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๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

The Sea Swallows Our Poisons: Human Pollutants Have Become Part of the Chemistry of All Oceans

A new study reveals that human-made chemical pollutants have infiltrated oceanic ecosystems and the chemical composition of seawater, potentially disrupting natural processes.

Mar 21 โ€ข 05:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Italy: Pizza Rage

A new study indicates that traditional wood-fired pizza ovens in Naples emit significant pollutants, leading to controversy among pizza makers.

Mar 19 โ€ข 08:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Dyson has stated that the air in your bedroom is ruining your sleep

A study by Dyson reveals that indoor air quality, especially in bedrooms, significantly impacts sleep quality, beyond factors like mobile phone use and stress.

Mar 17 โ€ข 15:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Why there is smog in Gothenburg โ€“ and how long it is expected to last

Smog in Gothenburg is the result of long-distance transport of air pollutants from Central Europe, affecting air quality but posing no immediate health risk to most people.

Mar 10 โ€ข 16:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Telegraph
Life & Tech

We tested 14 air purifiers at home and these are the models that banished dust the best

The article reviews 14 air purifiers, evaluating their effectiveness in cleaning air from dust and other pollutants, and provides recommendations based on testing results.

Mar 10 โ€ข 10:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

Emissions were twelve times higher than permitted: โ€“ This is serious

Boliden Odda AS, Norway's only zinc plant, faces criticism for being caught emitting pollutants twelve times above legal limits.

Mar 9 โ€ข 14:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Agrofert Chemical Company Failed at the Supreme Administrative Court, Facing Fines for Water Pollutants

The Agrofert chemical company has lost a case at the Supreme Administrative Court and is facing fines for contaminating water with toxins.

Mar 6 โ€ข 09:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Toxins banned for decades are found in seabirds in Brazil; understand the risks

A new study has discovered the presence of persistent organic pollutants in seabirds along the Brazilian coast, raising concerns about the health risks to wildlife.

Mar 5 โ€ข 16:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Experts to Al Jazeera: The smell of war surrounds the air of the Middle East

Experts have warned that ongoing wars in the Middle East are significantly impacting air quality by introducing pollutants arising from military conflicts.

Mar 2 โ€ข 07:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Investigation: Here is what the food made for your pet could be dangerous

A study highlights the potential dangers of PFAS chemicals in pet food, urging owners to be aware of ingredients and diversify protein sources.

Feb 28 โ€ข 04:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

All new cars and vans in UK must comply with new rule from November 2026

From November 29, 2026, all new cars and vans in the UK must adhere to stricter emissions standards to reduce pollutants.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Eternal pollutants have contaminated thousands of hectares of agricultural land according to an investigation

An investigation reveals that PFAS-contaminated sludge has been spread as fertilizer over thousands of hectares of agricultural land in France.

Feb 26 โ€ข 06:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

The Baltic Sea โ€“ between plastic and drugs: the diagnosis is not deadly, but monitoring is necessary

The article discusses pollution in the Baltic Sea, focusing on the necessity of continuous monitoring and the challenges of measuring invisible pollutants at microscopic levels.

Feb 23 โ€ข 15:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Spraying Paint Prohibited for Facilities Used by Children, the Elderly, and Disabled Individuals

New regulations in South Korea ban spray painting for facilities frequented by children, the elderly, and disabled individuals to reduce air pollutants.

Feb 23 โ€ข 03:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Now: Trump's administration plans to ease coal power plant emissions restrictions

The Trump administration is reportedly planning to relax emissions restrictions for coal power plants, allowing them to release more harmful pollutants, including mercury.

Feb 18 โ€ข 20:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Air Quality: Germany Meets EU Limits for Fine Dust and Other Pollutants in the Air

Germany has improved its air quality, meeting EU limits for fine dust and other pollutants, although health risks remain due to fine particulate matter.

Feb 18 โ€ข 20:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Scientist S. ฤŒapkauskienฤ— named the body's "pollutants": cause cancer

The discussion highlights the impact of free radicals on health and their connection to chronic diseases.

Feb 18 โ€ข 06:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Contingency causes a double No-Drive Day: Follow the air quality report LIVE

Mexico City and the State of Mexico are under a new double No-Drive Day due to poor air quality caused by a buildup of pollutants and atmospheric conditions.

Feb 16 โ€ข 14:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Scientists unveil the secret of air pollutants movement inside our lungs

Researchers at the University of Warwick developed an innovative model to predict irregular movement of airborne nanoparticles, a significant air pollutant challenge.

Feb 16 โ€ข 14:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

"One of the biggest pollutants is indeed inside the cars"

The article discusses the pollution caused by materials found inside vehicles, highlighting the environmental impact of car interiors.

Feb 16 โ€ข 11:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Chemical Rains Returning from the Sky: How Industrial Gases Turn into Permanent Pollution on Earth?

A recent study reveals that certain industrial gases, initially believed to be safer alternatives, are transforming into persistent pollutants known as trifluoroacetic acid due to chemical reactions in the atmosphere.

Feb 14 โ€ข 11:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Environmental contingency in CdMx and Edomex TODAY February 13 | Live reports from CAMe

The Environmental Commission of the Megalopolis (CAMe) has activated an environmental contingency today in Mexico City and Edomex due to high levels of pollutants in the Valley of Mexico.

Feb 13 โ€ข 13:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Air quality worsened significantly in January - the outlook for the future is not hopeful. Researchers on air pollution in Latvia

Air quality has drastically declined in Latvia, particularly in Riga, with increases in various pollutants, including a 370% rise in particulate matter observed in January compared to the same period last year.

Feb 13 โ€ข 08:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Double Wednesday No Circulation? Air Quality is Very Bad; Live Report Continues

The air quality in Mexico City is reported to be critically poor, prompting alerts and the potential for environmental contingencies due to high levels of pollutants.

Feb 10 โ€ข 21:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Seabirds ingest significant amounts of pollutants, some banned for decades

A recent study reveals that seabirds continue to consume harmful pollutants, some of which have been banned for decades, echoing the concerns raised by Rachel Carson in her 1962 book "Silent Spring."

Feb 5 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
Life & Tech

Ants affected by air pollution are no longer allowed into the nest

German scientists have found that air pollutants, especially ozone, alter ants' ability to return to their nests after foraging trips.

Feb 4 โ€ข 06:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Sewage: Who pays for the ibuprofen in the water?

The article discusses the EU Directive 2024/3019 regarding municipal wastewater treatment aimed at improving the removal of micro-pollutants, like pharmaceutical residues, from sewage systems in light of its impending national legal implementation.

Jan 11 โ€ข 14:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
World

Norwegian Polar Institute: The Science of Polar Bears

The Norwegian Polar Institute organized a five-week expedition in April 2025 to study polar bears and the impact of pollutants on their health.

Jan 9 โ€ข 13:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช taz
Life & Tech

Too Many Pollutants in the Water: Unusual Rescue Alliance for the Contaminated Baltic Sea

Farmers' associations and the Ministry of Agriculture in Kiel propose joint voluntary measures to save the heavily polluted Baltic Sea.

Dec 27 โ€ข 13:00 UTC

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