A new ‘Muck Map’ of the UK has revealed that areas with high levels of pollution from factory farms are experiencing a halt in housebuilding, with the Severn, Great Ouse, Ouse, Trent, Norfolk Rivers Group, and Wye river catchments most at risk. Intensive farming is blamed for river pollution emergencies, but national planning rules still allow factory farms to be built in already polluted areas. In response, Natural England has advised against granting permission for new homes in areas with nutrient overload, in an effort to prevent further harm to rivers and streams.
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Data Dump Wednesday: 10 stats to know for Week 12 + 2 players to stash on your bench | Yahoo Fantasy Forecast
In the latest episode of Yahoo SportsData Dump Wednesday, Matt Harmon and Sal Vetri share 10 key data points for Week 12 in fantasy football. Sal also highlights two running backs with potential upside that fantasy managers should consider stashing on their bench for the playoff push. Tune in for expert analysis and advice on maximizing your fantasy lineups as the regular season winds down. Full Article
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