Chemicals

UNIFIL denounces IDF over chemical substance drops near Blue Line, despite military pre-warning

Meanwhile, the IDF carried out several airstrikes on Hezbollah terrorists and terror infrastructure in southern Lebanon.

UNIFIL soldiers conducting operations in southern Lebanon, January 31, 2026; illustrative.
Emergency services respond to a suspected carbon monoxide leak at a kindergarten in Romema, Jerusalem, January 19, 2026.

Ben-Gvir to conduct security assessment after death of toddlers at Jerusalem kindergarten

Demonstrators hold signs as hundreds of Tunisians march through the capital Tunis to protest a severe environmental crisis caused by pollution from a state chemical plant in Gabes, in Tunisia, October 25, 2025

Hundreds protest in Tunisia’s capital over worsening pollution crisis

Physicist Warns: 'Forever Chemicals' detected in feminine hygiene items. Illustration.

Physicist Warns: 'Forever Chemicals' Detected in Feminine Hygiene Items


Knesset investigation reveals health risks of water cannons, skunk spray used during protests

The Israel Medical Association (IMA) has also previously warned about similar health risks.

 Police use a water cannon to disperse demonstrators blocking the Ayalon Highway in Tel Aviv, during a protest calling for the release of Israeli hostages held in the Gaza Strip and against the Israeli government, March 30, 2024; illustrative.

Climbing gyms as polluted as highways, study finds

Research: The chemicals in the shoe soles can cause lung inflammation, organ damage, respiratory diseases, and certain types of cancer.

 Indoors wall climbing may be dangerous.

Researchers discover Earth's first crust, formed 4.5 billion years ago, had chemical features simil

Scientists have long thought that tectonic plates needed to dive beneath each other to create the chemical fingerprint we see in continents.

 Researchers discover Earth's first crust, formed 4.5 billion years ago, had chemical features similar to modern continental crust.

Transportation of Hazmat goods – Safety measures and challenges


Researchers warn: Cheap watch bands safer as expensive ones contain toxic chemicals

Lead author of the study, Alyssa Wicks, recommends purchasing lower-cost wristbands made from silicone and advises consumers to err on the side of caution.

 Expensive watch wristbands contain alarming levels of Forever Chemicals.

Bazan Group reports strong Q2 2024 results, announces dividend

The company posted impressive USD 96 million in adjusted earnings and USD 61 million in net income, announced a USD 35 million interim dividend.

 Moshe Kaplinsky, Chairman of the Bazan Group

Neglected sewage systems: Risks and emergency situations management

Importance of regular maintenance for public health and safety, risks of neglected sewage systems, and guidelines for handling emergency situations related to sewage.


Bazan Group reports strong financial performance in Q1 2024

Key financial figures for the first quarter include an operating cash flow of $149 million (before changes in working capital and tax) and the acquisition of fixed assets amounting to $25 million

 Moshe Kaplinsky, Chairman of the Bazan Group

You’re breathing potential carcinogens inside your car

Outdated flammability standard drives use of harmful flame retardants in car interiors.

Flame retardants.

This common chemical can be harmful for your health - study

A recent study looked at how PFAS affect heart disease, finding that they are hard to avoid and have a greater impact on young people, even with minimal exposure.

 Found in Teflon pans