Month: July 2022

Superior Sprouting: Seed Germination Essentials, Tips, and Tricks

Growing plants from seeds is budget-friendly, allows you to select from more varieties than just those available at the local garden center, and lets you get a jump on the growing season. By following a few simple rules, you’ll significantly improve your germination rate—starting with quality, fresh seeds. While many people save leftover seeds from…


DOJ Investigating Cyber Breach of Federal Court Records System

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is probing a data breach of the U.S. federal courts system dating back to 2020, a government official revealed on July 28. During a hearing at the House Judiciary Committee, Chair Jerrold Nadler (D-N.Y.) told lawmakers that three “hostile foreign actors” had attacked the document filing system of U.S….


Feed Shortage Leads to Pig Cannibalism, China’s Economy Worsens

A video showing pigs eating a deceased pig on a farm in China went viral recently. Some of the pig farmers, working for a major Chinese financial group, said that the cannibalism occurred because of feed shortages. One expert believes that feed shortages are a reflection of bigger problems in China’s economy. Since July 24,…


Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak Woo Rural Conservatives Before Crucial Weekend

The UK’s Conservative leadership contenders Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak both sought to win the support of rural party members on Friday as they race to replace Prime Minister Boris Johnson. Next week, ballots will arrive at the doorsteps of grassroots Conservative Party members, who are widely expected to cast their ballots early instead of…


Navy Expedites Waterborne Drones to Close Gap With China

Facing a growing threat from the Chinese communist regime, the Navy envisions drone ships keeping an electronic eye on enemy forces across the vast Pacific Ocean, extending the reach of firepower, and keeping sailors out of harm’s way. The Navy is speeding development of those robotic ships as an affordable way to keep pace with…


Sixth Canadian Doctor Dies Suddenly in July

A sixth doctor in Canada has suddenly passed away this month. Candace Nayman, a 27-year old doctor from McMaster Children’s Hospital (MCH) in Hamilton, unexpectedly collapsed while competing in a triathlon on July 24. A statement by MCH on July 29 says that Nayman subsequently died on July 28. “The entire MCH community is heartbroken…


NY Gov. Kathy Hochul Declares ‘State Disaster Emergency’ Over Monkeypox

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul issued an executive order late Friday to declare monkeypox a “disaster emergency,” saying it will strengthen ongoing efforts to limit a recent increase in cases. “More than one in four monkeypox cases in this country are in New York state, and we need to utilize every tool in our arsenal…


Add Ice Cream to the Trip Itinerary With a Visit to 1 of These Sweet Shops

By Lynn O’Rourke Hayes From FamilyTravel.com Whether in our hometown or on the road, a trip to the local sweet shop is often on the itinerary. If you and your family love ice cream, consider incorporating the cool confection into your next holiday. Little Man Ice Cream, Denver Visit this Coney Island-inspired creamery for handmade…


Decline in School-Aged Children in Hong Kong Raises Educators’ Concerns

The current education system in Hong Kong is suffering a strong impact due to the big wave of emigration, which has led to a sharp decrease in the population of school-aged children. On July 21, the Hong Kong Secondary School Council and the 18 District Secondary School Principals Association jointly wrote a letter to the…


Texas Teacher Faces Sexual Abuse Charge Involving 7-Year-Old Student: Police

Authorities in Texas have arrested an elementary school teacher after he allegedly sexually abused a young student during the 2020–2021 school year. In a July 28 news release, the Irving Police Department reported that 28-year-old Victor Hugo Moreno was taken into custody on charges of continuous sex abuse of a 7-year-old, as well as having an improper relationship…