Right now you are probably staring at lead, mercury, cadmium, barium, beryllium, polyvinyl chloride, and brominated flame retardants. No, the toxic waste disposal company didn’t just dump a barrel of chemicals on your desk – these dangerous toxins can be found right inside your precious personal computer.
Computer screens commonly contain lead, which can cause brain, [...]
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By Jenna Kirkman
URBANA, IL – APRIL 28, 2005
Like every other Wednesday, students began lining up far before 4:30 p.m. outside of Peabody-Snyder Residence Dining Hall. It was Fat Don’s Wednesday, also known as their one and only chance to eat some decent food with their meal plan credits. However, today was different. The line stretched [...]
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