Health September 30 Doctors say eating specific type of food may offset lung damage from air pollution A new study from the University of Leicester finds that high fruit intake reduces air pollution's harmful effects on the lungs, particularly in women who eat four portions daily.
Tech September 14 Scientists extract silver from e-waste using cooking oil New research shows how fatty acids in cooking oil can safely dissolve and recover silver from circuit boards without harmful chemicals or environmental damage.
Health July 22 Higher cancer rates linked to WWII radioactive waste in Midwestern creek Radioactive contamination from Coldwater Creek in Missouri linked to higher cancer rates, a Harvard study finds, as Congress expands the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act.
Travel July 11 Once-polluted Paris river reopens for public swimming after Olympics rush to clean it up Paris has reopened public swimming in the Seine River for the summer, allowing visitors to enjoy the waterway that was cleaned up for the 2024 Olympics.
Opinion July 5 How sensationalized headlines about 'brain plastic' are undermining trust in safe, sustainable materials Microplastics research faces standardization challenges as viral headlines about "plastic in your brain" overshadow scientific nuance, while FDA finds no evidence of health risks.
US Navy July 2 Honolulu water board sues Navy for $1.2B over fuel leak that contaminated drinking water Honolulu water utility files lawsuit against Navy seeking $1.2 billion after petroleum contamination of Oʻahu's drinking water, calling litigation "last resort" after failed talks.
Health July 1 Gut microbes could be key to fighting toxic, long-lasting 'forever chemicals,' research says Research shows gut microbiome could help eliminate persistent PFAS that linger in bodies for years, as scientists work to develop protective probiotics.
Health June 30 Living near a golf course is linked to Parkinson’s risk in new study as some cite limitations A study links living near golf courses to higher Parkinson's risk, with strongest association found in those one to three miles from courses and vulnerable groundwater. Others cite limitations.
Children's Health June 26 Parental rights watchdog exposes left-wing climate group's strategy to recruit kids for environmental activism American Parents Coalition warns that climate advocacy group Our Children's Trust is manipulating children through lawsuits and curriculum materials to advance their climate agenda.
Pollution June 19 Trump administration launches $10M health study for East Palestine residents after toxic spill The Trump administration commits $10 million to research health effects from toxic chemicals in the East Palestine train derailment in Ohio in 2023.
Food Studies June 2 Toxic heavy metals detected in popular rice brands across America, study shows A new report reveals toxic metals such as arsenic and cadmium were found in rice sold in the U.S., posing health risks such as cancer and developmental harm, especially for infants.