A century of hair shows how lead exposure collapsed
The U.S. Mining and Smelting Co. plant in Midvale, Utah, 1906. Credit: Photo used by permission, Utah Historical Society Before the Environmental…
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Month: August 2026
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The women and stress behind rural farming in America
If you’re like most Americans, you probably don’t give too much thought to where your food comes from. And you likely pay…
Is virtual-only couture the new clothing craze?
As fast fashion continues to fill wardrobes and landfills at a staggering pace, new research from the University of Portsmouth suggests that…
Your fireplace may be doing more harm than you think
Wood smoke from home fireplaces and stoves is a major contributor to winter air pollution, exposing millions of Americans to harmful particles…
The hidden technology that could unlock commercial fusion power
An artist’s conception of fusion diagnostics. Credit: Ariel Davis For fusion energy systems to run safely and consistently, researchers must closely track…
ChatGPT as a therapist? New study reveals serious ethical risks
AI therapy chatbots may sound compassionate — but new research shows they often break the very ethical rules real therapists must follow.…
AI predicts Earth’s peak warming
Researchers have found that the global goal of limiting warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels is now almost certainly out…
Landmark report reveals key challenges facing adolescents
Poor mental health, rising obesity rates, exposure to violence and climate change are among the key challenges facing our adolescents today, according…
Scientists discover massive natural hydrogen source beneath Canada
Continuous long-term measurement underground at a mine in northern Ontario provided evidence of sustained accumulation and discharge of natural hydrogen generated within…
Popular fruits and vegetables linked to higher pesticide levels
New research shows that diets high in certain pesticide-prone fruits and vegetables are linked to higher levels of those chemicals in the…