The official government forecast now calls for up to six major hurricanes this year, fewer than were expected because of a fairly quiet June and July. The most active hurricane period is mid-August through October, when the waters of the tropical Atlantic are at their warmest. This year there have been three named storms, only one of which gained hurricane strength. Source Link
Here’s some food for thought before you make that next sandwich. A new study claims that cold cuts increase the risk of bladder cancer. Researchers reporting in the journal Cancer say the culprits are nitrates and nitrites in the cold cuts. These are added to meat when it’s processed to preserve and enhance color and flavor. Source Link
Talk about “dumpster diving” -- in New York, a summer program is bringing swimming pools to the streets of midtown Manhattan using dumpsters that are fitted with liners and a surrounding deck. Reservations are needed but the swimming is free for hundreds who enjoy a cool dip each Saturday through the month of August. Source Link
Here’s some food for thought before you make that next sandwich. A new study claims that cold cuts increase the risk of bladder cancer. Researchers reporting in the journal Cancer say the culprits are nitrates and nitrites in the cold cuts. These are added to meat when it’s processed to preserve and enhance color and flavor. Source Link
Talk about “dumpster diving” -- in New York, a summer program is bringing swimming pools to the streets of midtown Manhattan using dumpsters that are fitted with liners and a surrounding deck. Reservations are needed but the swimming is free for hundreds who enjoy a cool dip each Saturday through the month of August. Source Link
