Are ‘Forever Chemicals’ a Forever Problem?

Are ‘Forever Chemicals’ a Forever Problem?

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Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor Say the End of the World is Now on the Table

In a new book, the writers argue that a powerful coalition of “end times fascists” is just fine with the earth’s demise.Thoughts? Email us at theinterview@nytimes.comWatch our show on YouTube: youtube.com/@TheInterviewPodcastFor transcripts and more, visit: nytimes.com/theintervi ...  Show more

The Lives That 9/11 Keeps Taking

In New York City this morning, the families of those killed at the World Trade Center on Sept. 11, 2001, will gather for the 25th time to honor the dead one by one.Among those at ground zero will be an array of city officials who assured the public that it was safe to return to L ...  Show more

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The danger of forever chemicals
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C&EN Uncovered: Can 'forever chemicals' be destroyed?
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Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, a class of chemicals known as PFAS, are often called "forever chemicals" because of how long they persist in the environment. They are prevalent in drinking water and have been linked to negative health outcomes.

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The forever chemicals in your blood
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The Biden administration has new plans to reduce the amount of PFAS or “forever chemicals” in America’s drinking water. Barbara Moran, WBUR’s climate and environmental correspondent, explains why that will only get us so far. This episode was produced by Avishay Artsy, edited by ...  Show more

Even more forever chemicals
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The chemical manufacturer 3M will pay $10 billion to settle claims it contaminated drinking water with “forever chemicals.” Good thing we already spoke with Barbara Moran, WBUR’s climate and environmental correspondent, who explained these non-stick chemicals that stick around fo ...  Show more