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Detoxification is a popular claim in wellness. But it’s just another lie

The misconception that we can purify our bodies isn’t our fault. But it’s a distraction from a deeper problem

The Guardian - US

Bacteria and plants could help clean up toxic waste from gold mines – South African study

Highly toxic metals are leaking out of nine abandoned mines in Krugersdorp, 32km west of Johannesburg, South Africa. The metals include uranium, arsenic, cadmium, chromium and mercury.

The Conversation

As wildfires rage, what is the smoke doing to our health and bodies?

Scientists are discovering just how toxic wildfire smoke is to the body – here’s what to know and how to stay safe

The Guardian - US

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Methane is turbocharging unnatural disasters – Australia must get serious about reducing emissions

One of the most significant achievements of the 26th United Nations climate conference in Glasgow (COP26) three years ago was the launch of the Global Methane Pledge. The goal is to reduce global methane emissions at least 30% by 2030.

The Conversation

Olympic men’s triathlon postponed due to high pollution levels in Seine

Organisers say race is postponed to Wednesday and blame excessive pollution in river on heavy rains.

Al Jazeera

Olympic men's triathlon postponed to Wednesday due to Seine pollution

The Olympic men's triathlon was postponed just hours before it was due to get under way on Tuesday after last-ditch water quality tests in the River Seine revealed unhealthy pollution levels, organisers said.

Radio France Internationale

Afternoon Update: pollution in Seine postpones triathlon; Legionnaires’ outbreak in Melbourne; and people turn off Maccas

Organisers make decision just hours before scheduled start after heavy rain over Paris swells river

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The Australian oil and gas sector understood the danger posed by fossil fuel combustion back in the ’70s

In a new book, journalist Royce Kurmelovs look at the origins of the Australian petroleum industry, investigating what these companies knew about climate change when, and how they learnt to wield influence.

Crikey

Biles Chases First Paris Olympic Gold, Fingers Crossed Over Seine

America's Biles appears to be back at the peak of her powers as she leads the United States on what has been billed as a redemption mission in the women's team final.

International Business Times

Wildfire smoke may increase the risk of dementia, study finds

As blazes spew smoke across western US, research shows it may be worse for brain health than other types of pollution

The Guardian - US

Study links wildfire smoke to dementia

The findings come as millions spent the weekend under air quality warnings from wildfires spewing smoke across the US

The Independent UK

Suspense Over Olympics Triathlon As Seine Fails Water Tests Again

Olympic organisers cancelled a second day of triathlon training in the River Seine on Monday due to water pollution, increasing uncertainty over whether the men's and women's races will go ahead as scheduled in the coming days.

International Business Times

Costly climate ‘solutions’ look like more pollution in Louisiana’s ‘Cancer Alley’

Corporations and politicians are pushing carbon capture despite big questions over its value as residents in the southern ‘petrostate’ fear the worst

The Guardian - US

British triathletes have prepared for everything but are at the mercy of pollution in Seine

The Olympic men’s triathlon race on Tuesday remains on a knife-edge after poor water quality forced the cancellation of the second and final swimming practice

The Guardian - UK

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Galapagos Islands Facing Threats From Climate Change And Invasive Species

Learn about the threats facing the Galápagos Islands from climate change, invasive species, and plastic pollution, and the conservation efforts in place to...

Radio France Internationale

Olympic triathalon training sessions postponed again as Seine pollution persists

Olympic organisers cancelled a second day of triathlon training in the River Seine planned for Monday after weekend downpours in Paris polluted the waterway, but said they were "confident" the medal events would be held this week.

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Sea cucumbers are a godsend for oceans

A new study explores the fascinating biology of one of the ocean's most enigmatic organisms

Radio France Internationale

Olympic training session in Seine cancelled due to water pollution

The first training session for triathletes at the Paris Olympics was scrapped on Sunday due to pollution in the River Seine, organisers said.

The Independent UK

Olympic triathlon practice cancelled due to pollution in River Seine, less than 24 hours before first race

A training session for the swimming section, due to held in the Paris river, has been cancelled just 24 hours before the main event

TechRadar

Ecommerce activity is causing a spike in pollution by warehouses

Warehouses associated with ecommerce outlets are causing more traffic, which means more local pollution.

The National (Scotland)

Tests show pollution which left beach unsafe for swimming not caused by sewage

SEWAGE did not cause a surge in bacterial pollution which made a Scottish beach unsafe for swimmers, the Scottish Environmental Protection Agency…

The Independent UK

Wood pellets production boomed to feed EU demand. It’s come at a cost to Black people in the South

Wood pellet production has skyrocketed across the US South to feed the European Union’s push

Evening Standard

Number of whales and dolphins to be counted as UK seas face heat and pollution pressures

Census could show effects man-made challenges are having on sea creatures

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