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🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Researchers: This phenomenon is not recognized in Finland - affects up to 300,000 homes

A study reveals that up to 300,000 homes in Finland may suffer from energy poverty due to high energy costs and low incomes, particularly affecting single-person households and those with many children.

Mar 23 • 07:28 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Cities of Greater BH are champions in water waste, study points out

A study reveals that Ribeirão das Neves and Betim are among Brazil's cities with the highest water waste rates.

Mar 22 • 07:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

A study shows that cigarette butts dominate global waste: "They are small chemical bombs that then return in the food chain of humans"

A scientific study has found that cigarette butts are the most commonly discarded waste, with around 4.5 trillion butts improperly disposed of each year worldwide.

Mar 21 • 11:38 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The World War II bombs lying in the Baltic Sea are surprisingly rich oases of life

A recent study reveals that World War II ordnance found on the seabed of the Baltic Sea has become unexpectedly rich habitats, supporting significantly more biodiversity than the surrounding sea floor.

Mar 21 • 07:19 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Water quality in the Sorocaba region is stagnant at a 'worrying' level, says study

A study indicates that the water quality of rivers in the Sorocaba region remains at a concerning 'regular' level, highlighting a lack of effective pollution control policies.

Mar 20 • 19:02 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Old-growth forests store much more carbon than managed forests

A new study from Lund University reveals that Swedish old-growth forests store significantly more carbon than managed forests, with differences largely attributed to soil carbon accumulation.

Mar 20 • 10:53 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Study reveals worsening water quality in rivers of 14 Brazilian states

A study by the S.O.S. Mata Atlântica Foundation reveals a decline in water quality in rivers across 14 Brazilian states.

Mar 20 • 00:57 UTC
🇫🇮 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 • 08:50 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Artificial turf fields can be deadly for coho salmon: UBC study

A study by the University of British Columbia reveals that artificial turf fields pose a danger to coho salmon due to harmful chemicals leaching from crumb rubber.

Mar 18 • 23:02 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Pizza rage erupted in Italy

Traditional Neapolitan pizza makers are outraged by a study indicating that wood-fired ovens can harm the environment, as reported by The Times.

Mar 18 • 20:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Research analyzes the presence of 'slime' on beaches of the Tapajós River and possible health risks

A study at the Federal University of Western Pará investigates cyanobacteria blooms, commonly known as 'slime', at beaches along the Tapajós River in Santarém, Brazil.

Mar 18 • 17:50 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
World

Stormy winter caused Arctic sea ice to melt

A recent study reveals that a stormy winter contributed to the melting of sea ice in Antarctica, marking significant shifts in the Earth's climate system.

Mar 18 • 10:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A study reveals: how much chicken Argentines eat and its health impact

A recent study indicates that Argentines consume an average of 49.4 kilograms of chicken per person annually, highlighting its health benefits and prevalence in diets.

Mar 17 • 11:17 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Researchers from Amapá identify microplastics in fish from Tumucumaque Park

A study by researchers from the Federal University of Amapá discovered microplastics in fish from the Tumucumaque National Park in Brazil.

Mar 16 • 19:58 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Toxic Leachate from Foam Plastic Kills Water Beetles

A study reveals that leachates from common foam plastic items are highly toxic to water beetles and other aquatic organisms, raising concerns about environmental safety.

Mar 16 • 11:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Award-winning research in Europe warns of an 'invisible cycle' of microplastics in the lungs and rivers of Western São Paulo: 'Difficult to filter,' says researcher

A recent study from the University of Western São Paulo reveals the concerning presence of microplastics in the environment and their potential health impacts, presented at a major respiratory congress in Europe.

Mar 16 • 10:12 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Pesticide Review of Food: “Cocktail of Substances”

A new study by the Swedish Society for Nature Conservation reveals that a majority of conventionally grown foods contain pesticide residues, including substances harmful to bees and suspected carcinogens.

Mar 16 • 06:53 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

One in five NSW waterways has severe microplastic contamination, study finds

A study reveals that all sampled waterways in New South Wales, Australia, are contaminated with microplastics, with significant levels found in nearly one-fifth of them.

Mar 16 • 05:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

The sky is black, toxic air in the lungs! The devastation of war will not stop in a day or a month

A new study reveals that the Israel-Gaza conflict has emitted approximately 33.2 million metric tons of greenhouse gases, highlighting the severe environmental impact of war.

Mar 13 • 06:48 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The salt consumed by Guayaquil residents contains microplastics: study reveals contamination of commercial products

A study has found that table salt consumed in Guayaquil contains microplastics, posing a potential health risk to residents.

Mar 11 • 20:39 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

It is climate change, not arsonists: today there are almost 12 more days a year of extreme fire weather risk

A new study reveals that climate change is significantly increasing the number of days with extreme fire weather risk in Spain, contrary to claims attributing forest fires solely to arsonists.

Mar 11 • 18:03 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Up to 75% of animal species affected by heat waves, study points out

A study reveals that significant heat waves, such as the one experienced in North America in 2021, have severely impacted up to 75% of animal species.

Mar 11 • 16:08 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

She moved to New York, faced the pace and emotional burden of the city, and fulfilled her dream: 'It is also possible in Argentina'

Clarita De Gennaro moved to New York to study acting and ended up creating her own theater company, finding inspiration and opportunity in the city's hectic environment.

Mar 11 • 13:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Deforestation of green area included by Ibaneis in aid to BRB could release 104,500 tons of carbon dioxide into the air, study points out

A study reveals that potential urbanization of a green area in the Federal District could release over 104,500 tons of CO2 due to native vegetation decomposition.

Mar 11 • 11:05 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
World

"Blind Spot" Forces 132 Million to Flee

A new study highlights a transdisciplinary "blind spot" that could displace millions, with sea levels raising by up to 150 centimeters.

