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#methylsiloxane
OMG science
fromMail Online
12 hours ago

The mysterious pollutant that's found almost EVERYWHERE

Methylsiloxane, a widespread pollutant, is found in high concentrations across various environments, raising concerns about its unknown health impacts.
OMG science
fromMail Online
12 hours ago

The mysterious pollutant that's found almost EVERYWHERE

Methylsiloxane, a widespread pollutant, is found in high concentrations across various environments, raising concerns about its unknown health impacts.
OMG science
fromMail Online
12 hours ago

The mysterious pollutant that's found almost EVERYWHERE

Methylsiloxane, a widespread pollutant, is found in high concentrations across various environments, raising concerns about its unknown health impacts.
OMG science
fromMail Online
12 hours ago

The mysterious pollutant that's found almost EVERYWHERE

Methylsiloxane, a widespread pollutant, is found in high concentrations across various environments, raising concerns about its unknown health impacts.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
12 hours ago

Cocaine pollution in rivers and lakes may disrupt behaviour of salmon, study finds

Cocaine pollution in water affects salmon behavior, potentially impacting their survival and energy expenditure.
fromThe Mercury News
3 days ago

Dungeness crab: Bay Area's season will close April 30 - then reopen for whale-safe fishing

"Extending the spring crab season with pop-up gear helps support an economically vital fishery while preventing whale entanglements. It's a true 'win-win' for fisheries and wildlife."
California
East Bay food
fromTasting Table
17 hours ago

Kirkland Signature's Canned Tuna Is Actually Produced By This Major Fish Brand - Tasting Table

Kirkland Signature tuna, produced by Bumble Bee, offers good quality and value, praised by customers for its texture and size.
#food-additives
Everyday cooking
fromMail Online
13 hours ago

Disgusting ingredients hidden in favourite foods - including MAGGOTS

Highly processed foods may contain unsettling additives like L-cysteine from feathers and hog's hair, raising health concerns despite being deemed safe individually.
Everyday cooking
fromMail Online
13 hours ago

Disgusting ingredients hidden in favourite foods - including MAGGOTS

Highly processed foods may contain unsettling additives like wood, maggots, and L-cysteine from feathers and hog's hair, raising health concerns.
SF food
fromTasting Table
9 hours ago

Here's How Long It Takes A Filet-O-Fish To Get From The Fryer To Your Bag - Tasting Table

Fast food prioritizes convenience and speed over food quality, with the Filet-O-Fish taking about six minutes to prepare.
World politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

Photos: How overfishing in Southeast Asia is an ecological and human crisis

Southeast Asia's fishing industry faces severe depletion due to illegal practices, human rights violations, and weak regulations, impacting global seafood supply.
#seafood
fromTasting Table
1 month ago
SF food

Why You Might Want To Rethink Buying Seafood At The Counter - Tasting Table

Buying frozen seafood can be more economical and safer than fresh, as much fresh seafood is previously frozen and thawed before display.
fromTasting Table
1 month ago
Food & drink

Why 'Market Price' Is A Big Red Flag At Seafood Restaurants - Tasting Table

Market-price menu listings for seafood reflect seasonal supply and cost volatility but can enable restaurants to overcharge and require consumer caution.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
3 days ago

10 Signs You're Eating At A Quality Seafood Restaurant - Tasting Table

Quality seafood restaurants exhibit attention to detail, a concise menu, and knowledgeable staff, ensuring fresh and well-prepared dishes.
SF food
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

The seafood industry bets Americans will eat more fish if it looks more like meat

The seafood industry is transforming fish products to resemble popular meat dishes to appeal to American consumers.
SF food
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

Why You Might Want To Rethink Buying Seafood At The Counter - Tasting Table

Buying frozen seafood can be more economical and safer than fresh, as much fresh seafood is previously frozen and thawed before display.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Stranded and dying, the German whale is a parable of our troubled relationship with these sea giants

A humpback whale in the Baltic Sea is suffering due to entanglement and human impact on its environment.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

MSC's blue tick' scheme creates illusion of ethically sourced fish, study claims

The MSC's sustainability certification is questioned due to reported widespread labor abuses on approved fishing vessels.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Air pollution making people in UK get long-term illnesses earlier, study finds

Air pollution in the UK is causing earlier onset of long-term illnesses, with some conditions appearing over two years earlier than they would otherwise.
Cooking
fromTasting Table
4 days ago

The Best Type Of Fish To Use For Restaurant-Worthy Fried Fish Sandwiches At Home - Tasting Table

Cod is the ideal fish for fried sandwiches due to its firm texture and mild flavor.
OMG science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
11 hours ago

