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Horror 'black rain' falling amid Iran war can cause heart attacks and premature death

Residents of Tehran are suffering from toxic 'black rain' caused by US-Israeli airstrikes, leading to serious health risks and environmental damage.

Mar 20 • 05:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Colíder Hydroelectric Power Plant (MT) completes reservoir refill 6 months after MP points out flaws

The Colíder Hydroelectric Power Plant has completed the refilling of its reservoir, six months after structural flaws were identified by the Public Ministry of the state, leading to environmental damage.

Mar 18 • 21:25 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Environmental contamination in Sabiá Park is being investigated in Uberlândia; 'there are point leaks,' says director of Futel

The investigation into possible environmental damage at Sabiá Park in Uberlândia, Brazil, was prompted by reports of pollution and waste accumulation in the area.

Mar 18 • 20:24 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The tugboat stranded in the Skulte port waterway has been pulled off the sandbank

A tugboat that was stranded in the Skulte port waterway has been successfully pulled off the sandbank without any environmental damage caused.

Mar 16 • 12:06 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Environmental Offense: Slurry Pollutes the Einbach

Slurry from a silo in Wackersberg has significantly contaminated the Einbach river, prompting emergency responses from local fire departments to mitigate environmental damage.

Mar 15 • 11:59 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Drilling Rig Flipped Over - Oils Spilled and Driver Taken to Hospital

A drilling rig overturned in Vantaa, Finland, resulting in significant material damage and the driver being hospitalized due to injuries from the accident.

Mar 13 • 18:17 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Can cars be filled with rapeseed oil instead of diesel fuel?

A Latvian expert explains the conditions under which rapeseed oil can replace diesel fuel in vehicles, emphasizing that it's suitable for older models but can damage newer vehicles equipped with particle filters.

Mar 13 • 11:35 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

War in Iran affects water and air quality, say experts

UN experts warn of immediate impacts on drinking water, air quality, and food due to the environmental damage caused by the ongoing war in Iran.

Mar 12 • 21:23 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Vilnius resident questions the cadets' March 11th celebration on the Hill: maybe this year it should have been celebrated elsewhere

A Vilnius resident criticized the aftermath of a military cadets' celebration, suggesting it would have been better held in a different location due to environmental damage.

Mar 12 • 17:01 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

One person chased dogs after a boar, another caught a deer calf in a snare – revealed the harshest hunting violations last year

The article discusses serious hunting violations in Lithuania, including illegal hunting practices and significant environmental damage.

Mar 12 • 13:20 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
World

UN Ambassador: Over 1300 civilians killed in Iran

The UN Ambassador in Iran reports that over 1300 civilian deaths have occurred due to attacks from the USA and Israel, alongside significant damage to housing and environmental concerns.

Mar 10 • 20:02 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

Liveblog Iran War: United Nations Warns of Severe Environmental Damage from Attacks on Oil Facilities

The UN warns of severe environmental consequences from attacks on oil facilities in the Middle East amid ongoing regional conflicts.

Mar 10 • 05:03 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
World

Bombing of Iran’s oil infrastructure to have major environmental fallout, experts warn

Experts warn that the recent Israeli bombing of Iran's oil infrastructure will lead to significant long-term environmental damage.

Mar 10 • 05:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Toxic barrels at a resort: authorities investigate environmental damage after truck overturns in PI

Authorities are examining the environmental impact caused by the accidental dumping of pesticide near the Xixá resort in Piauí, Brazil, following a truck accident.

Mar 7 • 19:33 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Prosecutor's Office sues Ecological Transition to demand that 250 farmers repair the damage caused to Doñana by water theft

The National Prosecutor's Office in Spain is suing the Ministry of Ecological Transition for failing to demand that 250 farmers repair environmental damage caused by illegal water extraction from the Doñana National Park.

Mar 6 • 18:55 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Liquid manure leaks from tank at a cattle farm in Bauska municipality

A leakage of liquid manure occurred at the 'Liepiņas' cattle farm in Bauska municipality due to frost damage to the storage tank, prompting a response from emergency services.

Mar 6 • 13:48 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

There are too many paths in the seaside dunes - some will be dismantled

The local government plans to dismantle some wooden paths in the seaside dunes due to damage and concerns over their environmental impact, allocating funds for necessary repairs.

