you can also use plywood for more decorative purposes, like creating art pie...