Scotland's 10 best stargazing spots for seeing the 'Flower Moon' this week Here are the 10 best stargazing spots across Scotland for seeing the 'Flower Moon' this May. The National (Scotland) · May 21, 2024
I sailed across oceans in search of microplastics – a new film charts my journey In 2018, I sailed to one of the most remote places on the globe, the north Pacific. Despite being thousands of nautical miles from the nearest human settlements, I saw so many large plastic litter items, such as broken plastic buckets, floating past the boat. But this was nothing compared… The Conversation · May 21, 2024
UN maritime tribunal says countries are legally required to reduce greenhouse gas pollution A U.N. tribunal on maritime law has found that countries are legally required to reduce greenhouse gas pollution The Independent UK · May 21, 2024
Migratory freshwater fish populations ‘down by more than 80% since 1970’ ‘Catastrophic’ global decline due to dams, mining, diverting water and pollution threatens humans and ecosystems, study warns The Guardian - UK · May 21, 2024
Microplastics found in every human testicle in study Scientists say discovery may be linked to decades-long decline in sperm counts in men around the world The Guardian - UK · May 20, 2024
Fish deaths in England’s rivers rise tenfold in four years More than 216,000 fish died in 2022-2023, when England recorded a 54% increase in sewage spills The Guardian - UK · May 20, 2024
What BJP and Congress manifestos say – and don’t say – on key environmental issues While air pollution continues to occupy a prominent place in the manifestos of India’s two biggest political parties, one of the biggest causes of climate change- coal, and the need for a justful transition away from it-remains missing from the manifestos of these parties. Newslaundry · May 20, 2024
Vaonis Vespera II review: an ideal smart telescope for astrophotography beginners and advanced amateurs alike The Vaonis Vespera II’s upgraded features help make it a hugely enjoyable and rewarding smart telescope that works well even in light pollution Digital Camera World · May 19, 2024
Wealthy residents of Chicago may live 30 years longer than poorer ones. Can a new mayor help close the gap? Brandon Johnson promised to tackle the city’s legacy of environmental racism, with communities of color facing disproportionate climate risks The Guardian - US · May 19, 2024
Ships in some UK port cities create more air pollution than cars Milford Haven, Southampton and Immingham top the list for emissions of gases and particulates The Guardian - UK · May 19, 2024
Unveiling the facts on exfoliation: How much is too much A basic skincare routine involves cleansing, toning, moisturizing and exfoliating. Exfoliation is an important step in our skincare regime as exfoliation helps to clear up dead skin cells, allowing the skin to look and feel fresher, smoother, and brighter. Our skin is battling external pollution every day and our skin… The Times of India · May 18, 2024
Sewage alerts across UK mapped after ‘millions’ of litres dumped into Lake Windermere beauty spot Raw sewage was pumped into the Unesco world heritage site for nearly 10 hours in February The Independent UK · May 18, 2024
Vaonis Vespera II review: A slick smart telescope that easily beats light pollution If you want to effortlessly explore astrophotography and astronomy from a light-polluted city, the all-in-one Vaonis Vespera II is for you T3 · May 18, 2024
Honduran city’s air pollution is almost 50 times higher than WHO guidelines San Pedro Sula is rated ‘dangerous’ as effects of forest fires, El Niño and the climate crisis causes a spike in respiratory illnesses The Guardian - UK · May 17, 2024
Advnture · May 17, 2024 "Someone is going to die" - shocking warning about river pollution as wild swimming season starts Lawmakers and campaigners say fatalities are next after an outbreak of dangerous water-borne disease
The Guardian - UK · May 17, 2024 Targeting India’s most harmful power plants could slash mortality Study finds about a quarter of health burden comes from power stations that generate just 3% of country’s electricity
The Conversation · May 16, 2024 Cancer drug pollution is a growing global concern As incidence of cancer increases globally, the use of cancer drugs is also growing at a rate of approximately 10 per cent per year in developed countries.
The Guardian - UK · May 16, 2024 New Dutch coalition aims to reintroduce 80mph limit in cull of climate goals Government, including far-right leader Geert Wilders, announces it will abandon key green policies in strategy
The Guardian - UK · May 16, 2024 United Utilities raises investor payouts a day after Windermere sewage discharge revealed Near-10% dividend increase follows allegation that water company failed to prevent illegal pollution for 10 hours in February
The Guardian - UK · May 15, 2024 ‘Someone is going to die’: MPs warned of E coli risk to swimmers in English waters Clean river campaigner says pollution poses threat as Labour MP calls for water industry to be taken into public ownership
AAP · May 15, 2024 Car pollution cop to police automakers in Australia A regulator will be established to track vehicle emissions and ensure automakers are meeting pollution targets, federal budget papers have revealed.
The Hindu · May 14, 2024 Coast Guard exercise over pollution response off Chennai coast Indian Coast Guard conducts pollution response exercise off Chennai coast with ships and aircraft, showcasing capabilities.
The Guardian - US · May 14, 2024 ‘Magical thinking’: hopes for sustainable jet fuel not realistic, report finds IPS report says replacement fuels well off track to replace kerosene within timeframe needed to avert climate disaster
The Guardian - UK · May 14, 2024 UK ‘net zero’ project will produce 20m tonnes of carbon pollution, say experts Government told Net Zero Teesside gas scheme will be massive polluter despite its carbon capture claims
AAP · May 13, 2024 Coal mine's licence not fit for purpose, court told Residents who fear what a NSW coal mine might be doing to their health have gone to court, arguing its environmental licence is not fit for purpose.