Monday, September 3, 2007
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Lead Hazard in Children's Toys
Lead Hazard in Children's Toys: "Arguments about 'safe' levels of lead in children's products are specious, based on an entirely outdated understanding of the biology, especially the neurobiology, of growing young children. I think that when they come from official sources, such as the CPSC, they are disingenuous and ultimately politically driven, with a view to protecting potentially affected economic interests. Lead accumulates in the body, both in nerve tissue and bone. It can replace Calcium in both tissues, thus compromising nerve conduction and adding to a 'savings bank' of accumulated lead in bone. The affinity of lead for nerve tissue is a significant problem for growing children; the younger they are, the more vulnerable. The consequences of lead in the nervous system may include behavioral problems and cognitive impairment."
Fisher-Price Toy Manufacturer Commits Suicide
"The AP is reporting that the manufacturer of the plant that produced the recalled fisher-price toys has committed suicide. Suicide response is commonplace in China. The pressures of producing at low cost teamed with the consequences of bringing embarrassment to the Chinese government, (a country with the highest capital punishment rates,) cause many to fear. Some commit suicide over intense guilt as some Doctors that have been required to harvest organs from living prisoners have done."
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Beijing Olympics? So what.
Beijing Olympics? So what - International Herald Tribune: "Here's a contrarian question concerning the 2008 Beijing Olympics: Who cares? Sure, it's a big deal - the media are telling us so. One year out, we're being bombarded by countdown articles about how grand and historic the event will be: massive construction projects, an army of foreign journalists, Steven Spielberg-directed pageantry and, oh yeah, some sporting events. China sees the games as a coming-out party, a showcase for its rising stature as a world power. Critics see them as a perfect opportunity to push China for greater openness, more tolerance for dissent and better behavior as a global citizen."
Fear and Loathing of Chinese Food Imports
"'Quick-drying glue -- don't worry if you accidentally glue some things together, they are easily separated. Wooden chop sticks -- they shorten over time to let you know when to throw them away. Parts of them splinter off to be used as tooth-picks. Airtight containers -- if you store kimchi or sauces in them, they'll automatically breathe themselves. Sprays -- their nozzles will gradually widen until the products can be used as water guns. Thermometers -- they keep the room temperature at the same level year round. Shavers -- they are handy when you don't have a potato peeler. Pencils -- their leads fall out and can be replaced easily...' ▶These of course are jokes found online about the 'strong points' of Chinese products. They may be slight exaggerations, but.... " Digital Chosunilbo (English Edition) : Daily News in English About Korea:
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