Choosing a dryer: our tests found differences in ease of use, drying speed and features

Article Abstract:

Fourteen clothes dryers were tested for efficiency, speed, air filter cleaning, front and rear exhausts, safety features and special features. The two outstanding models are the Hoover 5010D, priced at $399, and the Simpson Sirocco 500 priced the same. The Simpson needs 25 minutes to dry each kilogram of clothes. The Hoover takes about seven addition minutes. The Hoover filter is the easiest to use whereas the Simpson's is mounted on a rear wall inside the dryer. Both are energy efficient.

Buyers Guide, Clothes dryers

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Choosing foods - does a tick help?

Article Abstract:

Despite the heart foundation's tick symbol, some foods such as oils and cheeses remain substantial sources of fat. The tick costs manufactures up to $50,000 annually, based on sales volume, and the program is voluntary. Laws and oddities of food labeling are also depicted.

Low-fat diet, Low fat diet, Labels, Packaging

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Spilling the 'gene beans'

Article Abstract:

Food products such as Monsanto's Roundup Ready Soybean have been required to appear on food labels in the Netherlands since April 1997. Australia's federal Genetic Manipulation Advisory Committee is still promulgating rules. Methods of lobbying the Committee are described.

Political aspects, Soyfoods

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