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Measuring and comparing sea surface temperatures is complex, but scientists agree on one thing: A high reading this week is bad news for wildlife. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/26/multimedia/26cli-hotocean-pzgb/26cli-hotocean-pzgb-moth.jpg

Biden Announces Steps to Help Communities Deal With Extreme Heat

The measures include protections for workers and funds for better weather prediction, but they are unlikely to satisfy activists who have pushed the president to do more to combat climate change. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/27/multimedia/27dc-biden-01a-jhzc/27dc-biden-01a-jhzc-moth.jpg

A Bottleneck on the Grid Threatens Clean Energy. New Rules Aim to Help.

It takes five years to connect a new wind or solar farm to the electric grid. New federal rules would only partly resolve the issue, experts say. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/28/multimedia/27cli-connect-print-zhpm/27cli-connect-zhpm-moth.jpg

This Looks Like Earth’s Warmest Month. Hotter Ones Appear to Be in Store.

July is on track to break all records for any month, scientists say, as the planet enters an extended period of exceptional warmth. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/27/multimedia/27cli-hottestjuly-01-hfbt/27cli-hottestjuly-01-hfbt-moth.jpg

What You Should Know About the Potential Risks of Kratom

July 27, 2023 No comments

The herbal product remains widely available, despite lawsuits and warnings from health authorities. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/24/well/WELL-KRATOM1/WELL-KRATOM1-moth.jpg

How to Spot False Claims in Your Wellness Products

July 27, 2023 No comments

Dubious claims in product marketing are everywhere. Don’t fall for them. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/08/01/well/18WELL-SCIENCE-WASHING/18WELL-SCIENCE-WASHING-moth.jpg

How to Discuss Pain and Advocate For Yourself With Doctors

July 26, 2023 No comments

And ways to advocate for yourself if you’re being ignored. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/26/well/26Well-Pain/26Well-Pain-moth.jpg

Ocean Currents in the Atlantic Could Slow by Century’s End, Research Shows

July 26, 2023 No comments

The system of ocean currents that regulates the climate for a swath of the planet could collapse sooner than expected, a new analysis found. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/25/multimedia/25cli-oceancurrent-lmfq/25cli-oceancurrent-lmfq-moth-v2.jpg

Ocean Currents in the Atlantic Could Slow by Century’s End, Research Shows

July Heat Waves Affected by Climate Change, Attribution Study Finds

The latest study from World Weather Attribution scientists predicts that extreme heat waves will return more frequently. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/25/multimedia/25cli-HEATWAVE-ATTRIBUTION-02-bhgp/25cli-HEATWAVE-ATTRIBUTION-02-bhgp-moth-v2.jpg

Ocean Currents in the Atlantic Could Slow by Century’s End, Research Shows

What It’s Like to Live With Lyme Disease And Other Tick-Borne Infections

Chronic pain, fatigue, rashes: As tick territories are expanding, so too are the number of illnesses they cause. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/21/multimedia/21WELL-TICKBORNE-DISEASES1-tzkg/21WELL-TICKBORNE-DISEASES1-tzkg-moth.jpg

The Benefits of Morning Meditation

July 24, 2023 No comments

Starting a regular practice doesn’t have to be hard — it can take as little as five minutes as soon as you wake up. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/21/well/21Well-Morning-Meditation/21Well-Morning-Meditation-moth.jpg

Air Quality, Heat, Rainfall: How to Check if It’s Safe to Go Outside

July 21, 2023 No comments

Heat, flooding and wildfire smoke have made for treacherous conditions. Use this guide to determine when it’s safe to head out and when you should stay home. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/19/multimedia/19WELL-WEATHER-WHATTOCHECK1-gqzp/19WELL-WEATHER-WHATTOCHECK1-gqzp-moth.jpg

A Giant Stingray in the Mekong River

July 21, 2023 No comments

A 661-pound stingray caught in the Mekong was tagged and tracked. The data is giving scientists new insight into a fragile ecosystem. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/20/climate/00cli-stingray/00cli-stingray-moth.jpg

