Chemicals

Brushing teeth and the surprising exposure to a substance that is dangerous to your health

Studies show that toothbrushes and dental floss may release microplastic particles. Is the risk serious? And how can exposure to the dangerous substance be reduced.

Some researchers raise theoretical hypotheses that microplastic may disrupt the bacterial balance in the mouth, trigger an inflammatory response or even damage DNA in cells
Container ship Valili carrying Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines (IRISL) cargo is seen in the waters of Singapore Strait off Sentosa island February 6, 2012; illustrative.

Iranian ships leave Chinese port with suspected missile fuel during war - report

 Oxygen piping and regulator on the wall of an ambulance.

Police arrest oxygen tank supplier partner in connection with oil refinery deaths in Ashdod

The site of a hazardous materials accident at the Ashdod refinery, southern Israel. February 02, 2026.

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

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.

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.

Emergency services respond to a suspected carbon monoxide leak at a kindergarten in Romema, Jerusalem, January 19, 2026.

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.

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

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

Graham Peaslee explains these chemicals pose risks to wearers and persist in the environment.

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

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