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London politics
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Call for seaweed on Louth coastline to be tested to ensure it is not 'toxic'

Seaweed washed up on Louth beaches should be tested for toxicity, especially if it emits sulphur when it rots.
France news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

I couldn't breathe': the sinister spread of France's killer seaweed

Blooms of putrefying seaweed on Brittany’s coast can release hydrogen sulphide and create hazardous conditions that may contribute to deaths.
Environment
fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

Alarming map reveals 20 million Americans living near toxic sites

Over 20 million Americans live near toxic Superfund sites linked to serious health risks.
Public health
fromTruthout
1 month ago

War Pollutants May Be Poisoning a Generation of Mothers and Their Babies in Gaza

The war in Gaza has led to a silent health crisis affecting pregnant women and children, marked by increased miscarriages and congenital disabilities.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

How the Ministry of Justice knowingly exposed hundreds to cancer-causing gas

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, ensuring access to quality reporting without paywalls.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Amid Iran war, civilians trapped between bombs and regime

US-Israeli military strikes on Iran have caused communications blackouts, civilian displacement, environmental hazards from destroyed oil infrastructure, and deaths in densely populated areas with inadequate civilian protection measures.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Iran war: Civilians trapped between bombs and the regime

US-Israeli military strikes on Iran have caused communications blackouts, civilian displacement, environmental hazards including chemically contaminated rain, and deaths among Tehran's 10 million residents with limited protective infrastructure.
from24/7 Wall St.
5 months ago

These Are the Top Uranium-Producing Countries in the World

Uranium is a weakly radioactive metal that is found in many parts of the world in low concentrations. It emits alpha, beta, and gamma particles that can be cancer-causing if exposure is intense and long-lasting enough. At weaker concentrations, it is used for nuclear medicine and other research purposes. The half-life of uranium is extremely long, ranging from 159,200 to 4.5 billion years, depending on the isotope. This makes it useful for dating the age of geologic strata and estimating the age of the Earth.
Science
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California
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
7 months ago

Demolition of old juvenile hall is symbolic to Contra Costa County administrators seeking new path for juvenile justice

Contra Costa County plans to demolish its decades-old juvenile hall to signal a shift toward rehabilitative, age-appropriate, program-focused juvenile services.
London politics
fromianVisits
8 months ago

The London Buzz - 11th September 2025

Multiple London local disputes, developments, crimes, and environmental issues are affecting councils, residents, businesses, and public spaces across the city.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
9 months ago

A new guide in Brooklyn for measuring access to opportunity. How does your area stack up?

Brooklyn neighborhoods show stark disparities in commute times, health, safety, housing, economic opportunity, and environmental exposures resulting in wide outcome gaps.
Public health
fromBoston.com
9 months ago

More toxic algae found, this time in Brookline and Plymouth

Toxic blue-green algae blooms pose health risks to people and pets, prompting officials to advise avoiding affected waters.
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