7 Ways Plastic Is Poisoning Us (That You Probably Didn’t Know)
Global Citizen,
It has been found in Arctic sea ice, one of the most remote and inhospitable places on the planet; at the bottom of the world’s…
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News story from World Resources Institute on Thursday 11 April 2024
World Resources Institute,
Forever Chemicals Are Everywhere, But You Can Lower Your Risk - SwiftTelecast
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Feb. 29, 2024 – Maybe they should be called “everywhere chemicals,” instead of forever chemicals.
Forever Chemicals Are Everywhere, But You Can Lower Your Risk
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Feb. 29, 2024 – Maybe they should be called “everywhere chemicals,” instead of forever chemicals.
Forever Chemicals Are Everywhere, But You Can Lower Your Risk
WebMD News,
Feb. 29, 2024 – Maybe they should be called “everywhere chemicals,” instead of forever chemicals.
Traces of Microplastics Found in Every Human Placenta, Shocking Study Reveals
Tech Times,
In a recent study, researchers uncovered a concerning discovery: microplastics, or tiny particles of plastic waste, were found…
Scientists Create ‘Worm Gut’ That Breaks Down Plastic
The Epoch Times,
Plastic waste clogging landfills and contaminating oceans may soon meet its match.
Article From PFAS to Microplastics, What Might Be Leaking Out of Your Teabag? Depending on the brand, your favorite cup of tea could be contaminated with billions of microplastics and/or traces of per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
Technology Networks,
What’s inside your teabag? Tea leaves, obviously. But is there anything else? Anything smaller that may be leaking out into…
You eat, drink and breathe plastic. Can we stop?
Yahoo!,
Think of all the items that contain plastic. Maybe it’s a car, a water bottle or your phone.
Viral time-lapse shows incredible technology removing 140 tons of garbage from river: ‘Whoever made this is a genius’
Yahoo! News,
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and one incredible time-lapse video shows how even a video of trash can make its case…
Hidden dangers on Easter Island: The hunt for microplastics
Newsbreak,
The deep blue waters, shimmering cliffs and palm tree-lined beaches of Easter Island face a growing threat: plastic.
Hidden dangers on Easter Island: The hunt for microplastics
GMA,
The deep blue waters, shimmering cliffs and palm tree-lined beaches of Easter Island face a growing threat: plastic.
News story from Big News Network on Wednesday 08 February 2023
Big News Network,
Plastic Waste and the Fish Dilemma in Indonesia: To Eat – or Not to Eat
AsiaGlobal Online,
Environment Wednesday, February 8, 2023 Measuring microplastics in humans is challenging but researchers already have…
The plastics and fish dilemma: to eat or not to eat
Eco Business,
Susi Pudjiastuti, Minister of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries of Indonesia (2014-2019) once made a popular joke about…
The plastics and fish dilemma: to eat or not to eat
Devdiscourse,
By Veryl Hasan, Airlangga University Surabaya, Feb 6 (360info) More Indonesians are eating fish as part of their regular diet…
I research harmful microplastics. Here's what I do to keep my family safe from their toxic chemicals.
Business Insider India,
As an expert on microplastics, here's what I do to keep my family safe. This is an as-told-to-essay based on a conversation…
I research microplastics. How I keep my family safe from toxic chemicals.
Yahoo!,
As an expert on microplastics, here's what I do to keep my family safe. This is an as-told-to-essay based on a conversation…
I research harmful microplastics. Here's what I do to keep my family safe from their toxic chemicals.
Yahoo! News,
As an expert on microplastics, here's what I do to keep my family safe. This is an as-told-to-essay based on a conversation…
I research harmful microplastics. Here's what I do to keep my family safe from their toxic chemicals.
Yahoo! News,
As an expert on microplastics, here's what I do to keep my family safe. This is an as-told-to-essay based on a conversation…
I research harmful microplastics. Here's what I do to keep my family safe from their toxic chemicals.
