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Dark side of bright nights taking toll on forgotten invertebrates

From bats to moths, species working the night shift are suffering as light pollution soars

The Guardian - UK

River Wandle oil spill has 'undone decades of work' to return wildlife to London river, MP warns

Over 4,000 litres of oil spilled into the River Wandle on Tuesday with MP describing it as ‘environmental disaster’

Evening Standard

Air pollution may be higher inside your home than outdoors

This highlights the importance of monitoring indoor air quality at a household-specific level. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Akhilesh Yadav on Mahakumbh faecal contamination: 'People are raising questions'

SP Supremo alleged that after the assembly address of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister, the 'janta' asked if this was 'contempt' of a report of a government authority. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Anti-ageing influencer Bryan Johnson says Baba Ramdev blocked him on X for THIS reason

Days after American entrepreneur, venture capitalist and anti-aging influencer Bryan Johnson walked out of an interview in India due to poor air quality, the millionaire took to X to share that Baba Ramdev has blocked him on social media because of his comment on air pollution.

The Times of India

High levels of faecal bacteria found in river Ganges as millions take Kumbh dip

Pollution concerns rise as millions take ritual dips in the Ganges

The Independent UK

Mahakumbh waters unsafe for bathing: A report finds faecal bacteria 13 times over safe limit

A Central Pollution Control Board report filed in the National Green Tribunal reveals that at several ghats in Prayagraj, where crores of devotees are attending the Mahakumbh, the water is unfit for bathing. In some locations, faecal coliform levels – indicating human and animal waste – were 13 times the…

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Air pollution may be higher inside your home than outdoors

A new study reveals that people may be exposed to unhealthy levels of airborne pollutants inside their homes, even if the outdoor air quality is good. Read further on Dynamite News:

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River water Quality shows Improvement, but fecal contamination remains a concern: CPCB Report

In a recent report, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) informed the National Green Tribunal (NGT) about the water quality of rivers with respect to Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD). Read further on Dynamite News:

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Faecal bacteria in Ganga at Prayagraj: Here's how it can impact human health

The Ganga River holds immense religious importance, attracting millions of devotees who take a holy dip in its waters, especially in the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela. Recent reports from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) have raised alarming concerns about the presence of faecal coliform bacteria in the river at…

The Times of India

Sunscreen’s impact on marine life needs urgent investigation, study finds

The chemical compounds that block UV rays may lead to bleaching of coral and a decrease in fish fertility

The Guardian - UK

‘It is going to be terrible’: a senior in Louisiana’s ‘Cancer Alley’ prepares for Trump’s dismantling of hard-won environmental progress

Robert Taylor recently lost his wife to a long-term illness he linked to chemicals produced by a nearby plant, and now the Trump administration is preparing to scrap pollution reforms in the area

The Guardian - US

Sydney’s archaic sewerage system a ‘significant’ source of microplastic pollution into the sea

Malabar wastewater plant discharges 5.4bn to 120bn microplastic particles each day, CSIRO report says, prompting calls for more advanced treatment processes

The Guardian - AU

Scientists reveal surprising factor that may prolong pregnancy

New research suggests that people who are exposed to higher levels of air pollution and extreme temperatures during pregnancy have longer pregnancies than people who are not exposed to these conditions.

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The Independent UK

Cambridge scientists turn pollution into fuel in climate breakthrough

Solar-powered reactor takes inspiration from photosynthesis to turn CO2 into car fuel

Capital & Main

New Mexico Fights Over Oil and Gas Enforcement Funding

Powerful senator threatens Environment Department with funding cuts, its secretary with investigation.

The Conversation

Car brake dust can be more harmful than diesel exhaust – new study

Exposure to air pollution is associated with around seven million premature deaths per year across the world. When we think of urban air pollution, diesel exhaust emissions are often portrayed as a key culprit – rightly so, given previous research findings. However, our latest research shows that dust from brake…

The Guardian - UK

Brake pad dust can be more toxic than exhaust emissions, study says

Research shows move to electric vehicles may not be enough to enable pollution from cars to be eradicated

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London High court probes Shell over Niger Delta pollution claims

The High Court in London commenced a hearing to address allegations that the oil company Shell has polluted vast areas of the Niger Delta in Nigeria, particularly in regions traditionally claimed by the Ogoni people.

The Guardian - US

US wildfire suppressants rife with toxic heavy metals, study finds

Suppressants a ‘major’ source of toxic pollution that causes heavy-metal levels to spike in the environment

The Independent UK

Trump sucks the air out of paper straws with new ban. How the environmentally-friendly device has drawn so much ire

Eco-friendly straw options may coming with surprisingly scary health effects

The Independent UK

Nearly everyone in the world breathes bad air. This is what you can do to lower your risk

Most of the world's population is exposed to polluted air and or those living in cities with chronically bad air, the smog might feel inescapable

The Independent UK

The plastic straw has come to symbolize a global pollution crisis. Trump wants them to stay

Straws might seem insignificant, but the plastic straw has come to symbolize a global pollution crisis over the past decade

The Conversation

Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?

Lung cancer cases are increasing in people who have never smoked, especially in women, a new study by the World Health Organization’s cancer agency has found.

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The Future of Sustainable Packaging: Why Compostable Packaging is the Answer

In an era where sustainability is at the forefront of consumer consciousness, the packaging industry faces increasing pressure to reduce its environmental impact. Conventional plastic packaging, with its long decomposition timeline and contribution to global pollution, is no longer a viable option

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