Dubai (CNN) Rising temperatures and extreme weather events exacerbated by climate change are making farming conditions increasingly challenging and disrupting food distribution. But scientists in some of the world's driest places are coming up with solutions to boost local food production by introducing plants that thrive with less-fertile soil and seawater. In the Dubai desert, farmers must contend with intense heat, limited freshwater and sandy soil. Here, the International Center of Biosaline Agriculture (ICBA) is transplanting and growing salt-loving superfoods in an effort to expand food diversity in the region. "Freshwater is becoming more and more scarce," explains Dionysia Angeliki Lyra, agronomist at the ICBA. "We have to focus on how we can utilize low-quality, saline water resources for food production." Growing superfoods in the desert Desert farming has existed for thousands of years , but not all desert plants provide the … [Read more...]
Feast Of San Gennaro Returns In Little Italy
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) — The 95th annual Feast of San Gennaro kicks off Thursday in Little Italy . The festival on Mulberry Street features food, music and fun while celebrating Italian culture. READ MORE: Gabby Petito Search: Parents Say Fiancé Brian Laundrie's 'Silence Is Reprehensible'; Police In Utah Confirm Responding To Incident Involving Couple It was canceled last year due to COVID . READ MORE: Police: Father Spit On After Asking Man To Stop Smoking Marijuana In Front Of 4-Year-Old Daughter On Subway This year’s feast, which lasts 10 days, will honor 9/11 first responders. MORE NEWS: 1 Man Shot, Another Robbed While Dining Outside Philipe Restaurant On Upper East Side FDNY Commissioner Daniel Nigro will serve as grand marshal. … [Read more...]
West Springfield enacts mask mandate as Big E fair opens
BOSTON (AP) — The Board of Health in West Springfield has approved an indoor mask mandate that takes effect the same day as the opening, for the first time in two years, of what's billed as the largest agricultural fair on the East Coast. The mask mandate starts Friday, the first day of The Big E, a more than 100-year-old multistate fair that typically attracts about 1.6 million visitors over its 17-day run. Last year's fair was canceled because of the coronavirus pandemic. “While I understand that there are many viewpoints on this, as a physician, I do feel that the science on this is fairly clear,” board member Dr. Nathan Somers said at Wednesday's virtual meeting. “Vaccines, social distancing, contact tracing, and masking are effective at slowing the progress and the spread of this virus.” The mandate requires face coverings in all indoor public places, as well as private places open to the public, regardless of vaccination status, for everyone ages 2 and older. Board … [Read more...]
Lake View: Cats, Dogs, Pets Available For Adoption At Area Shelters
0 Pets Looking to adopt a furry friend? Check out this week's list of pets waiting at shelters in and around Lake View. Pet News Patch Staff Posted Reply If you're hoping to add a fluffy ball of love and affection to your family, look no further than these Lake View area shelters for a pet you can adopt. Across Illinois, there are thousands of dogs, cats and other animals of all ages and sizes without a home — and many of them are located within driving distance. On a search for a lovable new family member? Consider starting at a local facility like Paws Chicago, where Snow the dog is waiting patiently. If you aren't sure if you have time to take care of a pet year round, many shelters also offer opportunities to foster pets until they are placed in permanent homes. With help from our friends at Petfinder, Patch has compiled this week's list of animals available for adoption near you. Whether you're looking for … [Read more...]
City Updates Travel Advisory + Free Admission At Area Museums
0 Community Corner Welcome to the Patch Daily, your five-minute guide to the latest news in Lake View. Georgi Presecky Patch Contributing Writer Posted | Updated Reply Hello, Lake View readers! This is the debut edition of the Lake View Patch Daily , your five-minute guide to the latest local news. We'll be sending the most essential headlines and events right to your inbox every morning. I'm Georgi Presecky, a former film critic and long-suffering Sox fan who works for Patch sites across the country. But Chicago is my home, so let's get to the news. Are you a local business owner or marketer in Lake View? Our premium local sponsorships will keep you at the top of inboxes around town every morning. Contact us here for the lowdown. First, today's weather: Clear throughout the day. High: 75, low: 62. Here are the top stories in Lake View today: 1. The Chicago Police … [Read more...]
Winnetka-Glencoe Area Weekday Events: Check Out What’s Happening
0 Community Corner Looking for things to do this week? Patch has your guide to upcoming events in and around Winnetka-Glencoe. Event News Patch Staff Posted Reply WINNETKA-GLENCOE, IL — Curious about what to do in the Winnetka-Glencoe area this week? Patch has you covered, we're showcasing several events taking place this week throughout Winnetka-Glencoe. Here's a roundup of local events coming up in the area this week. Have an event you would like to see it in the next roundup? You can add it to the calendar using this form . As always, it's free to post an event in your community . To reach more people, you can promote your event and share it nearby for $1 per day per community. Here are a few events happening this week in and near Winnetka-Glencoe: VIRTUAL - American Musical Theater Legends with Susan Benjamin When: Monday, September 13th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Glencoe Public Library What: Event … [Read more...]
