Phil Schwartz

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Extra-hygienic bee cultivated in the fight against parasites

A spider's web as an eardrum |  BNR news radio

The Varroa mite – a blind, eight-legged parasite – is smaller than a pinhead, but can kill an entire colony of bees. A new species of bee must bravely resist. Both wild and large and small human-held bee populations are suffering. About 30 percent of the colonies do not survive due to pesticides, lack of food and disease. And one …

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Arrests after knife incident in Nieuwegein

Arrests after knife incident in Nieuwegein

That evening around 7:10 p.m., a fight broke out between two groups near Het Sluisje, Herenstraat and Nedereindseweg in Nieuwegein. All three suspects have been interviewed and are being held for further questioning. Because at the moment, the reason for the fight and the knife incident is still unclear. The conflict may have started near a café in the Herenstraat. …

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Luminous substance works well to detect lymph node metastases in thyroid cancer

Facts Science education April 24, 2022 Last update: April 24, 2022 The research is of great importance because lymph node metastases are common in both thyroid cancer and other cancers. UMCG researchers were able to detect metastatic cancer cells in thyroid cancer lymph nodes using a light-emitting substance. This is what emerges from the study of the research group of …

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Science proves that climate change kills insects

Science proves that climate change kills insects

“Our research shows that insects are very sensitive to human activity,” said Charlie Outhwaite, lead author of research recently published in Nature popped up. “It’s worrying because climate change seems inevitable at the moment and agricultural regions are getting bigger and bigger. Our findings therefore underscore the need to protect natural ecosystems, limit intensive agriculture and reduce harmful emissions. Failure …

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Nature today | The lake report: Waiting for safe bathing water

Nature today |  The lake report: Waiting for safe bathing water

During the 2022 bathing season, from May to September, measurements will be taken in the Wylerbergmeer in Gelderland, near the German border. This is done with a measuring buoy in the water for blue algae and with a weather station on land. Owner Leisurelands is excited about the project and has made it more accessible to researchers. Blue-green algae Blue-green …

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IN THE MAP More than 270 million euros for space and mobility projects in West Flanders

IN THE MAP More than 270 million euros for space and mobility projects in West Flanders

In the Integrated Investment Program (GIP), Lydia Peeters, Flemish Minister for Mobility and Public Works, presents her plans for 2022. Exactly 271,798.441 euros are pumped into our province to raise our traffic infrastructure to a higher level. Serious amounts are raised, especially in Bruges and on the coast. Phil Schwartz“Food expert. Unapologetic bacon maven. Beer enthusiast. Pop cultureaholic. General travel …

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Toy Museum 2.0 will be twice as expensive: “No room to fail” | Mechelen

Toy Museum 2.0 will be twice as expensive: “No room to fail” |  Mechelen

MechelenThe board of directors of the Toy Museum this week approved the concept for the future location at the new station in Mechelen. A different interpretation is decidedly chosen. “We have to aim high and land high,” says Bart Stroobants. The estimated cost is now 4 million euros, double the initial budget. Wannes Vansina 22-04-22, 17:03 Last update: 17:20 The …

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Subtly play with wallpaper and bring walls to life with trendy styles

Subtly play with wallpaper and bring walls to life with trendy styles

BARN Wallpaper is back in force. Where it had a dusty image for a while, now it’s the way to make a statement in a room. It can be subtle, but also very pronounced, which creates different effects. Elza Pape and Amanda Boerboom from Vivante Bekenkamp in Baarn understand very well why we have started wallpapering en masse again. “In …

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Albrandswaards Dagblad | “Rotterdam South must become much more comfortable”

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In order to make Rotterdam South a home for all social groups, both the various middle groups and the most vulnerable residents, it is essential to continue to decorate, green and (continue to) keep the outdoor area clean. Now getting to know one’s place and making a connection in the South is still too hampered by litter, an “uninviting” atmosphere …

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