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Junk Science Week — Terence Corcoran: Weeds in the science - Financial Post

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Breadcrumb Trail Links FP Comment Canadian activists are using the courts to orchestrate a regulatory takeover — and a ban on a vital pesticide Activists claim the Canadian body regulating pesticides is beholden to corporations. Photo by Tannen Maury/Bloomberg News Article content Article content For many years now environmental activists have been out to take down one of the most important and successful agricultural chemicals known to man. That chemical is glyphosate, also known as Roundup, a weed killer originally developed by Monsanto but now sold around the world by different corporations. Advertisement 2 THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by Kevin Carmichael, Victoria Wells, Jake Edmiston, Gabriel Friedman and others. Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication. Unlimi

Trash, Rats and Parking: What to Do? - The New York Times

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Mayor Eric Adams is proposing to finally containerize garbage instead of letting plastic bags pile up. But there's a catch. Good morning. Trash is one of New York City's persistent problems. We'll get several perspectives on a plan to change the way the city handles its trash. Sebastian Mejias for The New York Times Those giant piles of awful-smelling trash bags on sidewalks in New York City may be on their way out. City sanitation officials released a report on Wednesday that said that trash containerization — putting garbage in containers that can be emptied when trash trucks come around — would be possible on the vast majority of city streets. Cities like Barcelona and Buenos Aires have embraced the idea. But containers take up space. The report said that to put containers throughout the city would mean eliminating 150,000 parking spaces — up to 25 percent of the parking on some blocks. I was curious about other cities and how they handle their trash. Tampa, Fla., ranked

Discover 8 Smells That Gnats Absolutely Hate - AZ Animals

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Gnats are frustrating and annoying small bugs that can bite. However, some species don't bite, but instead swarm and cause infestations. Gnats are almost completely unavoidable. They live outside in large groups and are common in humid areas. However, while they are common outside, this doesn't mean you should have to live with them in your home. So, how do you get rid of gnats? What are some smells that gnats absolutely hate? Follow along to learn more! What are Gnats Attracted to? Before we dive into repelling gnats with smells, we should understand what gnats are attracted to. No matter how many smells you spray or leave in your home, gnats will continue coming back and reproducing if you are leaving behind the food. Typically, if gnats are in your home, this means something is rotting. It could be as simple as leaving a banana in a dark and humid place. Gnats like sweet and fruity scents. They also fly towards heat and water, which explains why gnats sometimes swarm humans

How Much Does Pest Control Cost? (2023) - Bob Vila

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Photo: istockphoto.com Highlights The average cost of pest control typically ranges between $200 and $600. The main factors that affect pest control cost include the type of pest, the type of treatment, the service frequency, the size and geographic location of the home, the size and accessibility of the infestation, and repair or cleaning costs. Some common signs of a pest infestation include droppings, nests, gnaw marks, excessive dirt and grime, hollow wood, unusual noises, unpleasant smells, and visible pest sightings. A homeowner or renter may be able to handle a minor pest infestation with store-bought products, but some types of infestations and those that have reached severe levels will require a professional from one of the best pest control companies like Orkin or Terminix. From ants to wasps and bats to termites, pest infestations can cause a significant amount of damage to the home, but pests can also contaminate food; create unpleasant, lingering smells; build nests in the