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Posted by geri
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Monday, 23 July 2007 |
The UK has one of the lowest fruit and vegetable intakes in Europe, and as a consequence, Britain now has one of the worst heart disease records in the world. Obesity is also on the increase. Children, in particular, are eating too much junk food, and now the government is trying to do something about it.
Schoolkids are being inspired to eat more fruit and vegetables by new cartoon superheroes, called "Food Dudes," who get their powers whenever they eat their greens — or choose fruit over fries.
Can a television program be far behind? |
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Read more... [The Food Dudes: Making Kids Want Their Veggies]
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Posted by geri
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Sunday, 22 July 2007 |
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A federal appeals court unanimously ruled on Friday that Guantanamo prisoners have the right to access all evidence against them to challenge their designation as "unlawful enemy combatants." (Reuters) |
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Posted by Cristina Frick
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Sunday, 22 July 2007 |
Kids who volunteer with Kids Against Hunger learn that no matter how young they may be, they can make a difference. They help to create and distribute nutrition-packed meals for hungry children all over the world.
Richard Proudfit, a Minnesota businessman, founded the organization after traveling to Honduras on a hurricane relief mission where he witnessed widespread starvation. He came back home determined to do something. Since then, he and his volunteers have delivered 20 million meals... |
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Read more... [Kids Against Hunger Stems Starvation for 20 Million]
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Posted by geri
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Saturday, 21 July 2007 |
Environmental groups finally achieved, after ten years of lobbying, a global ban on the use of tributyltin (TBT) as a cleaning agent for ships, due to its harmful effects on marine wildlife. Shipping states within the 167-member International Maritime Organization (IMO) ratified the legislation that sealed the ban on all anti-fouling paints which contain TBT, effective next year. |
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Read more... [Global Shipping Ban on Toxic Paints]
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Posted by geri
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Friday, 20 July 2007 |
A chihuahua puppy has become Japan's latest heartthrob after he was born with a heart-shaped mark on his coat. The dog, named "Heart-kun," was born in May to a breeder and pet shop owner, who believes the puppy has brought her luck. She's even won the lottery. (Click for VIDEO or read Reuters) Thanks to Christophe in France for the link! |
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Read more... [Puppy Born with Heart-Shaped Mark Brings Luck and Celebrity]
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