Here's what happens when you give salmon cocaine

Cocaine and its metabolites significantly increase swimming distance in wild Atlantic salmon, highlighting environmental impacts of pharmaceuticals on aquatic life.
Alternative medicine
fromMail Online
1 week ago

Scientists call for BAN on boiling lobsters alive - they can feel pain

Boiling lobsters alive causes extreme pain and should be banned under UK law according to new scientific evidence.
#california
Portland food
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Commercial salmon fishing set to resume along California coast after 3-year shutdown

Commercial fishing for salmon in California will resume this year after a three-year shutdown due to a population decline.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Commercial salmon fishing to open in CA for 1st time since 2022 as population rebounds

California opens commercial salmon fishing for the first time since 2022 due to population recovery after wet winters.
Portland food
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Commercial salmon fishing set to resume along California coast after 3-year shutdown

Commercial fishing for salmon in California will resume this year after a three-year shutdown due to a population decline.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Commercial salmon fishing to open in CA for 1st time since 2022 as population rebounds

California opens commercial salmon fishing for the first time since 2022 due to population recovery after wet winters.
#cod
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Fish and chip lovers told to completely avoid eating UK cod amid population crisis

UK-caught cod populations are declining, prompting conservationists to recommend alternatives like European hake or haddock.
fromMail Online
1 week ago
Environment

Scientists call for Brits to ditch COD as stocks plummet

Cod and chips may soon be unavailable due to declining cod stocks and sustainability concerns.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Fish and chip lovers told to completely avoid eating UK cod amid population crisis

UK-caught cod populations are declining, prompting conservationists to recommend alternatives like European hake or haddock.
Environment
fromMail Online
1 week ago

Scientists call for Brits to ditch COD as stocks plummet

Cod and chips may soon be unavailable due to declining cod stocks and sustainability concerns.
fromTasting Table
3 days ago

The Giant Company Behind McDonald's Fish (Supplying 15 Million Pounds Per Year) - Tasting Table

Keystone Foods oversees the sourcing of 150 million pounds of beef and 300 million pounds of chicken for McDonald's restaurants, in addition to the fish for the Filet-O-Fish.
SF food
fromEarth911
4 days ago

How To Grow Vegetables With Aquaponics

Aquaponics systems utilize one gallon of water to produce a kilogram of leafy greens, compared to over 30 gallons in traditional farming, showcasing remarkable efficiency.
Environment
Public health
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago

Middle East conflict causes a fluoride shortage for US drinking water

Baltimore reduced fluoride levels in drinking water due to supply chain disruptions caused by the Middle East conflict.
NYC food
fromTime Out New York
2 weeks ago

You can now eat fish from the Hudson River. No, we are not kidding.

New York State now allows limited fish consumption from the Lower Hudson River due to reduced PCB levels.
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Norovirus fears prompt FDA warning to restaurants and retailers: Stop selling this recalled shellfish

The recalled shellfish was harvested on March 22 through April 9, according to a safety alert from the FDA. The alert follows an April 10 recall conducted by the Washington State Department of Health, cautioning the FDA about all species of shellstock from the company, Gomez Shellfish, due to norovirus-like illnesses that were associated with the consumption of raw oysters.
SF food
Upper West Side
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

NY is relaxing restrictions on eating Hudson River fish - but maybe go easy for now

Fish consumption advisories for the lower Hudson River have been updated, allowing limited consumption for sensitive groups, but caution remains essential.
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Mediterranean sharks are vanishing in a legal void

Longnose spurdog sharks, locally known as kalb al-bahr, are sold on Libyan fish markets. Fishermen catch them even though they are carrying eggs, driven by economic necessity.
World news
SF food
fromTasting Table
5 days ago

The Popular Grocery Store Known For Its Top-Tier Fresh Fish Selection - Tasting Table

Wegmans is renowned for its high-quality, ethically sourced fresh seafood, offering a wide variety of fish and shellfish.
OMG science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
6 days ago

The baffling ecological disaster that's killing America's freshwater mussels

Freshwater mussels use clever strategies to ensure their larvae are spread by fish, showcasing their unique reproductive adaptations.
fromArs Technica
3 weeks ago

How new fishing tech can reduce bycatch of turtles and other creatures

"There are not very many conservation issues that I'm aware of where industry and conservationists and consumers and the fishermen and the resource users all want the same thing. Every stakeholder wants less bycatch."
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Something out of the ordinary': why are Japan's oysters dying en masse?