Yahoo! News,
As an expert on microplastics, here's what I do to keep my family safe. This is an as-told-to-essay based on a conversation…
I research harmful microplastics. Here's what I do to keep my family safe from their toxic chemicals.
Business Insider,
As an expert on microplastics, here's what I do to keep my family safe. Angle down icon An icon in the shape of an angle…
How Much Microplastic Am I Eating? And Is There Any Way to Avoid It?
MSN,
Plastics pervade all aspects of the food chain. They’re used to wrap our vegetables at the supermarket.
Non, nous ne mangeons pas l'équivalent d'une carte de crédit en plastique par semaine - Pieuvre.ca
Pieuvre.ca,
L’affirmation selon laquelle chaque personne ingère cinq grammes de plastique chaque semaine est grandement exagérée.
Can you microwave Styrofoam?
Medical News Today,
People sometimes use the term Styrofoam, which the building industry uses in many materials, interchangeably with polystyrene…
Leaving a lasting Pacific Ocean legacy
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Honolulu, HAWAII — In a vast ocean area with around 30,000 known islands, traditional navigators of the Pacific have been known…
Leaving a lasting Pacific Ocean legacy
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By Robert Richmond, University of Hawai'i In a vast ocean area with around 30,000 known islands, traditional navigators of the…
Leaving a lasting ocean legacy
MSN,
In a vast ocean area with about 30,000 known islands, traditional navigators of the Pacific have been known to say, "first you…
Leaving a lasting ocean legacy
Newsroom,
Sustainable Future Island communities have developed some of the most effective practices to support the sustainable use of…
World Oceans Day: The Health Of Our Oceans And Leaving A Lasting Legacy
Outlook India,
Island communities have developed some of the most effective practices to support the sustainable use of coastal and ocean…
News story from Big News Network on Tuesday 07 June 2022
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Microplastics From Masks Found Deep in Lungs of the Living - Global Research
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All Global Research articles can be read in 51 languages by activating the “Translate Website” drop down menu on the top banner…
Microplastics From Masks Found Deep in Lungs of the Living - swifttelecast
Swift Telecast,
Tiny bits of plastic about the size of a sesame seed or smaller are everywhere.
Could microplastics in human blood pose a health risk?
Medical News Today,
Share on PinterestMIcroplastics’ newest vessel, according to new research, is human blood.
This Is How Much Seafood You Can Eat Before You'd Get Sick (Yes, It's Possible)
MSN,
Seafood encompasses all kinds of underwater animals, including crustaceans (think: shrimps and crabs), mollusks (such as…
This Is How Much Seafood You Can Eat Before You'd Get Sick (Yes, It's Possible)
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"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." Seafood encompasses all…
This Is How Much Seafood You Can Eat Before You'd Get Sick (Yes, It's Possible)
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Seafood encompasses all kinds of underwater animals, including crustaceans (think: shrimps and crabs), mollusks (such as…
Pervasive Microplastics Are Damaging Your Cells
The Epoch Times,
Lab data show we eat, breathe, and drink microplastics at levels leading to cell damage, cell death.
Hospital waste, not masks, are plastic scourge of pandemic: Study
South Africa Today,
A new study has found that 26,000 metric tons of pandemic-related plastic waste has been released into the world’s oceans since…
Hospital waste, not masks, are plastic threat of pandemic: study
Eco Business,
The disposable face mask has become the poster child for Covid-19-related waste since the start of the pandemic, showing up on…
Hospital waste, not masks, are plastic scourge of pandemic: Study
Mongabay,
A new study has found that 26,000 metric tons of pandemic-related plastic waste has been released into the world’s oceans since…
Plastics Make Beaches Hotter During the Day and Colder at Night
Smithsonian Magazine,
Henderson Island and the Cocos Islands are remote paradises. They have beautiful white-sand beaches and swaying palm trees.
