Pollution

Pollution

Watchdog finds toxic chemicals in lipsticks, warns of risks to health, environment

The Philippines-based toxics watchdog, BAN Toxics, has once again warned the public about the presence of toxic chemicals such as mercury, lead, and cadmium...
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Large-scale oil spills reported at U.S. military bases in South Korea

Two large-scale oil spills were recently reported at United States (U.S.) military bases in South Korea, Yonhap news agency said on Thursday, February 19,...
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Breathing in micro plastics can cause inflammation, damage lungs, study warns

New research has showed that breathing in micro plastics can cause inflammation and damage to the lungs. This potentially increases the risk of respiratory diseases...
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Pollution: Groups unveil Nigeria Plastic Brand Audit Report

The Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives (GAIA) and the Break Free From Plastic Movement (BFFP) on Tuesday launched the Nigerian Plastic Brand Audit Report (2018–2024),...
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Experts advance first effectiveness evaluation of Minamata Convention

The Effectiveness Evaluation Group under the Minamata Convention on Mercury gathered in Geneva from February 9 to 11, 2026. While the group has already met...
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Stakeholders call for stronger action on methane accountability gaps

Stakeholders have called for  urgent action to close methane accountability gaps, warning that unchecked emissions threaten lives, degrade the environment and undermine Nigeria’s climate...
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Expert advocates enforcement-driven approach to end gas flaring

An oil and gas expert, Prof. Wumi Iledare, has urged the Federal Government to tighten regulatory enforcement in accelerating the development of reliable gas...
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Anambra cautions churches against noise pollution during school hours

The Anambra State Government has expressed concern over the alleged noise pollution from church activities during school hours in Onitsha, the commercial nerve centre...
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