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German Sea Foam Heavily Contaminated with PFAS

Greenpeace found PFAS levels in German coastal sea foam 290 to 3777 times above the Danish bathing water limit, exceeding upcoming German drinking water standards; the chemical industry opposes regulation despite available alternatives.

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Life Below Water
sueddeutsche.de
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Peat-Free Potting Soil: Environmental Benefits and Gardening Adjustments

German gardeners are encouraged to switch to peat-free potting soil to reduce carbon emissions from peat extraction, a non-renewable and significant CO2 source; however, peat-free soil requires more frequent watering and fertilization.

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Climate Action
theguardian.com
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Trump Administration Weighs Reversal of New York City Congestion Pricing

The Trump administration is considering ending New York City's congestion pricing program, which imposes a $9 toll on vehicles entering Manhattan below 60th Street to improve public transit and reduce congestion, despite its recent implementation and reported success.

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Climate Action
theguardian.com
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UK Bans Bee-Killing Pesticide Cruiser SB

The UK government banned the emergency use of the bee-killing neonicotinoid pesticide Cruiser SB, reversing years of approval despite warnings about its severe impact on bee populations and aligning with a broader commitment to protect pollinators and transition to sustainable agriculture.

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Life on Land
nos.nl
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Dutch Court Rules on Greenpeace's Nitrogen Lawsuit

A Dutch court ruled today on Greenpeace's lawsuit challenging the government's insufficient nitrogen policy, demanding concrete actions impacting agriculture and industry, potentially setting a precedent similar to the Urgenda climate case.

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Life on Land
theguardian.com
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Trump's Return Signals Renewed Threat to Border Ecology

Trump's second inauguration raises concerns about renewed border wall construction, jeopardizing wildlife corridors and exacerbating ecological damage along the US-Mexico border, with potential for extinction of species like jaguars, following a recent study showing an 86% decrease in wildlife cross...

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Life on Land
welt.de
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High PFAS Levels Found in German Sea Foam

Greenpeace found dangerously high levels of PFAS, so-called 'forever chemicals', in sea foam on nine German beaches in November and January; concentrations were between 290 and 3777 times above the Danish limit for bathing water.

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Life Below Water
theguardian.com
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Explosives Found in Sydney: Potential Antisemitic Attack

Authorities in Sydney are investigating a caravan containing explosives, potentially intended for an antisemitic attack; over 100 counter-terrorism police are involved, and Jewish groups have condemned the incident as the most severe threat to their community.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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UK-EU Clash Looms Over Northern Ireland Carbon Tax

Energy UK warns that differing approaches to the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) between the UK and EU could create a major trade conflict in Northern Ireland due to its post-Brexit trading arrangements under the Windsor Framework, potentially leading to retaliatory tariffs unless the two ...

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Climate Action
nos.nl
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Dutch Court Orders Immediate Action on Nitrogen Emissions

A Dutch court ordered the government to immediately reduce nitrogen emissions, prioritizing vulnerable nature areas, and imposed a €10 million penalty for non-compliance by 2030; Greenpeace celebrated, while farmers' organizations expressed concern and called for an appeal.

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Climate Action
elpais.com
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Musk's AfD Support Sparks Controversy in Grünheide

Elon Musk's public support for Germany's AfD party, despite their past opposition to Tesla's Gigafactory in Grünheide, has caused controversy, highlighting conflicts between economic development, political influence, and environmental concerns in the Brandenburg region.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
theguardian.com
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UK Government Fails to Meet Environmental Targets, OEP Warns

The Office for Environmental Protection (OEP) reports that the UK government is failing to meet most of its legally binding environmental targets, with significant shortfalls in marine protection and biodiversity, highlighting a rapidly closing window for action.

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Life on Land

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