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US awards $500 million to Nvidia-backed SandboxAQ for finding new chipmaking materials- 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 limit
- In 1987, the world swapped ozone-destroying CFCs for safer refrigerants; nearly 40 years later, scientists found the switch had been quietly raining a forever chemical across the planet
- 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...10 Jun, 2026, 11.48 AM IST
- 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'...28 May, 2026, 09.03 AM IST
- Is your home making you sick? Scientists reveal scary new link between everyday products and deadly diseasesHealth news: A study reveals that exposure to PFAS chemicals may alter genes. These changes are linked to serious illnesses. Firefighters f...13 Sep, 2025, 11.15 PM IST
- 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...15 Aug, 2025, 04.56 PM IST
- 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...06 Aug, 2025, 04.33 PM IST
- 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...29 Jul, 2025, 07.05 AM IST
- 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...13 Jul, 2025, 09.01 AM IST
- MAHA report highlights glyphosate dangers and ultra processed food impact on children's healthA new federal report warns of growing threats to children’s health from glyphosate exposure and ultra processed food. The MAHA Commission’s...23 May, 2025, 10.29 AM IST
- 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...11 Apr, 2025, 02.43 PM IST
- 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...25 Mar, 2025, 10.19 AM IST
- Who is Lee Zeldin, Trump’s EPA ChiefLee Zeldin has been confirmed as the new administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, signaling a shift towards deregulation. Zeld...07 Mar, 2025, 11.38 AM IST
- Trump's EPA nominee stays vague on plans as senators press him on climate views17 Jan, 2025, 01.21 PM IST
- 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...03 Apr, 2024, 10.39 AM IST
- 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...24 Jun, 2023, 01.02 AM IST
- 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...23 Feb, 2023, 12.26 PM IST
- Roads, transit, internet: What's in the infrastructure billThe bill cleared the House late Friday on a 228-206 vote, ending weeks of intraparty negotiations in which liberal Democrats insisted the l...06 Nov, 2021, 12.37 PM IST
- 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%).18 Jun, 2021, 02.00 PM IST
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