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Forever chemicals found in reusable menstrual products, study finds
Underwear and reusable pads show the highest levels of a marker indicating intentionally added PFAS, raising concerns about the safety of menstrual products, according to new research.
Will EU fertiliser tariffs hit Russia's coffers?
To reduce its economic dependence on Russia, the EU has imposed higher tariffs on fertilisers and agricultural products. The aim is to reduce Russian revenue, but it could impact on food prices in the EU, which worries farmers.
Why are EU ministers having blood tests for ‘forever chemicals’?
PFAS now contaminate the bodies of nearly all Europeans - including children, pregnant women, and adolescents.
Consumer groups fear EU plans to ease rules for chemicals sector
The European Commission unveiled yet another simplification package on Tuesday, this time targeting chemicals, promising savings for industry - but raising concerns for consumer protection.
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Pesticides: a life ruined by glyphosate
Ludovic Maugé, a former landscaper, thought he would live happily for many years to come on the coast of Brittany in France, where our reporter Valérie Gauriat met him.
‘Forever chemicals’ exposure before birth raises teenage health risks
Teenagers who had been exposed to higher levels of PFAS before they were born were more likely to have high blood pressure, a new study found.
Forever chemicals: Brussels' mission to clean up Europe's water
The European Commission plans to support water treatment to eliminate forever chemicals (PFAS), according to the European Water Resilience Strategy, adopted in Brussels on Wednesday.
Search continues for missing people after China plant explosion
Search and rescue operations continue for six people still missing after Tuesday's deadly blast in the city of Weifang in Shandong province.
Toxic cloud in Spain's Catalonia leaves six towns under lockdown
A dangerous toxic cloud caused by a fire on Spain’s Catalan coastline forced multiple towns into lockdown, but the restrictions have since been lifted.
What 'dangerous chemicals' found in EU products mean for your health
A banned fragrance, lead, and restricted "forever chemicals" were found in products in the EU last year, a new report has found.
Chinese toys key culprit for EU's record-breaking alerts on dangerous
Cosmetics, toys and electrical appliances were the most common products flagged by the European rapid alert system, which recorded the highest ever level of notifications last year, with dangerous chemical content involved in roughly half of cases.
EU seeks safer toxin-free children's toys with stricter rules
Harmful and toxic chemicals will be banned from toys to better protect children’s health, under new rules aimed at improving the safety of products sold in the European market.
South African farm workers demand EU stops flow of toxic pesticides
Pesticides deemed too dangerous for Europe continue to be made here and exported. South Africa’s farm workers have had enough.
Swedish hedgehogs found to contain pesticides, plastics and lead
Researchers have found hedgehog bodies are full of environmental pollutants, including some of the most hazardous to human health.
Products containing dangerous chemicals could get EU green label
As the EU pursues its war on red tape, proposed changes to sustainability rules could see harmful chemicals permitted on the bloc’s green investment list, allowing producers to take advantage of policy support and growing demand for environmentally friendly products.
Is it time for Europe to ditch toilet paper and embrace the bumgun?
Going to the toilet is universal but how often do we take the time to reflect on the environmental impact of our bathroom habits?