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Stories by Melinda Burns

Study Claims Even the Most Sophisticated News Readers Can Be Manipulated

Revelations from a european study effort reveal that biased news can have a "time bomb" effect.
Posted on Nov 9, 2009, Source: Miller-McCune.com

A Victory for the 'Water Underground': California Eases Restrictions on Greywater Use

Bone-dry California eases restrictions on greywater use, allowing wastewater from washing machines and bathtubs to spill onto the state's lawns and lemon trees.
Posted on Oct 16, 2009, Source: Miller-McCune.com

Can California Be Drought-Proof by 2020?

The state has got a plan to cut water use 20 percent by 2020. Is it realistic? And will rate increases spur revolt?
Posted on Aug 3, 2009, Source: Miller-McCune.com

Do Exports of Water-Intensive Crops Hurt Drought-Prone Areas?

As California and Australia are finding out, what makes economic sense to farmers may be becoming an environmental problem.
Posted on Jun 20, 2009, Source: Miller-McCune.com

Why Does Two-Thirds of the World's Population Still Not Have Access to Safe Drinking Water?

The funds needed for water resources are miniscule compared those given to reduce carbon emissions and deal with the global financial crisis.
Posted on May 29, 2009, Source: Miller-McCune.com