Modern Water Fountains And Public Policy

In February 2014, a charge on sugar-sweetened beverages was enacted in Berkley, CA, making it the first city in the United States to submit such a law. The tax is thought to minimize sugary drink consumption and enhance the consumption of healthier drinks, such as water from fountains. First, the city conducted an analysis to evaluate whether peopl

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Things to Do and See in Asia

Bustling, vibrant Hong Kong is a hub for fashion, food, banking, and trade in Asia. Don’t miss Phuket, the largest of Thailand’s islands and one celebrated for its gorgeous scenery and cultural attractions. Known as the “Queen of the Arabian Sea”, Cochin (or Kochi) in Indiaâ€â

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The Use of Outdoor Garden Fountains As Water Features

A water feature is a big element which has water flowing in or through it. A simple suspended fountain or an intricate courtyard tiered fountain are just two varieties from the wide range of articles available. The versatility of this feature is useful since it can be placed indoors or outside. Ponds and pools are also included in the definition of

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Modern Water Fountains And Obesity

Berkley, CA residents voted for a sugar-sweetened beverages tax in February 2014, the first of its kind in the United States. By taxing sugary drinks, the city hopes to inspire more people to decide on healthier options, such as water. The aim of the research was to evaluate the state of community drinking water fountains and figure out if there is

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Renaissance Water Fountains of Tuscany

Two broad types of Tuscan water fountains widely known in the fifteenth century were the freestanding or "isolated" type, designed for the middle of a piazza, court or garden; and the "engaged" or wall water feature, set onto a wall at the end of a square or plaza. The Florentine wall fountain was the primary example from this period and is the han

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