Mar 11 • 06:40 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

RESEARCH: Cinema and restaurants remain among people's preferred leisure activities

A recent Norstat study reveals that despite the fluctuating economic environment, people have not abandoned culture and entertainment, with cinema and restaurant visits still being among the most popular leisure activities.

Mar 10 • 16:15 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

RESEARCH ⟩ Two widely used chemicals accelerate aging in men

A new study reveals that commonly found industrial chemicals can significantly accelerate biological aging in middle-aged men.

Mar 10 • 14:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

The Latest Study from the Hearing Association: Noise in Schools is a Constant Problem for Teachers

A new study highlights that noise in schools significantly impairs teachers' abilities to educate and undermines their wellbeing.

Mar 10 • 06:08 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

The Earth's Climate is Preparing for a Dangerous New Era

A new study suggests that the rate of global warming is accelerating, indicating a transition to a more critical climate situation.

Mar 10 • 04:17 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Traps for animals: scientists study how fibre optics affect the environment

Ukrainian researchers are investigating the environmental impact of fibre-optic debris left by drones, which poses risks to wildlife by creating entanglement hazards in fields.

Mar 9 • 10:13 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Researchers found a big climate effect of little meat insight: - Most people do not understand how easy it is

A new study reveals that not just the quantity, but also the type of meat consumed plays a significant role in climate impact, with greater knowledge about meat choices enabling substantial climate benefits.

Mar 9 • 04:47 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Scientists to Al Jazeera Net: The world will face disaster if spiders disappear

A recent study highlights the critical role of spiders and insects in ecosystems, warning of dire consequences if their populations continue to decline.

Mar 8 • 09:05 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Environmental factors increase the incidence of chronic diseases and deaths

Up to 90% of chronic diseases are linked to hazardous environmental factors, with climate change expected to cause an additional 250,000 deaths annually in Greece according to a new study.

Mar 6 • 12:46 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Study Questions Sea Level Rise Projections; Threat May Be Greater Than Expected

A new study casts doubt on existing calculations of sea level rise, suggesting potential threats could be more severe than previously anticipated.

Mar 6 • 11:36 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Neither cloudburst nor glacial lake... The true cause of the Dharali accident has now been revealed

A recent scientific study has determined that the devastating flood in Dharali village, Uttarkashi, was caused by a large ice block falling from the Shrikanta glacier, rather than a cloudburst or glacial lake outburst.

Mar 6 • 06:54 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

200-megawatt photovoltaic plant in Santa Elena gets the green light for construction

The environmental impact study and management plan for a 200 MW photovoltaic plant in Santa Elena, Ecuador, has been approved by the Ministry of Environment and Energy.

Mar 5 • 19:50 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

A New Study Reveals an Increase in CO₂ in Human Blood, Suggesting a Potentially Toxic Atmosphere in 50 Years

A study indicates a significant rise in CO₂ levels in human blood, raising concerns about future atmospheric toxicity.

Mar 5 • 19:13 UTC
🇧🇷 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 • 16:58 UTC
🌍 Africanews
World

The sea is higher than we think: Millions more at risk of rising sea levels, researchers say

A new study reveals that millions more people may be at risk from rising sea levels due to underestimations of baseline coastal water heights by researchers and planners.

Mar 5 • 14:30 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Bad news for Florida: the multiplication of sargassum could cost the state trillions of dollars, according to a new study

A new study reveals that the increasing presence of sargassum in Florida could result in trillions of dollars in economic losses annually due to its impact on tourism and local businesses.

Mar 5 • 09:02 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Unexpected increase in sea level beyond predictions shows new research

A new study reveals that sea levels in coastal areas are up to two meters higher than previously believed, raising serious concerns for millions living in vulnerable communities.

Mar 5 • 08:55 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Climate Change: Sea Level Rise Greater than Previously Estimated – Threat to Millions of People

A new study reveals that millions more people may be at risk from rising sea levels due to systematic underestimation by scientists and governments.

Mar 5 • 04:46 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Aging process could accelerate due to 'forever chemicals' exposure, study finds

A new study suggests that exposure to 'forever chemicals' may be linked to accelerated biological aging in middle-aged men.

Mar 4 • 12:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Plug-in Hybrid Under Fire: Unplugged

A new study has cast doubt on the efficiency of plug-in hybrids, claiming they consume more fuel than previously reported, sparking controversy in Germany and China.

Mar 4 • 09:28 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Ferries emit ‘more sulphur pollution than cars’ in several EU capitals

A study reveals that ferries in several EU capitals release more sulphur pollution than cars, highlighting a significant environmental issue from maritime transportation.

Mar 2 • 23:01 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Scientists make startling discovery when examining prostate cancer tissue

A recent study discovered plastic fragments in prostate cancer tissue, raising concerns about the potential impact of microplastics on human health.

Mar 1 • 14:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
World

What will be the future of Antarctica?: This is what it could represent for humanity

A study predicts critical decisions regarding Antarctica's climate will define its future ecosystem and impact humanity by 2100.

Feb 28 • 11:00 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Do ‘forever chemicals’ age men faster? Experts urge caution on new study

A new study suggests that PFAS, or ‘forever chemicals,’ may speed up aging in men, but experts warn against drawing definitive conclusions.

Feb 27 • 20:23 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Winter getting shorter in 80% of major US cities, new data shows

A new study reveals that winter is becoming shorter in 80% of major U.S. cities, contrasting with the current severe winter conditions experienced.

Feb 27 • 19:18 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

A Surprising Factor More Important Than Winter Supplementary Feeding for Birds

A study shows that while winter supplementary feeding aids in bird survival and reproduction, environmental conditions and traditional lifestyles have a more significant impact on bird populations.

Feb 26 • 13:21 UTC

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