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The toxic error at the heart of efforts to curb heavy metal pollution

Environment

The toxic error at the heart of efforts to curb heavy metal pollution

Environmental limits on dangerous metals like mercury and lead shouldn't just keep humans safe, but other animals too, say Coline Monchanin and Mathieu Lihoreau

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Seedless Grape Slices on White Background Back Lit Pattern Full Frame Studio Shot.

Health

No, there's nothing wrong with seedless fruits

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Why the UK doesn't need a new coal mine

Environment

Why the UK doesn't need a new coal mine

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Group of ancient Chinese coins.

Technology

What ancient money tells us about the future of computers

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2GC5BGB Afidnes, Greek capital of Athens. 6th Aug, 2021. Firefighters and volunteers try to put out a fire in Afidnes, some 30 kilometers away from the Greek capital of Athens, on Aug. 6, 2021. Greek authorities said on Friday that three people have been arrested for suspected arson, as devastating wildfires continue to scorch thousands of hectares of forest land across the country.TO GO WITH

Earth

Wildfires give a window into our planet's future

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Why it is so important to protect access to the dark night sky

Space

Why it is so important to protect access to the dark night sky

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Environmentalist Jonathon Porritt’s big idea to slow global warming

Environment

Environmentalist Jonathon Porritt’s big idea to slow global warming

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Mandatory Credit: Photo by CHINE NOUVELLE/SIPA/Shutterstock (12324544h) (210817) - KABUL, Aug. 17, 2021 (Xinhua) - Taliban fighters are seen on a military vehicle in Kabul, capital of Afghanistan, Aug. 17, 2021. Normality has returned to Kabul, capital of Afghanistan as the Taliban on Tuesday urged the government employees to return to work, two days after the group took control of the capital. Declaring a general amnesty, the Taliban urged all to start routine life with confidence. It also urged women to join its government. Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid tweeted that the situation in Kabul was completely under control and law and order returned to the city. Afghanistan Kabul Taliban Situation - 17 Aug 2021

Technology

Afghan people face an impossible choice over their digital footprint

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Why is it so hard to say whether plants are toxic or safe?

Health

Why is it so hard to say whether plants are toxic or safe?

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A stopwatch

Humans

Why are so many records being broken at the Tokyo Olympics?

World records seem to be tumbling at an impressive rate on the athletics track at this year’s Olympic games. Is new technology responsible, asks Laura Healey

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Humans

Should social media come with a health warning?

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Technology

Can low-income countries leapfrog to clean energy technologies?

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Humans

There's room for a green middle ground in the UK's culture wars

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Life

Why invertebrates should be included in animal welfare protections

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