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Russia: Blogging the Winter in Yakutia

Posted by Veronica Khokhlova on 20/11/2009

Winter is yet to arrive in much of Europe, but one of its geopolitical attributes is already back in the spotlight: fears of disruptions of Russian gas deliveries are growing more intense, due to the recurring dispute between Russia and Ukraine. Politics aside, though, in some of Russia's region ...

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Leonid Meteor Shower, The 2009 Tech Awards - Part 1

Posted by Hosam Haggag on 19/11/2009

When I heard that the Leonid meteor shower this year was predicted to be one of the most active in years past, I was determined to head out and catch the sight of the “shooting stars” myself. And boy was it an amazing sight to see! Sitting under a moon-less night with no ...

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Global Health: World Toilet Day Raises a Stink

Posted by Juhie Bhatia on 19/11/2009

While it may sound like a bad joke, today's World Toilet Day focuses on a not-so-funny issue impacting almost half the world's population -- a lack of toilets and sanitation.

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Patrick Nadeaus Rainforest adds new life to your living space

Posted by AditiJ on 19/11/2009

Here is a beautiful installation that will give new life to your dwelling. Designed by Patrick Nadeau, the interesting fixing called the Rainforest consists of hanging domes enclosed in living plants. The French designer who has exhibited his...

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EcoGods: David Bellamy A skeptical environmentalist, still a green campaigner

Posted by DeshRaj on 19/11/2009

David J.Bellamy is a renowned British botanist, author, broadcaster, and environmentalist; however, some may not think so. As he has always sidelined man-made global warming as "poppycock", he sure invites unfair criticism from some staunch...

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