Biden's EPA Aligns With Oil and Chemical Industry Against Landmark Proposal on Microplastic Chemicals
Common Dreams,
According to documents obtained by Unearthed, Greenpeace UK’s investigative platform, the oil and chemical industry is lobbying…
Oil and chemical giants lobbying against rules on microplastic chemicals, investigation reveals
Mirage News,
Trade groups representing the world’s biggest oil and chemical companies have been opposing a ground-breaking new proposal to…
10 fish substitutes for your favorite fish dishes
Medical News Today,
Some people choose to avoid eating fish for ethical, health, ecological, or religious reasons, and others may be allergic to…
What really happens to the plastic you throw out
CNN News,
Many people think of plastic pollution as merely litter, but the reality is that plastic is an ongoing contributor to climate…
What really happens to the plastic you throw out
CNN News,
Jeff Merkley, a Democratic senator from Oregon, and Alan Lowenthal, the Democratic representative in the House for California's…
Would you eat a fish fillet that has never touched an ocean? Cell-cultured seafood offers just that
i News,
The future of our oceans is in the headlines once more following the release of the controversial Netflix documentary Seaspiracy.
Magnets, vacuums and plant-based nets: the new fight to clean plastic from our seas
MSN,
When it comes to microplastics, there’s rarely good news. Researchers continue to find the tiny plastic fragments everywhere…
News story from The Guardian on Thursday 18 February 2021
The Guardian,
Microplastics are everywhere. Here’s what that means for our health.
Popular Science,
Plastic bottles eventually degrade into microplastics, because plastic is forever.
What to know about plastics in seafood
Medical News Today,
Small pieces of plastic called microplastics can travel through wastewater into the ocean, where animals may consume them.
Ocean plastic pollution is a huge — but solvable — problem
MSN,
With roughly 11 million metric tons of plastic flowing into our ocean each year - a figure that could nearly triple by 2040…
Ocean plastic pollution is a huge — but solvable — problem
The Hill,
With roughly 11 million metric tons of plastic flowing into our ocean each year — a figure that could nearly triple by 2040…
Οι Επιστήμονες Έχουν Αρχίσει να Εντοπίζουν Ίχνη Πλαστικού στο Ανθρώπινο Σώμα
Vice,
ΜΙΚΡΟΠΛΑΣΤΙΚΑ ΣΕ ΠΑΡΑΛΙΑ. EIKONA: DESIREE MARTIN / AFP Αν πας σε οποιαδήποτε παραλία κοντά σε μεγάλη πόλη, ρίξε μια προσεκτική μα…
Au fost găsite urme de plastic și-n corpul uman
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Microplastic găsit pe plajă. Imagine de DESIREE MARTIN / AFP Du-te la o plajă undeva în apropierea unui oraș mare, uită-te cu…
Mais essa agora, cientistas encontraram traços de plástico em tecido humano
Vice,
Microplásticos encontrados numa praia. Imagem por DESIREE MARTIN / AFP. Indo pra uma praia perto de qualquer cidade grande, você…
Oh Great, Scientists Are Now Finding Traces of Plastic in Human Flesh
Vice,
Microplastics found on a beach. Image by DESIREE MARTIN / AFP Go to a beach somewhere near a large city, take a careful look at…
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
New Hampshire Public Radio,
Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
WRKF,
Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
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Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
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Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
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Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
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Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
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Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
KUOW,
Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
WKAR,
Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
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Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
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Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
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Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
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Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
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Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
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Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
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Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
SDPB Radio,
Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
Public Radio East,
Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
KRWG TV/FM,
Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
KERA News,
Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
North East Public Radio,
Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
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Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
Kansas Public Radio,
Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
WJCT,
Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
Delmarva Public Radio,
Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
Wyoming Public Radio,
Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
Tri States Public Radio,
Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
KUNM,
Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
Central Coast Public Radio,
Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
KCLU,
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The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
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Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic, Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
WYPR,
Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
Boise State Public Radio,
Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic, Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
NPR,
Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
KPBS,
/ NPR Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
WVTF,
Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
WUNC,
Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
WVPE,
Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
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Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
WABE,
Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
WVXU,
Scientists are trying to understand how much plastic humans are pumping into the ocean and how long it sticks around.
The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic, Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
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