Ancient lead pollution may have lowered IQs across the Roman Empire
'To my knowledge, itβs the first large-scale pollution event from industrial activities.'
People living during the golden age of the Roman Empire experienced an average 2.5 to 3 point reduction in IQ due to atmospheric lead, according to a study published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences www.popsci.com/science/roma...
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USAID program launches $6M effort to promote climate resilience in Kenya
USAID recently set aside $38 million in loans and investments to build resilience among small businesses in the region
A United States Agency for International Development program launched a $6 million program to support small businesses and financial institutions in northern Kenya looking to implement climate-smart practices and enhance their resilience to climate-related challenges.
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