Latest news with #Threats
Epoch Times
21-05-2025
- Politics
- Epoch Times
Democrats and Republicans Clash Over New Jersey Rep Facing Charges After Scuffle Outside ICE Facility
Democrats and Republicans clashed during a House hearing over charges faced by a Democratic congresswoman over a scuffle outside an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention center in New Jersey this month. The House Judiciary Subcommittee on Oversight held a titled Examining Threats to ICE Operations on May 20 that focused on events at the Delany Hall ICE Facility in Newark.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
Bees under threat: war in Ukraine tops global list of dangers to pollinators
The war in Ukraine, light pollution and microplastics are among the key threats putting the future of bees at risk worldwide. Scientists warn that this is not only an ecological issue but also a matter of global food security. Source: The Guardian Details: In a new report from the University of Reading titled Emerging Threats and Opportunities for Conservation of Global Pollinators, researchers identified 12 of the most dangerous emerging threats to bees and other pollinators expected to intensify over the next decade. The top threat highlighted by scientists is the war in Ukraine. Armed conflicts affect agriculture by reducing crop diversity, which deprives pollinators of access to flowers throughout the growing season. "This is not just a conservation issue," said Professor Simon Potts, the report's author. "Pollinators are central to our food systems, climate resilience, and economic security." The second most pressing concern is microplastic pollution. Synthetic polymer particles – such as PET plastic – were found in 315 bee colonies across Europe. These particles infiltrate honey and beehives, although their full impact on bee health remains unclear. Pollinators are also harmed by light pollution. For instance, in areas with street lighting, nocturnal pollinators are 62% less likely to visit flowers. Antibiotics used in agriculture can end up in hives and affect bee behaviour, reducing their activity and altering their foraging routes. Researchers also warned of the dangers of "pesticide cocktails" – combinations of chemicals that may be more harmful together than individually. Other threats listed include poorly planned tree planting for net-zero goals, air pollution, enclosed farming, heavy metal extraction, wildfires and more. Support Ukrainska Pravda on Patreon!
Yahoo
07-02-2025
- Yahoo
Ga. teen arrested for alleged ‘terroristic threats' against high school
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Ga. (WSPA) – A 14-year-old was arrested Thursday for allegedly threatening Franklin County High School. Details regarding the threat the student allegedly made against the school were not shared by deputies. According to the Franklin County Sheriff's Office, high school administrators and the county's school resource officer quickly handled the situation. Officials said the teen was taken to the Department of Juvenile Justice. 'No students were ever in danger,' the sheriff's office said. The student has been charged with one count of Terroristic Threats and Acts — a felony in the state of Georgia. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
