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Decontamination of landfill waste leads to increase in toxic chemicals, says study
Exclusive: Researchers find treatment plants designed to clean up leachate liquid waste boost levels of banned PFAS. Processes intended to decontaminate noxious liquid landfill waste before it ...World - The Guardian - November 4 -
Chemical identified in drinking water likely to be in many homes and could be toxic, study finds
A newly identified chemical byproduct may be present in drinking water in about a third of U.S. homes, a study found. Scientists think it might be toxic but do not yet know.Top stories - NBC News - 3 days ago -
The New Threat to Brazil’s Forests: Chemicals
Authorities use satellites to track deforestation caused by chain saws or fire. Now criminals are using chemicals to degrade trees — and evade detection.World - The New York Times - October 29 -
FDA investigating 'forever chemicals' in seafood
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will be investigating the presence of "forever chemicals" in seafood, with the goal of understanding how such contamination contributes to dietary exposures ...Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago -
My Chemical Romance returns with 'The Black Parade' tour
Nearly two decades ago, My Chemical Romance released their career-defining rock opera, “The Black Parade.”Entertainment - ABC News - November 12 -
U.S. Chemical Safety Board releases findings on Georgia lab chemical release and fire
It was a chemical reaction that sparked the massive fire and toxic smoke plume at a lab in Georgia that threatened nearby communities and metropolitan Atlanta in September, according to the ...Top stories - NBC News - 8 hours ago -
A toxic staffing row is splitting the NHS
A toxic row has engulfed the NHS, say ministers. So why have doctors turned on physician associates?Top stories - BBC News - 2 days ago -
UK trial to assess if red grape chemical can prevent bowel cancer
Resveratrol, which is also found in blueberries and peanuts, has been found to slow tumour growth in mice. Red wine was once heralded as a boon for health that could protect the heart and even ...World - The Guardian - November 11 -
'The Black Parade' marches on: My Chemical Romance announces 2025 revival tour
My Chemical Romance will perform its seminal 2006 album 'The Black Parade' in its entirety on a 10-stop stadium tour next summer.Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 12 -
What to know about the newly identified chemical in U.S. drinking water
Researchers have identified a chemical in certain tap water across the United States as chloronitramide anion. Here's what to know.Top stories - CBS News - 2 days ago -
Worry over toxic Delhi air as pollution worsens
Pollution levels in the Indian capital have reached 20-25 times more than the WHO's recommended safe limit.Top stories - BBC News - October 28 -
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WATCH: Toxic foam covers India's Yamuna River
Aerial footage shows India's Yamuna River, a sacred waterway for Hindus, plagued by toxic foam floating on its surface.Top stories - ABC News - November 4 -
Kerevi defends Jones after Care 'toxic' comments
Australia centre Samu Kerevi says controversy over ex-England coach Eddie Jones' man-management methods may be down to cultural differences.Top stories - BBC News - November 4 -
'Crisis for referees and fuel for toxic fan conspiracies'
David Coote's alleged video on Liverpool and former manager Jurgen Klopp fuels conspiracy theorists who question referees' integrity, says Phil McNulty.Top stories - BBC News - November 12 -
‘Toxic cocktail’ led to Amsterdam violence, mayor says
Antisemitism, hooliganism and anger over Gaza war all factors in trouble that broke out last week, report says. The violence that erupted in Amsterdam last week was sparked by “a toxic cocktail” of ...World - The Guardian - November 12 -
The Guardian stops posting on Elon Musk's 'toxic' X
It has accused X of promoting "disturbing content", and says Mr Musk is using it to "shape political discourse."Top stories - BBC News - November 13 -
Stephen King leaving X over 'toxic' environment
Author Stephen King announced Thursday that he is leaving the social media platform X because of its "toxic" environment. "I'm leaving Twitter. Tried to stay, but the atmosphere has just become ...Politics - The Hill - November 15 -
What’s to be done about Delhi’s toxic smog?
