The world’s first mathematical formula for weather forecasting included “leaf surface area.” Early climate models were criticized for lack of vegetation variables. Lance ——————————————- “Because water perspiration is closely linked to how plants absorb CO2, the findings could help researchers learn about past climates by studying the patterns of veins… Continue reading

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – PLEASE DISTRIBUTE WIDELY – PLEASE POST Contact: Beth Geglia: beth@nisgua.org; 510-868-0612 Crackdown on Local Citizens Opposing Goldcorp’s “Marlin” Mine Nine New Arrest Warrants Issued Against Eight Women and One Man; Community Leaders Receive Death Threats July 2, 2008 Tensions have increased in recent days in San… Continue reading

WHY IS CANADA ABUSING INDIGENOUS WOMEN AND ELDERS?  SURVEILLANCE, CONTROL AND THE INVISIBLE BOUNDARIES OF “INDIAN COUNTRY” For MNN by Ieriwa’on:ni  ieriwaonni@live.com MNN.  July 1, 2008.  Dear Friends and Supporters: Those of us who are close to Kahentinetha and Katenies, the friends and family who spend time with them on… Continue reading