Biden’s ‘Justice40’ Program Won’t Fix Racial Gap in Air Quality, Study Finds

July 20, 2023 No comments

The White House aimed for a race-neutral environmental justice strategy, but a new analysis questions whether the program can actually achieve its goals. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/20/multimedia/20CLI-AIRPOLLUTION0-01-qjtf/20CLI-AIRPOLLUTION0-01-qjtf-moth.jpg

The Best Workouts to Get Moving in 2023, So Far

July 20, 2023 No comments

Halfway through 2023, find the exercise that will help you finish the year strong — no matter your fitness level. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/19/multimedia/19WELL-MIDYEAR-FITNESS-ROUNDUP2-jphk/19WELL-MIDYEAR-FITNESS-ROUNDUP2-jphk-moth.jpg

Biden Administration Moves to Raise the Cost of Drilling on Federal Lands

July 20, 2023 No comments

The royalty rates paid by oil, gas and coal companies for the right to drill and mine on land owned by the public have not changed since 1920. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/20/multimedia/20cli-drilling-btvp/20cli-drilling-btvp-moth.jpg

Tesla’s Profit Rose in the Second Quarter as Price Cuts Spurred Demand

Elon Musk’s electric car company is facing intensifying competition from newer Chinese automakers and established Western car companies. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/19/multimedia/19tesla-qpcm/19tesla-qpcm-moth.jpg

China Rejects Pressure From U.S. to Do More to Address Climate Change

John Kerry, President Biden’s climate envoy, emerges from talks in Beijing without a new agreement. But just talking is progress, he said. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/19/multimedia/19china-us-kerry-01-ctwb/19china-us-kerry-01-ctwb-moth.jpg

Want to Help Feathered Friends Beat the Heat? Get a Birdbath.

A well-placed, properly maintained birdbath can be a vital resource for birds and other wildlife, and needn’t attract mosquitoes

Here’s Where Global Heat Records Stand So Far in July

Average temperatures for the entire globe have been at their highest on record, scientists said. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/19/multimedia/2023-07-18-heat-records-update-index/2023-07-18-heat-records-update-index-moth.png

She’s on a Mission From God: Suing Big Oil for Climate Damages

A lawyer started small with a creative tactic. It grew into an effort that could force fossil fuel companies to pay hundreds of billions in damages. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/11/multimedia/00cli-puertorico-sims-gcjk/00cli-puertorico-sims-gcjk-moth.jpg

Al Gore on Extreme Heat and the Fight Against Fossil Fuels

The past few weeks have him even more worried than usual. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/17/climate/17cli-newsletter-gore/17cli-newsletter-gore-moth.jpg

How the World’s Two Largest Polluters, U.S. and China, Stack Up

From gas emissions to electric vehicles, here is how the world’s two biggest economies — and polluters — compare on taking steps to confront climate change. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/18/multimedia/00chinaus-climate-numbers-lhjq/00chinaus-climate-numbers-lhjq-moth.jpg

Xi Rejects Pressure on China to Do More to Address Climate Change

The speech by China’s leader, Xi Jinping, to Chinese officials came as John Kerry, President Biden’s climate envoy, urged Beijing to move more quickly to address global warming. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/19/multimedia/19china-us-kerry-01-ctwb/19china-us-kerry-01-ctwb-moth.jpg

Want to Help Feathered Friends Beat the Heat? Get a Birdbath.

A well-placed, properly maintained birdbath can be a vital resource for birds and other wildlife, and needn’t attract mosquitoes

7 Books to Guide You Through Menopause

These seven books can help guide you through the maddening, mystifying and long transition. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/18/well/18PERIMENOPAUSE-BOOKS/18PERIMENOPAUSE-BOOKS-moth.jpg

How to Avoid Hunching at Your Desk

It’s time to get up (and fidget). https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/14/well/14WELLNL-ONLINE-SPINE/14WELLNL-ONLINE-SPINE-moth.jpg

How Sunscreen Helps Prevent Skin Damage As You Age

The sun’s rays cause the majority of skin changes as you grow older. Here’s how sunscreen helps prevent the damage. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/15/well/15Well-Sunscreen-Aging/15Well-Sunscreen-Aging-moth.jpg