Efforts to mitigate the air pollution smothering the capital require collective actionWorld - Financial Times - 4 days ago -
Trump Tariff Plans Push Sunscreen Maker Edgewell to Lock in Chinese Chemicals Supply
The maker of Banana Boat and Hawaiian Tropic, as well as rival Neturogena manufacturer Kenvue, relies on heavily engineered chemicals that are hard to buy elsewhere.Business - Inc. - November 8 -
Personal care product use during pregnancy, lactation may increase exposure to ‘forever chemicals’: Study
The use of certain personal care products during pregnancy or lactation may be linked to increased levels of "forever chemicals" in both blood plasma and breast milk, a new study has found. While ...Politics - The Hill - November 12 -
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Toxic contamination of Southern California’s coast lives on decades later: Study
Toxic pesticides dumped off Southern California's coast decades ago are staying put — deep in adjacent ocean sediments and in the fish that reside in these habitats, a new study has found. Current ...Politics - The Hill - October 28 -
Hundreds of cosmetic goods contain toxic substances, says EU agency
Many retail goods contained ‘forever chemicals’ that are harmful to humans and the environment, according to reportWorld - Financial Times - October 30 -
Ship suspected of carrying toxic waste docks in Albania, where it will be checked
A ship suspected of carrying a large amount of hazardous waste has been allowed to dock at Albania’s main port, where its cargo was being unloaded for inspectionWorld - ABC News - November 8 -
UN warns that toxic smog in Pakistan's Punjab province is endangering children
The U.N. children’s agency is warning that the health of 11 million children in Pakistan’s eastern Punjab province is in danger because of air pollution that experts say has become a fifth season ...Health - ABC News - November 12 -
UN warns that toxic smog in Pakistan's Punjab province is endangering children
The U.N. children’s agency is warning that the health of 11 million children in Pakistan’s eastern Punjab province is in danger because of air pollution that experts say has become a fifth season ...World - ABC News - November 11 -
Extreme weather is ramping up toxic nitrate pollution in groundwater: Study
Climate-driven extreme weather conditions, such as droughts and intense precipitation, may be accelerating the pace at which toxic nitrates are polluting groundwater, a recent study has found. ...Politics - The Hill - November 13 -
The Guardian to stop posting on X, calling it "a toxic media platform"
The Guardian says benefits of being on Elon Musk's social media platform X are outweighed by its "often disturbing content."Top stories - CBS News - November 13 -
Rec Room reduces toxic chat incidences by 70% with intelligent voice moderation
Intelligent voice moderation solutions slash problematic behavior in VR experiences. Learn more in this GamesBeat Next 2024 panel recap.Tech - VentureBeat - November 14 -
The Absurd Toxic Crusaders 90s Cartoon Is Getting A Collector's Edition Blu-Ray
Back in the '90s, nothing was better than watching Saturday morning cartoons, and if you're looking to recapture that nostalgic feeling, one of the more absurd shows of that era is headed to home ...Tech - GameSpot - November 14 -
Stephen King leaves X, describing atmosphere as ‘too toxic’
Author denies Elon Musk kicked him off platform and says he is joining rival Threads. Stephen King has announced he is quitting X after describing the platform as “too toxic”.. In a post on X on ...World - The Guardian - November 15 -
Toxic smog covers Indian capital as pollution hits record levels
Residents in India’s northern states woke up to another day of poor air quality on Tuesday, as pollution in the capital, Delhi, remained severe.Top stories - NBC News - 5 days ago -
Wes Streeting orders review to end 'toxic' row over NHS physician associates
The health secretary says fears over physician associates need looking at, but laments nature of debate.Top stories - BBC News - 5 days ago -
How This Female Founder Aims to Eliminate the Toxic Toll of Microplastics
Matereal co-founder Jacqueline Ros Amable is working to decarbonize the plastic supply chain by tapping into biobased feedstocks.Business - Inc. - 3 days ago -
Burning old TVs to survive: The toxic trade in electrical waste
People around the world are extracting valuable materials from e-waste despite huge health risks.Top stories - BBC News - 17 hours ago
