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Far more tiny particles now come from tyres than are emitted from exhausts but new tyre designs may help

Faecal matter has been discovered at St Mary's Bay and swimmers are now being told not to enter waters due to safety concerns for the whole of 2023.

According to a new study headed by scientists at Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health, elevated levels of air pollution are linked to bone deterioration in postmenopausal women. Read further on Dynamite News:

Faecal matter has been detected at St Mary's Bay on Romney Marsh in Kent by the Environment Agency meaning people are advised not to swim there throughout 2023

Those exposed to high levels of fumes from traffic were most prone & living near busy roads increases older people’s risk.

The roost site of the now red listed bird wasn't considered in developments around Albert Bridge

LOS ANGELES — California’s largest and most expensive environmental cleanup has failed to properly remove lead pollution from some homes and neighborhoods near a notorious battery recycler in southeast Los Angeles County, leaving residents at continued risk, a Los Angeles Times investigation shows.

Exclusive: Poll shows national support for ban in urban areas, where burners have worst impact

As we wait for a decision on the future of the Clean Air Zone one year after the plans were paused, Local Democracy Reporter Joseph Timan looks back at what happened and where we are now.

Two new studies show a link between long-term exposure to multiple air pollutants and detrimental mental health effects.

A white mask looked dusty and had turned grey as if it had been left in a dustbin when in fact it had been worn for just one day by a resident in Lampang.