Mar 4 • 09:33 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Caused danger with a low-altitude flight in a protected park, but paid for his fault in a singular way

A helicopter pilot who performed low-altitude flights over the protected Quebrada del Condorito National Park in Córdoba agreed to mitigate the environmental damage caused by providing technical footwear for park rangers, instead of monetary compensation.

Mar 2 • 21:51 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
Crime & Justice

Compensation claims for mussel damage are completely exceptional, says a criminal law professor

A preliminary investigation into significant damage to a pearl mussel population in Suomussalmi has found that the incident could lead to charges of serious environmental crimes with estimated damages reaching €2.2 million.

Mar 1 • 18:33 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

They will pay for the unlawful "management" of the river valley for two years

A family is held responsible for the illegal management of a state-owned river valley area, leading to environmental damage.

Feb 27 • 09:20 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Police: The terrible price of the mussel disaster in Suomussalmi has been revealed

Oulu police have concluded the preliminary investigation into the mussel devastation in Suomussalmi, estimating significant monetary losses due to environmental damage.

Feb 26 • 11:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police carries out operation against illegal logging scheme that caused R$ 41 million in damages in indigenous land of RO

The Brazilian Federal Police have launched Operation Erisícton to dismantle an illegal logging and deforestation network in the Roosevelt Indigenous Land, resulting in significant environmental damage.

Feb 24 • 22:26 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Condominium and manager of the JK Building are convicted for damage to heritage

The JK Building condominium and its manager in Belo Horizonte were convicted for environmental crimes regarding cultural heritage.

Feb 24 • 18:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

State fines Sanepar R$ 280,000 after sewage overflow causes environmental damage in stream with waterfall

The state fined the Companhia de Saneamento do Paraná R$ 280,000 for environmental damage caused by sewage overflow at the Cachoeira do Ventão in Umuarama, Paraná.

Feb 24 • 12:32 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Operation combats illegal gold extraction in the environmental protection area of Parauapebas, PA

A joint operation in Parauapebas targeted illegal gold mining activities in an environmental protection area, leading to arrests and environmental damage assessments.

Feb 21 • 17:49 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Paraná Stream with Waterfall Suffers Environmental Damage After Sewage 'Overflow' from Sanepar Elevation Platform

The Ventão Waterfall in Umuarama suffered environmental damage due to sewage overflow from a Sanepar elevation platform.

Feb 21 • 14:39 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Environmental damage and human rights abuses threaten squid fishing in the Southeast Pacific

A report reveals that giant squid fishing is facing ecological and social crises due to the presence of Chinese fleets exploiting legal gaps in the Southeast Pacific.

Feb 21 • 12:50 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

EPA weakens pollution limits for mercury from coal plants

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has weakened pollution limits for coal power plants, allowing them to release more heavy metals, including mercury, which is linked to brain damage.

Feb 20 • 19:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Erosion and environmental damage: Justice suspends works at Morro de Santo Antônio (MT) after MP points out problems

Brazilian Justice has ordered the immediate halt of expansion works at Morro de Santo Antônio due to significant erosion and environmental damage reported by the Public Ministry.

Feb 20 • 00:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Court suspends permits for the construction of buildings on the coastline of Salvador due to risk of environmental damage

A federal court in Brazil has suspended building permits for the Infinity Blue and Infinity Sea projects in Salvador due to environmental concerns.

Feb 19 • 23:16 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Bridge Construction: How Road Construction Destroys Landscapes

A plan to replace a highway from the GDR era in Leipzig with a new identical structure raises environmental concerns about damage to the cultural landscape.

Feb 18 • 05:22 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Satellite Images: How Israel's 'Poisons' Killed Hundreds of Hectares in Quneitra?

Satellite images reveal extensive damage to vegetation in agricultural areas in Quneitra, Syria, following Israeli aerial spraying operations.

Feb 17 • 09:19 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Responsible mining does not require changes to the Glacier Law

The article argues that while mining is an essential part of sustainable development, it cannot be considered fully sustainable and must focus on responsibility to minimize social and environmental damage.

Feb 16 • 19:05 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The Border Guard investigates the environmental damage in the port of Kemi - thousands of liters of oil are still floating in the sea

An oil spill in the Kemi port has led to ongoing cleanup efforts as environmental officials work to contain approximately 10,000 liters of oil that entered the sea, with about 4,000 liters recovered so far.

