Why alcohol remains a big threat to unborn babies in South Africa: Drinking during pregnancy is harmful and can lead to foetal alcohol spectrum disorders. ShutterstockAlcohol consumption is socially acceptable for individuals of legal drinking age. However, drinking during pregnancy is harmful and can lead to irreversible foetal cognitive and developmental issues. These are … [Read more...] about Why alcohol remains a big threat to unborn babies in South Africa | The Conversation
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Plastic poses a major environmental threat: but is it being over-stated? | The Conversation
Plastic poses a major environmental threat: but is it being over-stated?: A coastal wetland overrun by plastic Supplied by author There is no doubt that plastic affects the environment badly. But a trend has developed in the reporting on the impact of plastics that’s not only selective but also borders on panic mongering rather than impartial analysis of existing studies. … [Read more...] about Plastic poses a major environmental threat: but is it being over-stated? | The Conversation
Still no response from SACP’s Mapaila after Public Protector’s legal threat
Still no response from SACP’s Mapaila after Public Protector’s legal threat: This week, Solly Mapaila claimed Advocate Busisiwe Mkhwebane received information on cases from rogue intelligence elements that had a strong influence on her office. ...... Source: WN.com - Southafrica News Fritz: Army must not get involved in civilian policing: Western Cape Community Safety MEC … [Read more...] about Still no response from SACP’s Mapaila after Public Protector’s legal threat
Legitimacy of Public Protector’s office under threat, says SACP
Legitimacy of Public Protector’s office under threat, says SACP: The party’s first deputy general secretary Solly Mapaila said Busisiwe Mkhwebane’s record of overturned findings had led to the SACP’s loss of faith in her. ...... Source: WN.com - Southafrica News Security official dives in to save duiker hit by car: ADT security officer Zolile Hoyi is … [Read more...] about Legitimacy of Public Protector’s office under threat, says SACP
Why microbeads are such a threat and why they’re so hard to handle | The Conversation
Why microbeads are such a threat and why they're so hard to handle: Shampoo containing plastic microbeads KYtan/ShutterstockPlastic is everywhere. It is used across a spectrum of applications from durable industrial equipment, household appliances to throw-away single-use items and even the clothes we wear. This wide scope of uses is ascribed to its versatility, low-cost and … [Read more...] about Why microbeads are such a threat and why they’re so hard to handle | The Conversation
