Online petition against releasing GM mosquitoes
January 1, 2011 by
Concerned citizens who are against the proposed release of genetically modified (GM) male mosquitoes in certain parts of the country have started an online petition campaign to get their message across the nation.
Eco-bulbs ‘a health hazard for babies and pregnant women due to mercury inside’
January 1, 2011 by
Energy-saving light bulbs were at the centre of a fresh health scare last night after researchers claimed they can release potentially harmful amounts of mercury if broken.
Levels of toxic vapour around smashed eco-bulbs were up to 20 times higher than the safe guideline limit for an indoor area, the study said.
