Man in China Reportedly Found Trying to Smuggle Insects
Chinese National Arrested for Smuggling Ants in Kenya This week, Kenyan authorities apprehended a Chinese man after discovering over 2,200 live garden ants concealed in his luggage at Nairobi’s major airport. The individual, identified as Chan Kegun, 27, was taken into custody at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport on Tuesday while attempting to board a flight […]
Insects for you, meat for me: How corporations dominate the meat industry
President Trump is making a wise decision by shifting focus to the meat processing industry. It’s known for being one of the least clean sectors in America, both in hygiene and practices. Having grown up around cattle, I’ve witnessed the harsh realities that keep these operations running. Once a humble trade, the beef industry has […]
Celebrity chef Richard Blais prepares insects in new digital series ‘Bug Bites’
Richard Blace Embraces Edible Insects in New Series Richard Blace, the well-known chef and reality TV figure, is diving into a rather unique culinary adventure by collaborating with the pest control company, Orkin. Together, they’ll explore a variety of edible insects, including ants, scorpions, and even tarantulas, in a digital series named “Bug Bites.” This […]
AI estimates biological age, and flesh-eating insects present a health threat
Healthcare Developments Newsletter Key Highlights: – AI Tools Analyze Faces to Estimate Biological Age and Cancer Outcomes – Carnivorous Insects Threaten Health of Cows and Humans – FDA Alerts Seniors About Vaccine Risks Health Insights High-Cost Medications – Experts share insights on the most expensive prescription drugs in the U.S. Learn more… Allergy Season – […]
USDA documented insects and slime at Boar’s Head plants, records show
Government inspectors have documented unsanitary conditions at several Boar's Head deli meat plants, as well as one that was shut down last year after an outbreak of deadly listeria poisoning, according to federal records. . Newly released report from the Boar's Head plant in New Castle, Indiana. Forest City, Arkansas. Petersburg, Virginia, described multiple cases […]
Stinging insects swarming people in flood-stricken North Carolina
Hurricane Helen's deadly flooding in western North Carolina destroyed underground nests of stinging insects and swarmed workers and residents recovering from the storm. A sharp increase in stings from yellow jackets, wasps and other insects has prompted the state health department to purchase injectable Benadryl and epinephrine. Aid organizations are also working to obtain medicines […]
Singapore has approved 16 insects to eat as food: here’s everything you need to know | Insects
Singapore has taken a bold step and approved 16 species of insects as safe for human consumption. Living things Pass The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) said edible insects include crickets, caterpillars, moth larvae and a type of honeybee. It said it made the decision simply because the insect industry is “in its infancy and insects […]
7 bug repellents to keep insects away this summer
Protect yourself from mosquitoes and other bugs with these insect repellent options. (iStock) Summer brings warm nights and beautiful sunny days, but it also brings mosquitoes, gnats, and bugs to spoil the fun. Thankfully, there are lots of things you can do to keep bugs away. We’ve compiled a list of insect repellent products to […]
Air pollution is altering the way flowers smell, confusing insects
Try smelling it. Airborne chemicals found in common fossil fuels can interfere with the pollination process, even changing the way flowers smell, a new study has found. While this may have some impact on people who are accustomed to stopping to smell the roses, the impact on insects, who are unable to find flowers to […]