The Environmental Protection Agency on Tuesday finalized a ban on most uses of the deadly chemical methylene chloride, which can suffocate users in confined areas and cause liver and other cancers. The agency also added tighter workplace protections for the highly industrialized applications in which it can continue to be used, including by the National…
ARIZONA Plumbing problem at dam threatens Colorado River system ATLANTA â Plumbing problems at the dam holding back the second-largest reservoir in the U.S. are spurring concerns about future water delivery issues to Southwestern states supplied by the Colorado River. Federal officials recently reported damage to four tubes known as “river outlet works” at Glen…
“Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links.” You have so many avenues to go down when buying a Mother’s Day present. You can send over a fresh bouquet, write her a check (if she doesn’t want to receive physical items), take her out for a fun activity,…
Ruth Hebert Gascon draws inspiration from the sun as it bathes a portion of the canvas she’s holding in warm light. Using an array of acrylics within easy reach, she brings a swampy scene to life with each brush stroke. These days, she’s traded the dimly lit art studio with a standing easel in the…
If 2023 was the tech industry’s year of the A.I. chatbot, 2024 is turning out to be the year of A.I. plumbing. It may not sound as exciting, but tens of billions of dollars are quickly being spent on behind-the-scenes technology for the industry’s A.I. boom. Companies from Amazon to Meta are revamping their data…
We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More › A close up of a worker in an orange hard hat installing a security camera. Q: I’m renting an apartment in an unfamiliar neighborhood, and I’d like to install a security system in my unit. But…
Things To Consider When Buying Flooring for Bathrooms Water Resistance: Given a bathroom’s inevitably high moisture level, water resistance is important. “For a bathroom, it’s a good idea to select a floor that is water-resistant or even fully waterproof,” says Angie Hicks, home expert and co-founder of Angi. “While you might like the look of…
New Jersey renters and landlords can now take advantage of a state-funded program created to remove lead-based paint from residential properties built before 1978. The New Jersey Lead Remediation and Abatement Program (LRAP), which is administered by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (NJDCA), is backed by a $180 million federal government grant. Grantees,…