Nobuyuki Miyaoka, attending the festival, notes that the local oysters used to be a lot bigger, expressing concern over their current small size and scarcity.
Portland food
SF food
fromTasting Table
1 week ago

The Target Shrimp With A 'Strange Taste' You Should Avoid Completely - Tasting Table

Frozen shrimp can be convenient, but not all brands are of good quality, particularly Target's Good & Gather Wild Caught Jumbo Raw Shrimp.
OMG science
fromNature
1 week ago

The air is full of DNA - here's what scientists are using it for

Airborne DNA is a new frontier for studying ecosystems, monitoring species, and assessing conservation efforts.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

EPA moves to designate microplastics and pharmaceuticals as contaminants in drinking water

EPA proposes to include microplastics and pharmaceuticals in drinking water contaminants list, responding to public health concerns.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Sewage spilled into English rivers, seas and lakes once every two minutes in 2025

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
#microplastics
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago
OMG science

You Know How Scientists Keep Finding Microplastics Literally Everywhere? Well, You'd Never Guess What Their Lab Gloves Are Coated in Straight Out of the Packaging

Public health
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

EPA flags microplastics, pharmaceuticals as chemicals of concern in drinking water

The Trump administration has included microplastics and pharmaceuticals in a draft list of drinking water contaminants for the first time.
OMG science
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

You Know How Scientists Keep Finding Microplastics Literally Everywhere? Well, You'd Never Guess What Their Lab Gloves Are Coated in Straight Out of the Packaging

Skepticism grows in the scientific community regarding microplastics research due to potential methodological errors and contamination issues.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

A national scandal': trawlers scour seabeds of supposedly protected UK waters

Marine protected areas in England are ineffective as industrial trawlers continue to overfish and damage ecosystems despite their designated protection.
SF food
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

One of the most infamous seafood promotions in history could be making a comeback. But there's a catch

Red Lobster is considering bringing back the endless shrimp promotion as a limited-time offering after its previous financial impact.
Public health
fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

Health warning issued for thousands as toxins flood multiple US states

Over half a million Americans are advised to stay indoors due to hazardous air quality caused by toxic fine particulate matter.
SF food
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

I ate lab-grown salmon. It was nothing like I expected

Lab-grown fish offers a sustainable alternative to traditional fishing, addressing concerns about animal harm and environmental impact.
#deep-sea-mining
OMG science
fromFuturism
3 weeks ago

Sharks Showing Unusually High Levels of Cocaine

Sharks in the Bahamas are testing positive for various drugs, highlighting urgent marine pollution issues.
Environment
fromThe Nation
3 weeks ago

Are Plastics Poisoning Us?

Plastics significantly impact human health and marine ecosystems, with a documentary highlighting their effects on fertility and the myth of recycling.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Maine's catch of lobster declines again as high costs and climate change impact industry

The haul of lobsters, Maine's best known export and a key piece of the state's identity and culture, has declined every year since 2021, and some scientists have cited as a reason warming oceans that spur migration to Canadian waters.
Miscellaneous
SF food
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 weeks ago

"Forever chemicals" and pesticides are on produce. Can you wash them off?

Blueberries and other produce often contain pesticide residues, with potential health risks from long-term exposure to these chemicals.
SF food
fromTasting Table
3 weeks ago

The Target Brand Tuna You Should Always Avoid Buying - Tasting Table

Good & Gather Wild Caught Yellowfin Tuna from Target is recommended to skip due to quality and freshness issues.
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Fishing crews in the Atlantic keep accidentally dredging up chemical weapons

Recovered CWMs continue to pose worker and food safety risks. Because of ocean drift, storms, and offshore industries, sea-disposed CWMs locations are largely unknown and potentially far from their originally documented dump site. The three incidents exposed at least six crew members to mustard agent, which causes blistering chemical burns on skin and mucous membranes.
Miami Marlins
Dining
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

The Shellfish Red Flag We Just Can't Ignore At Seafood Restaurants - Tasting Table

Raw shellfish must be kept on ice at all times in restaurants, as bacteria grows rapidly above 40°F, making proper temperature control essential for food safety.
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

Don't Put This Type Of Seafood Down Your Sink Drain - Tasting Table

Garbage disposals cannot process shellfish shells because their chitin composition is too hard for the machine's blending mechanism to break down.
Agriculture
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

More than 35m unexpected salmon deaths at Scottish farms sparks outcry

Scottish salmon farms reported over 35 million unexpected deaths in under three years amid minimal unannounced inspections and limited enforcement.
Startup companies
fromFast Company
2 months ago

This 'chemical sponge' sucks up the valuable minerals in polluted water

A supramolecular receptor-based, 3D-printed cartridge system selectively and cleanly extracts critical minerals from waste and wastewater with low energy and no toxic chemicals.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

