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A Woman’s Journey to Save the Maya Tradition of Beekeeping

There are instances of big NGOs and environmentalists locking horns with governments and corporate agencies to preserve the environment. You can find news on litigation filed by such nature-loving entities on the web, from time to time. However, it is quite rare to come across instances of small-time farmers or individuals without much fame or ...

Raven Montmorency

A honeybee on a white flower.

Are Genetically Modified Mosquitoes a Bad Idea?

Are genetically modified mosquitoes a good idea or not? This question has been going on for a long time. The British-based company Oxitec is waiting for FDA approval to be able to release them in the U.S. The mosquitoes have a modified gene that kills their young before they can fly. Only female mosquitoes bite, so the aim is to release only modified ...

Troy Oakes

A mosquito biting a person.