The International Research Institute (IRRI) called for sustained global reinvestment in agriculture to cut soaring food prices that it said have made seventy five million more people hungry.
Month: September 2008
Security Gadgets Cited Against Lawlessness
After 9/11 law enforcers and security officers are turning to wireless surveillance cameras and communication system to secure and protect transport terminals, airports, seaports, subway trains, property, government offices, business establishments and even schools in many parts of the world in the fight against terrorism and lawlessness.
Is Bitter Melon Effective In The Treatment Of Diabetes?
Bitter Melon (Momordicin Charantia) or ampalaya, paliya, amargoso as they are known in Philippine local dialects can neither cure nor prevent diabetes, but it can help control the disease.
The Health Benefits Of Barley
Barley grain is as ancient as the human civilization but sadly overlooked as far as the health benefits we can derived.
Is Pocahontas A Myth?
Pocahontas is difficult to separate from the myth perpetrated everywhere from a painting in the halls of US Congress, a statue in Jamestown, Virginia to a Disney feature film.
What You should Know About Antibiotics
Antibiotics have been used to fight bacterial infections for over seventy years. Almost everyone has come into contact with antibiotics whether in tablet, syrup or ointment form.
Older Children More At Risk Of Drowning Than Toddlers
Older children between five and twelve are most at risk of drowning, not toddlers as commonly thought, a Singapore study said.
More TV Viewing Than Reading Noted Among Children
It has been reported that among children of school age, 50 percent read 4 minutes a day or less; 30 percent read 2 minutes a day or less and 10 percent read nothing.
Counterfeit Consumer Goods Pose Health And Safety Hazards
Counterfeiting of consumer goods has gone beyond the leading brands of bags or sneakers and now includes batteries, light bulbs and extension cords.
Marine Turtle Conservation, Fight Against Poaching Is Being Addressed
An accord with twenty seven countries in a collaborative effort against poaching of endangered marine turtles which has to be stop due to its dwindling population, sea resources destruction and illegal fishing operations.