Chemicals
Iranian ships leave Chinese port with suspected missile fuel during war - report
Two sanctioned Iranian vessels departed a Chinese chemical port carrying what experts say may be sodium perchlorate, a key missile fuel ingredient, raising questions about Beijing’s Tehran relations.
Police arrest oxygen tank supplier partner in connection with oil refinery deaths in Ashdod
Two women declared dead after suspected oxygen suit failures at Ashdod oil refinery
UNIFIL denounces IDF over chemical substance drops near Blue Line, despite military pre-warning
Ben-Gvir to conduct security assessment after death of toddlers at Jerusalem kindergarten
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir will hold a security assessment with police and fire officials following the incident at a Jerusalem kindergarten.
Hundreds protest in Tunisia’s capital over worsening pollution crisis
Residents of Gabes have reported rising rates of respiratory illnesses, osteoporosis and cancer, which they blame on toxic gases from the state chemical group’s phosphate plants.
Physicist Warns: 'Forever Chemicals' Detected in Feminine Hygiene Items
Graham Peaslee explains these chemicals pose risks to wearers and persist in the environment.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