How to Build a Marathon Training Plan

The first few weeks should focus on the basics — easy pace, weight training and setting your expectations. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/17/multimedia/17MARATHON-TRAINING-FOUNDATION1-fzgc/17MARATHON-TRAINING-FOUNDATION1-fzgc-moth.jpg

Risks of Ozempic, Wegovy and Other Weight Loss Drugs for People Over 65

Medications that cause drastic weight loss raise specific concerns for older adults. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/13/well/ozempic-older1/ozempic-older1-moth.jpg

Aspartame and Cancer: What to Know About the WHO’s Advice

July 15, 2023 No comments

Experts say there’s no need to panic about your diet soda habit. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/13/well/WELL-HFO-ASPARTAME1/WELL-HFO-ASPARTAME1-moth.jpg

As U.S. and China Resume Climate Talks, Here’s Where Things Stand

July 15, 2023 No comments

John Kerry travels to Beijing for three days of talks, as the world’s two biggest economies, and two biggest polluters, try to cooperate on climate action. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/16/multimedia/16cli-kerry-china-explainer-01-jghz/16cli-kerry-china-explainer-01-jghz-moth.jpg

Worms Thriving in the Arctic

July 15, 2023 No comments

The unexpected presence of earthworms in the Far North could cause rapid changes in some of the planet’s most fragile ecosystems. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/14/climate/14cli-worms/14cli-worms-moth.jpg

Aspartame and Cancer: What to Know About the WHO’s Advice

July 14, 2023 No comments

Experts say there’s no need to panic about your diet soda habit. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/13/well/WELL-HFO-ASPARTAME1/WELL-HFO-ASPARTAME1-moth.jpg

E.P.A. Proposes Tighter Limits on Lead Dust in Homes and Child Care Facilities

Under the proposed rules, any amount of lead dust in floors and window sills would qualify as “hazardous” and require abatement. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/12/climate/00cli-lead/00cli-lead-moth.jpg

To Ease Global Warming, the Whitest of Paints

Scientists at Purdue have created a white paint that, when applied, can reduce the surface temperature on a roof and cool the building beneath it.

A 25-minute Full Body Workout Pool Routine for the Summer Months

This 20-minute aquatic exercise routine is easy on the joints and provides a fun alternative to the gym, especially in summer. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/08/05/multimedia/05POOL-EXERCISES1-zmfg/05POOL-EXERCISES1-zmfg-moth-v2.jpg

Vermont Floods Show U.S. Lags in Adapting to Climate Change

The lack of a comprehensive national rainfall database and current flood maps hampers the ability to prepare for storms intensified by climate change. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/11/multimedia/11cli-notready-01-vfwl/11cli-notready-01-vfwl-moth.jpg

Scientists Choose Crawford Lake to Represent Start of Anthropocene Epoch

A scientific panel has picked Crawford Lake, Ontario, to represent the Anthropocene, a proposed, and hotly contested, new chapter in geologic time. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/11/multimedia/11cli-anthropocene-01-mgwl/11cli-anthropocene-01-mgwl-moth-v2.jpg

The Netherlands Repatriates Nearly 500 Looted Artifacts to Sri Lanka and Indonesia

… return to Sri Lanka and Indonesia. Rijksmuseum The Netherlands has … 478 colonial artifacts looted from Indonesia and Sri Lanka. “ … of closer cooperation with Indonesia and Sri Lanka in … Lanka Rijksmuseum Items returning to Indonesia include the “Lombok treasure … https://agriculture.einnews.com/article/644121760/AMY8LUnjFiCEXBod?ref=rss&ecode=xv1j9xXYEJ1PLTLE

The Dutch are returning looted artifacts to Indonesia and Sri Lanka. Does it matter?

