One of the world’s most important climate threats has an image problem
A key current in the Atlantic may be slowing down. But changes deep below the waves don’t generate obvious visual narratives.
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Chewing gum is plastic pollution, not a litter problem
The reality is that chewing gum is just another form of plastic pollution, but it is not treated as such.
A potted history of fermented foods – from pickles to kimchi
People have been fermenting food since before the written word.
Sewage pollution: why the UK water industry is broken
Water companies recently released raw sewage near more than 100 beaches across Britain.
What will COVID‑19 look like to geologists in the far future?
They will find minimal traces of the virus itself, but lots of PPE.
Thousands of oysters are being re‑introduced to Dublin Bay as nature’s super water cleaners
Oyster reefs can act as a massive water treatment plant.
What the Anthropocene’s critics overlook – and why it really should be a new geological epoch
Geologists recently voted down a proposal to formally recognise the Anthropocene.
From ‘biologically dead’ to chart‑toppingly clean: how the Thames made an extraordinary recovery over 60 years
Cleaning and reoxygenating the river Thames has helped its biodiversity surge, but there’s still more to be done to make it healthy.
Five Christmas fashion trends we should bring back – and may be found in your wardrobe already
Pyjamas all Christmas day or a jaunty festive silk scarf, these five trends should be brought back this holiday.
Donald Trump wants to bring back plastic straws, but the world is going in another direction
Paper straws aren’t a viable alternative to plastic. But a single fail won’t change the trajectory.
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