How would a government shutdown affect travel around the U.S.?

[ad_1] Although a short U.S. government shutdown would be unlikely to have much impact on air travel, a prolonged impasse could lead to disruptions for passengers and financial losses for businesses, according to travel experts and industry groups.  The Federal Aviation Administration and Transportation Security Administration define most of their employees as essential, requiring them to…

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Inhalers produce as much carbon emissions as over 500,000 cars each year, study finds

[ad_1] Inhalers that provide fast-acting treatment for people with certain respiratory conditions are contributing to greenhouse gas emissions, which can worsen both climate change and the conditions themselves, according to new research. In the study, published Monday in the Journal of the American Medical Association, researchers found inhalers approved for asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease,…

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