… and jewels from Lombok, Indonesia, taken by Dutch troops … However, the Netherlands and Indonesia have had an agreement since … that their return means Indonesia can "reintegrate them … first Europeans to colonize Indonesia, the Southeast Asian archipelago … https://agriculture.einnews.com/article/644041188/XS5lQE20FbKCFwKP?ref=rss&ecode=xv1j9xXYEJ1PLTLE

Else Nutrition’s Plant-Based Kids Shakes Now Approved by the Arizona WIC Program

… access and availability of plant-based nutrition products across the United States … clean, whole-plant ingredients: buckwheat, almond butter, and tapioca. The products are free … its Plant-Based Complete Nutrition for Toddlers, made of whole foods, almonds … http://www.einnews.com/pr_news/644049396/else-nutrition-s-plant-based-kids-shakes-now-approved-by-the-arizona-wic-program?ref=rss&ecode=HGmaxAtjwpyNvrIW&utm_source=RSSNews&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Almonds+News&utm_content=article

asia Indonesia seizes Iranian-flagged tanker suspected of illegal oil transshipment

JAKARTA - Indonesia's coast guard (Bakamla) … https://agriculture.einnews.com/article/644067998/auhY9NtxAcxU4Zf-?ref=rss&ecode=xv1j9xXYEJ1PLTLE

Indonesia warns Southeast Asia 'one miscalculation away' from nuclear apocalypse

… the region nuclear free. Indonesia’s top diplomat issued the … Shangri-La Hotel in Jakarta, Indonesia, July 11, 2023. [Reuters] … Retno said last week that Indonesia had conducted 110 engagements “in … of Myanmar. She said Indonesia hoped to see progress in … https://agriculture.einnews.com/article/644063560/pz2_bn746y3L9DCs?ref=rss&ecode=xv1j9xXYEJ1PLTLE

Monsoon: 10 Beauty Products You Must Include In Your Monsoon Kit

… to have beauty and skincare products that help us tackle the … problems. Here are ten beauty products that you ought to include … herbs, such as sesame oil, almond oil, or coconut oil, can … protect the skin. Look for products that are labeled according to … http://www.einnews.com/article/644020198/J2BDg-peOzNVLJTh?ref=rss&ecode=HGmaxAtjwpyNvrIW

Do Hormone Treatments for Menopause Increase Dementia Risk?

A new study suggests a link, but experts caution that there’s more to the story. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/05/well/HORMONE-THERAPY-ALZHEIMERS1/HORMONE-THERAPY-ALZHEIMERS1-moth.jpg

Exploring 6 High-Protein Vegetarian Alternatives: Egg Substitutes for a Plant-Powered Diet

… reasons. Thankfully, several plant-based substitutes provide ample protein … . 4. Pumpkin Seeds - Pumpkin seeds, also known as … culinary creations. 6. Almond - Almonds, known for their rich … your consumption of animal products, these alternatives provide ample … http://www.einnews.com/article/643913056/U4ejjOCPRMhNxuYK?ref=rss&ecode=HGmaxAtjwpyNvrIW

Global Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Market Insights, Growth, Size, Comparative Analysis, Trends & Forecasts, 2023 – 2031

… : Introducing plant based hydrolyzed vegetable proteins Speak to our analyst … checkout?id=1534 Global Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Market Snapshot Market … Australia, South Korea, Southeast Asia (Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Rest of … https://agriculture.einnews.com/pr_news/643889695/global-hydrolyzed-vegetable-protein-market-insights-growth-size-comparative-analysis-trends-forecasts-2023-2031?ref=rss&ecode=-TMCgHudfn5aYqEa&utm_source=RSSNews&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Indonesia+Agriculture+News&utm_content=article

The Best Vegan Ice Cream and Plant Based Desserts Keep Getting Better

… a variety of milks — like almond, coconut, soy or cashew — … protein than some other plant milks, and produces a smoother texture. Like … where there are many dairy farms, Alejandro Ocampo opened his vegan … works with local minority-owned farms to get fruits as … http://www.einnews.com/article/643891348/RvOSB_Yp2RYlY_VW?ref=rss&ecode=HGmaxAtjwpyNvrIW

Indonesia begins pilot project to cultivate saline tilapia

… hours ago File - A farmer harvests saline tilapia in Wanantara … position tilapia as one of Indonesia's strategic commodities in … on the 2021 trade map, Indonesia ranks fifth as a global … https://agriculture.einnews.com/article/643850649/pDzzv3_qBNsDgUCJ?ref=rss&ecode=-TMCgHudfn5aYqEa

