Scientists Discover Thousands of Tons of Undeclared Uranium Hidden in DRC Cobalt Supply Chain
A new study has found that large amounts of uranium have been leaving the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) for more than 20...
Air Pollution May Help Bladder Cancer Spread
Most people think of dirty air as something that mainly harms the lungs. Doctors have warned for years that breathing polluted air raises the...
New Recyclable Stretchy Yarn Could Help Keep Millions Of Tons Of Clothing Out Of...
Every year, millions of tons of old clothing end up in landfills because most textiles are difficult or impossible to recycle.
While plastic bottles and...
Could Purple Corn Replace Artificial Food Dyes?
A special type of purple corn may soon help replace artificial food dyes in many foods and drinks, according to new research from the...
How School Air Pollution Could Affect Children’s Health for Years to Come
When parents think about air pollution, they often worry about asthma or coughing.
However, a large European study suggests that dirty air may also quietly...
Why handheld fans are not cool for the planet
Portable handheld fans are now often stacked beside chewing gum and vapes at supermarket checkouts and discount stores, available for less than £10.
Once mainly...
Hidden underground clues could help predict dangerous wildfires before they start
When people think about wildfire danger, they usually focus on hot weather, dry air, and strong winds.
But researchers believe another important warning sign may...
Doctors Warn That Smoke and Heat Together Can Be Deadly for the Heart
Doctors are warning that two environmental hazards are becoming a dangerous combination for heart health.
Wildfire smoke drifting across large areas and record-breaking summer heat...
New sponge-like material can pull up to 1.8 liters of drinking water a day...
Scientists have developed a new material that can capture water directly from the air, offering a promising way to provide drinking water in some...
Protecting Your Heart Now Also Means Protecting Yourself from the Environment
Heart health is influenced by much more than cholesterol and blood pressure.
According to experts from Vanderbilt University Medical Center, everyday environmental conditions such as...