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E-mail Edition Daily News for 07/28/2004

Migration urge keeps sparrows awake, and other stories
Migratory songbirds such as the white-crowned sparrow travel great distances to get to and from their seasonal digs. Amazingly, white-crowns put in night after night of red-eye air time without so much as a nap during the day.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-07-28/s_25995.asp

Amazon fires change weather, speed deforestation
Burning of the Amazon jungle is changing weather patterns by raising temperatures and reducing rainfall, accelerating the rate at which the forest is disappearing and turning into grassland, scientists report.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-07-28/s_26243.asp

E.U. trio plans high-level nuclear talks with Iran
Britain, Germany and France will pursue talks with Iran on its controversial nuclear program and a high-level meeting in Europe is penciled in for this week, Western diplomats say.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-07-28/s_26246.asp

Scientists advise government to be cautious with biotech crops
Federal regulators should look more closely at the potential health effects of some genetically modified plants before they can be grown as commercial crops, a scientific advisory panel said. http://www.enn.com/news/2004-07-28/s_26248.asp

Malaria experts abuzz on global warming fears
With malaria's history of surviving in the cold, experts are at odds about how far modern global warming may spread one of the planet's most deadly diseases which kills a million people a year in poor countries.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-07-28/s_26247.asp

Oil industry leaders admit clean fuel regulations aren't cause of high prices
Industry leaders agree with health advocates and environmentalists that there is no clear evidence that new clean fuel requirements and other environmental regulations had anything beyond a minimal -- if that -- role in the rapid run-up of gasoline prices this year. http://www.enn.com/news/2004-07-28/s_26251.asp

 
Locusts begin rampage in West, North Africa
Damage from swarms of locusts eating vital crops in North and West Africa could triple to $245 million within a year if no emergency aid is provided soon, U.N. and government experts say. http://www.enn.com/news/2004-07-28/s_26245.asp

 
Bangladesh capital inundated as millions suffer in flooded South Asia
Residents waded through sewage and rowed boats on flooded roads in Dhaka, as 44 more victims drowned and the death toll from monsoon rains reached 1,100 across South Asia on Tuesday.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-07-28/s_26253.asp

Risk of exposure to toxins uncontrolled at some Superfund sites
Almost one in 10 of the nation's 1,230 Superfund toxic waste sites have not yet been cleaned up enough to guarantee that people and drinking water supplies won't become contaminated, according to Environmental Protection Agency data.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-07-28/s_26250.asp

Drought may have triggered toxic algae in Nebraska lakes
Drought may have helped trigger unusual blooms of toxic algae in several Nebraska lakes that have sickened more than 40 people and killed several dogs, state officials report.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-07-28/s_26249.asp

WTO talks stall over farm reform
Mediators in stalled world trade talks will make a fresh bid for a breakthrough on Wednesday, with few signs of common ground on the crucial issue of farm reform.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-07-28/s_26244.asp

St. Croix landfill reopens after catching fire
St. Croix's main landfill reopened after employees put out a weekend fire caused by the buildup of gases from decomposing garbage, authorities said.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-07-28/s_26252.asp

Environmental Marketplace Updates (Become a Member) 
We'd like to encourage you to visit our Environmental Marketplace where you'll learn about some amazing environmentally-focused businesses.  A few examples:

Adventure Life Journeys - an unusual travel company. Adventure Life takes a holistic approach to travel and is dedicated to expanding ecological and cultural awareness. Visit them on the web at http://www.adventure-life.com/index.html.

Alternative Energy Store - retailer for solar panels, windmills/wind turbines, inverters, solar water pumps, solar home heating systems and other solar and wind electric power systems for your home or business. Visit them on the web at http://www.altenergystore.com.

Environmental Construction Outfitters of New York - For over 15 years ECO of NY has been monitoring the issues related to safer, healthier, and environmentally responsible building products and systems. Visit them on the web at http://www.environmentaldepot.com.

Garden Kids - a children's clothing manufacturer dedicated to providing superior quality clothing using environmentally friendly products and socially responsible business practices. Visit them on the web at http://www.gardenkids.com.

Today's Press Releases (Become an Affiliate) Direct from non-profit environmental and educational organizations.

The Trust for Public Land:
171 Acres Protected fo Webb Mt. Park (CT)

California Safe Schools:
California Safe Schools Partners With Celebrated Artist Michael Bruza Preventing Pests Without Pesticides

The Trust for Public Land:
11,400-Acre Klamath Valley Ranch Protected (OR)

Center for Biological Diversity:
California Tiger Salamander Protected

The Trust for Public Land:
Campaign Launched to Conserve Trout Pond (NH)

Metafore: Metafore Sets Date For Forest Leadership Forum II

World Resources Institute:
African Organization Spreads Technological Advancements

Redefining Progress:
Young Activists Fight for Climate Justice

United Nations Environment Programme:
UNEP Supprts Earthdive Initiative to Boost Protection of Oceans and Seas

The Trust for Public Land:
Key Parcel Proteced for San Dieguito River Park (CA)