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The treasured 'eternal snow' on this tropical island is about to disappear forever

Climate change is transforming Papua's snowy peaks, which hold scientific value and spiritual significance. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Dv9qdBs

What are my children exposed to? Why I want testing for cancer-causing chemicals

People living near a lagoon branded "a shame on Britain" want to be tested for cancer-causing PCBs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vDAZsjO

BBC Inside Science

How do we measure time accurately and why is the rotation of the Earth causing problems? from BBC News https://ift.tt/xNHO1Z7

Elephants use medicinal plants to treat themselves, researchers find

African elephants use dozens of different medicinal plants to treat themselves and their families when they are sick, research reveals. from BBC News https://ift.tt/I3b4kRz

'Perfect storm' could lead to rubbish piling up on Scotland's streets, experts warn

There are warnings over a combination of significantly reduced landfill space and a breakdown of Glasgow's main incinerator. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vg70hca

Blood tests find high level of cancer-causing forever chemical in residents near factory

People living near a major chemical factory in Lancashire are told they could be at risk of serious health conditions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NTB7Y4G