Australian cotton spins export success in Indonesia

… for Australian cotton is Indonesia. Australia’s competitively priced … contamination-free status. ‘Indonesia is consistently one of … from India, Indonesia and Vietnam visited cotton farms and gins, … reducing the use of pesticides and improving water efficiency … https://agriculture.einnews.com/article/643880736/KYfTzq-1c8hZJ4sv?ref=rss&ecode=-TMCgHudfn5aYqEa

Thailand and Indonesia perfect break places with BLAHOTELSEARCH

… break in Thailand and Indonesia can be a wonderful … break in Thailand and Indonesia. Indonesia and Thailand are two … the alluring wonders of Indonesia and Thailand, shedding light … traditional Thai cooking class. Indonesia: Bali: Start your Indonesian … https://agriculture.einnews.com/pr_news/643767484/thailand-and-indonesia-perfect-break-places-with-blahotelsearch?ref=rss&ecode=xv1j9xXYEJ1PLTLE&utm_source=RSSNews&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Indonesia+Search+Results&utm_content=article

Agriculture Ministry: SMART Paddy Field programme will end dependence on rice imports

… Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM) Agricultural Industry Development … Azman said if paddy farmers are able to produce seven … Johor, involving 5,000 farmers,” he said Azman added … an expert (professor) from Indonesia to introduce rice seedlings … https://agriculture.einnews.com/article/643789247/WKq4LO6fhLrwIyVE?ref=rss&ecode=-TMCgHudfn5aYqEa

McDonald’s $200 wedding package in Indonesia offers 100 chicken sandwiches, 400 nuggets

… , Rizki Haryadi, from McDonald’s Indonesia, said, “There are other service … minimum purchase of 200 products.” Indonesia’s roll-out follows a … https://agriculture.einnews.com/article/643804616/3w1xsAvmCwIfE6QN?ref=rss&ecode=xv1j9xXYEJ1PLTLE

Is Cottage Cheese Good For You? What to Know About Health Benefits

The diet staple of the ’70s is jiggling back into the mainstream — bringing with it a host of health benefits. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/11/multimedia/WELL-COTTAGE-CHEESE-jhcb/WELL-COTTAGE-CHEESE-jhcb-moth.jpg

How Mistaken Identity and One Bullet Revealed a Star Predator Far From Home

A hunter’s kill in upstate New York brought new hope, and trepidation, that wolves could slowly be making their way back to the Northeast. https://static01.nyt.com/images/2023/07/05/multimedia/00cli-wolves-promo-jwvt/00cli-wolves-promo-jwvt-moth.jpg

Soil Fertility at Risk: Excessive Nutrient Use in Agriculture Poses Threat, says Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya

… between the government and agricultural stakeholders. Dr. Mandaviya … initiatives aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity and rejuvenating soil … , Vice Chancellors of Agricultural Universities, State Agriculture Officers, manufacturers, distributors … http://www.einnews.com/article/643735294/eljXtsiQoOstZdGr?ref=rss&ecode=IQAfpTjZ_KDz_8eC

Almond Finance And Wealth Creation Expands Reach

Almond Productions Limited, Producers of Almond Finance and Wealth Report has … said, “For us as a Production Firm quality is what we … Nigeria by way of available products and services, the retail market … http://www.einnews.com/article/643727533/qpvgvnOi2jScrtGz?ref=rss&ecode=HGmaxAtjwpyNvrIW

5 Robust Salt Industry Recipe to Cut Indonesia’s Deficit with Australia

… the sizable deficit to Indonesia’s salt imports, among … Agency (BPS) reported that Indonesia imported 2.8 million … The document states that Indonesia will entirely use locally-produced … as reported by Data Indonesia, that Indonesia’s salt production amounted … https://agriculture.einnews.com/article/643748305/6Rj_emTBazskihIq?ref=rss&ecode=xv1j9xXYEJ1PLTLE

Farmers' regeneration issue plaguing national milk industry: Ministry