Feb 13 • 15:08 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Royal Caribbean's tourist project threatens mangroves and species in Mahahual, warns Greenpeace

Greenpeace has raised concerns over Royal Caribbean's "Perfect Day Mahahual" project, emphasizing its potential environmental damage to the region's fragile ecosystem.

Feb 12 • 20:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Farm investigated for building decks and operating tourism without environmental authorization in MS

A farm in Bonito, Brazil, is under investigation for building unauthorized structures for tourism and commercial activities along the Formoso River, raising concerns over environmental damage and regulatory compliance.

Feb 12 • 15:07 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Media: 'aušrietis' T. Domarkas questioned in investigation regarding illegally buried hazardous waste

Lithuanian MP T. Domarkas is under investigation for possible environmental damage related to illegal waste disposal linked to his father's property.

Feb 12 • 05:59 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
Crime & Justice

Tomas Domarkas, the 'Aušrietis', was questioned last year in a case regarding hazardous waste buried on his father's property

Tomas Domarkas is under investigation for burying hazardous construction waste on his father's land, with serious environmental damage reported.

Feb 12 • 05:43 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

In Vysočina, otters and cormorants cause the most damage, wolves are only marginally involved

The article discusses the environmental impact of otters and cormorants in the Vysočina region of Czechia, while noting that wolves are not significantly contributing to the issues.

Feb 11 • 14:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Court orders Funai and Santo Antônio Energia to compensate for environmental damage to indigenous peoples in Rondônia

A federal court in Rondônia has ordered measures to be taken by Funai and Santo Antônio Energia to remedy environmental damages inflicted on indigenous communities by a hydroelectric plant.

Feb 11 • 13:55 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Oil spills: Natasha demands action over Niger Delta cleanup

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan urges the Nigerian government to take decisive action on the environmental damage caused by oil spills in the Niger Delta during a National Assembly budget defense session.

Feb 10 • 19:45 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Court prohibits vehicle traffic on the beaches of Touros

A court has prohibited vehicle traffic on the beaches of Touros, Brazil, due to safety concerns and environmental damage caused by unregulated driving.

Feb 9 • 20:18 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

A new study reveals the damage that artificial intelligence will cause to the environment

A study highlights the environmental impact of artificial intelligence, projecting significant carbon emissions as the industry grows.

Feb 9 • 09:34 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Russian media: Collision of cargo ships in the Gulf of Finland

Two cargo ships leaving St. Petersburg collided in the Gulf of Finland, but no injuries or environmental damage occurred according to Russian authorities.

Feb 8 • 09:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Businessman reported for environmental damage in Passagem Franca

A businessman has been charged with environmental damage in a Permanent Preservation Area in Passagem Franca, Maranhão, by the Public Ministry of Maranhão.

Feb 4 • 18:24 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Farmer fined more than R$ 12 thousand for animal mistreatment and environmental damage in Anhumas

A 36-year-old farmer was fined over R$ 12,000 for mistreating animals and hindering the natural regeneration of native vegetation in Anhumas, SP, following a police investigation.

Feb 4 • 14:25 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Environmentalists decry ‘crushingly disappointing’ Pfas action plan for UK

Environmental campaigners have criticized the UK government's Pfas action plan for being inadequately weak in tackling harmful 'forever chemicals', warning it may prolong environmental damage.

Feb 3 • 07:56 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
World

Davos in the Sky: Vertical Increase in Private Jets

The Greenpeace campaign head criticized the hypocrisy of the wealthiest elite discussing global issues at Davos while contributing to environmental damage with their jet emissions.

Jan 15 • 09:21 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

The power vacuum in Yemen threatens the biodiversity of the Socotra archipelago, unique in the world

The Socotra archipelago, known for its unique endemic species, has faced significant environmental damage since the war in Yemen began in 2014.

Jan 14 • 04:30 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
World

Environmental damage from over-fertilization: Your cheap bun kills fish in the Baltic Sea

Massive fish die in the Baltic Sea due to decaying algae consuming oxygen, linked to agricultural fertilizers used in the region.

Jan 13 • 13:00 UTC

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