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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 planetChemicals meant to protect the planet are now causing a new issue. Replacements for ozone-damaging CFCs are forming a stubborn chemical, TF...- 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...
- France's data centre ambitions bump up against rural fearsA huge AI data centre is planned for Fouju, France. This project brings hope for jobs and money to the small village. However, residents wo...
- France's data centre ambitions bump up against rural fearsA massive AI data centre planned for the small French village of Fouju is creating a divide. While proponents see economic benefits and job...
- 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...
- How a failed refrigeration experiment unexpectedly led to the discovery of TeflonThe year was 1938 when a moment of accidental brilliance occurred in the lab of chemist Roy Plunkett, leading to the discovery of polytetra...
- Study links two ‘forever chemicals’ to faster biological aging, with men most affectedNew research reveals a concerning link between two forever chemicals, PFNA and PFOSA, and accelerated biological aging. Middle-aged men sho...
- 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...
- 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...
- 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...
- 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...
- 60% of children's clothing contain toxic PFA chemicals: ReportPFAs are a class of more than 9000 chemicals that companies add to a wide variety of consumer products to make them non-stick, waterproof, ...
- 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%).
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