10 Cheap Canned Seafood Products You Should Avoid Buying At All Costs - Tasting Table

Canned fish popularity is rising rapidly, but cheap options often have poor taste, texture, and sustainability concerns, making some products best avoided.
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

The Type Of Fish To Skip When Frying - Tasting Table

"Never fry super-delicate fish, as they fall apart," recommends Chef Becker. This means you should steer clear of frying fish like tilapia, branzino, sole, and flounder. When flipping them over, these fragile fish can easily break apart and overcook faster than you think. You'll either end up with breading that isn't crisp enough or an overly dry interior. Either way, it won't be an enjoyable meal.
Cooking
Agriculture
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Octopus Prime: Inside a Growing and Controversial Farming Effort

Octopuses possess intelligence and emotional capacity, raising ethical questions about the feasibility and morality of commercial farming despite emerging technological advances.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

It's betrayal': Shetland's scallop fishers brace for arrival of UK's largest salmon farm

Approval of the UK's largest planned salmon farm in Shetland intensifies conflict between local scallop fishers and fish-farm operators over ecological and economic strain.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

Why It's A Major Red Flag If A Seafood Restaurant Doesn't Have Seasonal Offerings - Tasting Table

Seasonal seafood ensures better freshness, sustainability, and value; lack of seasonal offerings at restaurants is a major red flag.
SF food
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

8 Seafood Chains With The Worst Quality Fish, According To Reviews - Tasting Table

Chain restaurants serve low-quality seafood that falls below acceptable standards, with Long John Silver's exemplifying poor fish preparation through excessive battering and unappetizing presentation.
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

The Cheap Chicken Of The Sea Seafood Product You Should Avoid Completely - Tasting Table

Research has shown that canned fish like sardines have plenty of health benefits, and they can also be quite versatile and tasty. Chicken of the Sea offers a variety of sardines packed in olive oil, Louisiana hot sauce, mustard sauce, lemon, and tons of other flavors. It sounds like a delicious variety to choose from no matter what you're craving, but reviewers don't always agree.
Food & drink
Environment
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Efforts Grow to Ban Octopus Farming

Mexico's Ecologist Green Party proposed legislation to ban octopus factory farming, citing the animals' tool-use capabilities, potential consciousness, and high mortality rates in captivity.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Tasmanian salmon farms blocked from using antibiotic florfenicol after detection in wild fish 10km away

Australia's veterinary medicines regulator suspended florfenicol use in Tasmanian salmon farms due to unacceptable risks to other marine species, after the antibiotic was detected in wild fish up to 10km from fish pens.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

Where Is Aldi's Seafood Sourced From? - Tasting Table

Aldi sources seafood from 136 fisheries (79 certified), partners with sustainability organizations, uses private-label production to cut costs, and provides sourcing details on packaging.
SF food
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Shellfish sold to California restaurants recalled for possible norovirus contamination

Raw oysters and clams harvested from Drayton Harbor, Washington were recalled due to norovirus contamination, affecting nine states across restaurants and retailers.
Food & drink
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Recalled canned tuna mistakenly shipped to nine states, including California

Genova yellowfin tuna cans recalled for potential botulism contamination were mistakenly shipped to stores in nine states; consumers should discard them.
Environment
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

You Might Want To Think Twice Before Ordering Eel At A Seafood Restaurant Again - Tasting Table

Eel consumption contributes to severe overfishing and environmentally harmful aquaculture, making eel a poor sustainable seafood choice.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Is tyre pollution causing mass deaths in vulnerable salmon populations?

A tyre antioxidant transformation product, 6PPD-quinone, leaches from tyres into waterways and kills coho salmon, prompting litigation against US tyre companies.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Mercury pollution and human health

Coal-fired power plants are a leading source of mercury pollution that persists in the environment and disproportionately harms nearby, often marginalized communities and children.
Environment
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Tracking fisherman to track fish: The new technological approach to better understand ocean life

Global Fishing Watch uses AIS transponder data and artificial intelligence to track fishing vessels worldwide, providing unprecedented visibility into global fishing fleet movements and activities.
Environment
fromEarth911
2 months ago

The State of Ocean Plastic Pollution In 2026

Massive, accelerating plastic pollution pours millions of tons into oceans annually, contaminating all marine ecosystems and worsening without stronger policy intervention.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

China's Yangtze River shows signs of remarkable recovery after fishing ban

One veteran biologist said it was the most positive freshwater conservation story he had seen anywhere in the world in 20 years. It is really fantastic news. It is one of the first times that we can say that government measures have not just worked, but have really improved things, said Sebastien Brosse, of the University of Toulouse in France.
Environment
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