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Japanese Air Self-Defense Force Jet Crashes in Central Japan
A Japanese Air Self-Defense Force T-4 training jet crashed into a reservoir near Nagoya two minutes after takeoff on Wednesday, with two crew members aboard; the government is working to determine their status.
Japanese Air Self-Defense Force Jet Crashes in Central Japan
A Japanese Air Self-Defense Force T-4 training jet crashed into a reservoir near Nagoya two minutes after takeoff on Wednesday, with two crew members aboard; the government is working to determine their status.
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8% Bias Score
PFAS Contamination in French Towns: Airport's Responsibility Questioned
High levels of PFAS, exceeding EU limits by four times, were detected in the drinking water of eleven French towns bordering Switzerland, prompting a ban for vulnerable groups and raising concerns about the EuroAirport's responsibility, given its past use of PFAS-containing firefighting foam.
PFAS Contamination in French Towns: Airport's Responsibility Questioned
High levels of PFAS, exceeding EU limits by four times, were detected in the drinking water of eleven French towns bordering Switzerland, prompting a ban for vulnerable groups and raising concerns about the EuroAirport's responsibility, given its past use of PFAS-containing firefighting foam.
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56% Bias Score
Helmond Sues Chemours and Custom Powders for Illegal PFAS Discharge
The municipality of Helmond is filing a lawsuit against Chemours and Custom Powders for discharging thousands of kilos of the carcinogenic substance PFOA into the sewer system for at least 15 years, resulting in €10 million sanitation costs and endangering the health of residents and employees.
Helmond Sues Chemours and Custom Powders for Illegal PFAS Discharge
The municipality of Helmond is filing a lawsuit against Chemours and Custom Powders for discharging thousands of kilos of the carcinogenic substance PFOA into the sewer system for at least 15 years, resulting in €10 million sanitation costs and endangering the health of residents and employees.
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40% Bias Score
Elevated TFA Levels Found in European Wines
A PAN Europe study found significantly elevated levels of the PFAS molecule TFA in European wines from 10 EU countries, sometimes exceeding drinking water levels by 100 times; this increase, absent before 1988, correlates with the use of PFAS pesticides and fluorinated gases.
Elevated TFA Levels Found in European Wines
A PAN Europe study found significantly elevated levels of the PFAS molecule TFA in European wines from 10 EU countries, sometimes exceeding drinking water levels by 100 times; this increase, absent before 1988, correlates with the use of PFAS pesticides and fluorinated gases.
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44% Bias Score
PFAS in Private Eggs Spurs Testing Surge in Netherlands
The Dutch RIVM advised against eating privately-produced eggs due to widespread PFAS contamination; a private testing company reports a 300-order-per-day increase since the advisory, revealing varying contamination levels across regions, while some individuals remain unconcerned.
PFAS in Private Eggs Spurs Testing Surge in Netherlands
The Dutch RIVM advised against eating privately-produced eggs due to widespread PFAS contamination; a private testing company reports a 300-order-per-day increase since the advisory, revealing varying contamination levels across regions, while some individuals remain unconcerned.
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60% Bias Score
German Insurers Pressure PFAS Phase-Out
German insurers are excluding coverage for damages caused by PFAS, creating economic pressure on companies to replace these 'forever chemicals' due to the high risk and cost of operating without insurance.
German Insurers Pressure PFAS Phase-Out
German insurers are excluding coverage for damages caused by PFAS, creating economic pressure on companies to replace these 'forever chemicals' due to the high risk and cost of operating without insurance.
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44% Bias Score
EPA Weakens "Forever Chemical" Drinking Water Limits
The EPA announced plans to weaken limits on several "forever chemicals" in drinking water, reversing parts of the Biden administration's rule that set the first federal limits for PFAS, while maintaining stricter standards for PFOA and PFOS and granting utilities until 2031 to comply.
EPA Weakens "Forever Chemical" Drinking Water Limits
The EPA announced plans to weaken limits on several "forever chemicals" in drinking water, reversing parts of the Biden administration's rule that set the first federal limits for PFAS, while maintaining stricter standards for PFOA and PFOS and granting utilities until 2031 to comply.
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48% Bias Score
PFAS Contamination Discovered in Blue Mountains Reservoirs
Testing of drinking water reservoirs in Leura and Blackheath in the Blue Mountains revealed "forever chemicals" (PFAS) at levels exceeding proposed safety guidelines; Sydney Water responded by draining and refilling the reservoirs, though the agency acknowledges the contamination was known for nearl...
PFAS Contamination Discovered in Blue Mountains Reservoirs
Testing of drinking water reservoirs in Leura and Blackheath in the Blue Mountains revealed "forever chemicals" (PFAS) at levels exceeding proposed safety guidelines; Sydney Water responded by draining and refilling the reservoirs, though the agency acknowledges the contamination was known for nearl...
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48% Bias Score
High PFAS Levels Found in Recent European Wines
A study by Pesticide Action Network Europe reveals alarmingly high levels of the PFAS chemical trifluoroacetic acid (TFA) in European wines produced after 2010, averaging 121 micrograms per liter, compared to none before 1988; organic wines showed lower contamination.
High PFAS Levels Found in Recent European Wines
A study by Pesticide Action Network Europe reveals alarmingly high levels of the PFAS chemical trifluoroacetic acid (TFA) in European wines produced after 2010, averaging 121 micrograms per liter, compared to none before 1988; organic wines showed lower contamination.
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40% Bias Score
EPA Administrator Zeldin Announces 31 Deregulatory Actions
On April 20, 2025, EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announced 31 deregulatory actions, impacting power plants, mercury standards, wastewater regulations, and the definition of "Waters of the U.S.", citing economic concerns and a Supreme Court decision while facing criticism over the freezing of $20 bill...
EPA Administrator Zeldin Announces 31 Deregulatory Actions
On April 20, 2025, EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announced 31 deregulatory actions, impacting power plants, mercury standards, wastewater regulations, and the definition of "Waters of the U.S.", citing economic concerns and a Supreme Court decision while facing criticism over the freezing of $20 bill...
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64% Bias Score
PFAS Contamination Found in Backyard Chicken Eggs
A news report revealed that eggs from backyard chickens contain PFAS, potentially due to contaminated earthworms, causing a family to question their past consumption habits and raising broader concerns about food safety and environmental toxins.
PFAS Contamination Found in Backyard Chicken Eggs
A news report revealed that eggs from backyard chickens contain PFAS, potentially due to contaminated earthworms, causing a family to question their past consumption habits and raising broader concerns about food safety and environmental toxins.
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36% Bias Score
Widespread PFAS Contamination in Dutch Backyard Chicken Eggs Prompts Consumption Warning
A nationwide study in the Netherlands revealed dangerously high levels of PFAS in backyard chicken eggs across 59 out of 60 tested locations, prompting the RIVM to advise against their consumption due to potential health risks, while supermarket eggs remain unaffected.
Widespread PFAS Contamination in Dutch Backyard Chicken Eggs Prompts Consumption Warning
A nationwide study in the Netherlands revealed dangerously high levels of PFAS in backyard chicken eggs across 59 out of 60 tested locations, prompting the RIVM to advise against their consumption due to potential health risks, while supermarket eggs remain unaffected.
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48% Bias Score
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