Jamah, more than bags

Dec. 2, 2008   1 Comment  

Jamah is a word with many definitions. In Islam it can mean unanimous agreement and in Muslim culture it refers to a man’s clothing. For Nancy Gale Jamah means “Be Who You Are.” Who she is, is a great handbag designer. Not only are her bags made with a mission, they are made with utility [...]

EarthTalk: Hand gel? Leather?

March 10, 2008   1 Comment  

Dear EarthTalk: My pediatrician swears by those gel hand sanitizers for lowering the risk of my family getting sick during cold and flu season. But I’ve also heard that these products can be dangerous to kids if ingested. Are there any safer alternatives that work just as well?  – Jason Blalock, Oakland, CA  A 2005 study [...]