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In 1992, a tanker crash in Australia's Blue Mountains was doused with PFAS foam; 33 years on, tap water tested 300 times above the safe limitA 1992 petrol tanker crash in Australia's Blue Mountains caused PFAS contamination. Firefighters used foam containing these chemicals. Deca...- Cheap 'RO' with no electricity: How twin sisters created Rs 100 water filter using bhindi, methi & chawal to remove 'forever chemicals' and microplasticsTwin sisters Naina and Nayantara Singh have developed Aqua Sattva, an award-winning, low-cost, plant-based water filtration system. This in...
- Australia sues consumer goods giant 3M over 'forever chemicals'Australia is suing US company 3M for AU$2 billion. The lawsuit concerns contamination from firefighting foam containing 'forever chemicals'...
- In the 1950s, one stubborn chemical spill at a 3M lab sparked the idea behind ScotchgardAn accidental lab spill in the 1950s led to the creation of Scotchgard, a revolutionary stain-repellent fabric protector. Developed by 3M a...
- Ratnagiri plant has machinery of 'tainted' Italian firm, emitting hazardous chemicals: Rohit PawarState industries minister Uday Samant, however, said the chemicals in question are not being produced at the plant set up by Lakshmi Organi...
- 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry has a 'magical' Harry Potter connection and works like Hermione Granger’s bottomless handbagThree scientists have earned the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for pioneering metal-organic frameworks (MOFs). These revolutionary molecula...
- These hidden chemicals could sabotage your weight-loss efforts even after surgery. New research sounds alarmA new study reveals that 'forever chemicals' or PFAS might hinder weight loss efforts. Teenagers with high PFAS levels regained more weight...
- Increased miscarriage risk in US linked to THIS everyday chemical. What pregnant women can doA recent US study has revealed a link between exposure to specific PFAS chemicals, commonly found in everyday items, and a higher risk of u...
- Scientists warn over new forever acid in rain: All you need to know about itGlobal rainfall is increasingly contaminated with trifluoroacetic acid (TFA), a persistent chemical raising concerns among scientists and r...
- France’s largest tap water ban exposes global threat of ‘forever chemicals’A tap water ban in eastern France due to high PFAS levels has spotlighted the dangers of these "forever chemicals." The contamination, link...
- Parasites, chemicals, and plastic waste: Bear Grylls, who even consumed elephant dung juice to survive, dubs UK tap water 'horrendous'A new report reveals concerns about the quality of British tap water. It highlights the presence of parasites, cancer-causing chemicals, an...
- As chips race spews ‘forever chemicals,’ startups emerge to destroy themInnovative startups like Oxyle AG are developing technologies that effectively destroy these persistent chemicals, while regulatory uncerta...
- From polar bears to groundwater, nature is riddled with 'forever chemicals'Lawsuits and regulations targeting per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are multiplying, with France becoming the latest jurisdiction...
- Chennai lakes contaminated with 'Forever Chemicals' linked to cancer and liver damageChennai lakes show alarming PFAS levels 19,400 times higher than EPA safety limits. Contamination extends to Adyar, Buckingham Canal. Urgen...
- 3M reaches tentative $10.3 billion deal over US 'forever chemicals' claimsThe company said the settlement would provide the funds over a 13-year period to cities, towns and other public water systems to test and t...
- Toilet paper adding to 'forever chemicals' in wastewater, could be leaching into soils via sewage, says studyThe researchers said reducing PFAS in wastewater is "critical".
- PFAS: What is it? Read its toxic nature and adverse consequencesHere's all one requires to know about PFAs, often known as "forever chemicals". These are found in the air, water, soil, sediments, and rai...
- The Secret of Dust Revealed: What's dust, where it come from & how to deal with itDust is not always bad. There is emerging evidence that some “filth” is beneficial as it may help your immune system and reduce allergy ris...
- More than half of cosmetics contain toxic chemicals linked with serious health conditions including cancer, says new studySome of the highest PFAS levels were found in waterproof mascara (82%) and long-lasting lipstick (62%).
- Trying to keep your kidneys safe? Watch out for the effect of pollutantsHumans are exposed to PFAS through contaminated soil, food, water, soil, and air.
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