Thursday, February 13, 2025

Tag: chemicals

Study finds black-colored plastic kitchen utensils, takeout containers may contain cancerous...

Researchers discovered everyday black plastic cooking utensils contain harmful flame retardants through current recycling processes.

EPA scientists said they were pressured to downplay harms from chemicals....

After the scientists pushed back, they received negative performance reviews and three of them were removed from their positions in the EPA’s division of new chemicals and reassigned to jobs elsewhere in the agency.

New study finds personal care products cause development disruptions in...

The study linked endocrine disruptors, which "mimic, block or interfere with the body’s own hormones," and disruptions in children "during key developmental moments,"

FDA bans brominated vegetable oil in food because of concerns about chemical’s...

Due to the chemical's health hazards such as harmful effects on the nervous system, the agency said the food additive is no longer safe for food use.

EPA accused of ‘egregious’ misconduct in PFAS testing of pesticides: Watchdog...

The claims have raised significant concerns about the integrity of the EPA's testing and its commitment to public health.

Washington court reverses verdict against Bayer in PCBs case

A $185 million verdict against Pharmacia—a Monsanto spinoff—which sold now-banned chemicals called polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), was found liable in 2021 for chemical contamination.

Recent court ruling threatens progress in PFAS chemical regulation

PFAS have become a focal point for public health experts due to their association with a range of diseases, including cancer, liver and kidney conditions, and reproductive issues.

US military says national security depends on ‘forever chemicals’

As regulators propose restrictions on their use or manufacturing, Pentagon officials have told Congress that eliminating the chemicals would undermine military readiness.

California Senate Committee on Health approves first-in-the-nation food chemical bill

The five chemicals to be banned have been linked to many health risks including cancer, nervous system damage and hyperactivity.

EPA sued for approving toxic herbicides with Agent Orange chemical

The herbicides were re-registered by the EPA without full consideration of the risks or consultation with wildlife agencies—the experts—as the Endangered Species Act requires.

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House Republicans propose massive tax cuts for billionaires while gutting Medicaid, food assistance, and student loan programs, sparking outrage from lawmakers and advocacy groups.

Musk’s double standard: SpaceX wins government contract while public services face deep cuts

A $38.85 million contract awarded to Elon Musk’s SpaceX sparks outrage as his government office slashes funding for health care, education, and social programs.

Tesla paid zero federal income tax in 2024 while GOP pushes more corporate tax...

Musk’s trillion-dollar company paid nothing in federal taxes while working Americans foot the bill.

The opposition needs to make Elon Musk’s coup its sole, singular focus

This should be the sole, singular focus of the anti-Trump opposition for the foreseeable future.

Trump to Gaza: We will replace you

Finally, there’s a people who want to stay, and now Trump wants them to go.