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PFAS levels in 80% of Okayama townsfolk exceed U.S. guidelines
4 Feb 2025 | The Asahi Shimbun
More than 80 percent of Kibi-Chuo residents tested for cancer-causing organic fluorine compounds in their blood had levels exceeding U.S. guidelines, according to town officials.
Attleboro mayor to request $50M for plant to remove PFAS from drinking water
31 Jan 2025 | George W. Rhodes
Mayor Cathleen DeSimone will be sending a request to the city council to borrow $50 million to fund a plant to remove permanent polyfluoroalkyls, or PFAS, from the drinking water supply.
Scientists Think This Oddball Organism Could Help Take the 'Forever' Out of Forever Chemicals
31 Jan 2025 | Popular Mechanics
With the discovery of bacteria with a predilection for PFOS, scientists hope that they can use F11 in remediation for this type of PFAS.
Zeldin to head EPA sparking debate over PFAS regulation and industry influence
30 Jan 2025 | Great Lakes Now
Committee Chairman Sen. Capito (R-WV) asked Zeldin what he would do about the “forever chemicals” problem, and Zeldin noted that he was a member of the PFAS Task Force and also voted for the PFAS Action Act during his former position as New York congressman.
West Virginia Rivers Coalition lawsuit alleges Chemours' PFAS contamination continues
29 Jan 2025 | WTAP
In a federal lawsuit filed last month in the Southern District of West Virginia, The West Virginia Rivers Coalition alleges that the Washington Works plant continues to discharge excessive amounts of PFAS chemicals into the Ohio River.
Record levels of ‘forever chemicals’ found in wildlife near New Mexico base, hunters warned
29 Jan 2025 | AP
Environmental regulators and health officials in New Mexico are warning hunters that harmful chemicals known to cause cancer in people have been found at record levels in birds, small mammals and plants at a lake near Holloman Air Force Base.
PFAS regulation rollback under Trump administration sparks legal and environmental concern
28 Jan 2025 | FSJA
The Trump administration has halted plans to regulate PFAS discharges in wastewater, reversing guidelines developed under the Biden administration.
Notorious US chemical plant polluting water with toxic PFAS, lawsuit claims
27 Jan 2025 | The Guardian
Complaint says Chemours factory dramatized in Hollywood movie Dark Waters continues to pollute West Virginia river.
$20 million from 3M settlement to fund outdoor projects in east metro
27 Jan 2025 | MPR News
Money from Minnesota’s settlement with 3M over “forever chemicals” will soon be available for natural resources projects in the east Twin Cities metro.
Apple sued for using dangerous 'forever chemicals' in Watch bands
27 Jan 2025 | The Register
Apple has been sued for allegedly selling wristbands for its smartwatches that contain high levels of "forever chemicals" known as PFAS that may be linked to harmful health effects in humans.
With funds running out, Maine is at a PFAS crossroads
27 Jan 2025 | Portland Press Herald
A multiagency presentation before lawmakers warns of the difficulty the state will face trying to meet the needs of residents adversely affected by the spreading of sewage sludge containing forever chemicals.
Apple defends Watch bands amid lawsuit over 'toxic' design fail
26 Jan 2025 | MSN
The company told our sister site Tom's Guide: "Apple Watch bands are safe for users to wear. In addition to our own testing, we also work with independent laboratories to conduct rigorous testing and analysis of the materials used in our products, including Apple Watch bands."
U.S. Court Defends Nationwide Drinking Water Standards for PFAS
25 Jan 2025 | Franklin County Free Press
Attorney General Brown emphasized the rule’s role in ensuring safer drinking water, stating, “This rule permits water systems across the country, including here in Maryland, to regulate and treat these harmful substances.” He highlighted the policy’s impact on safeguarding the health of current and future generations.
How safe is your drinking water? Here's what you need to know about impact of 'forever chemicals' on water quality
25 Jan 2025 | Hindustan Times
Senate inquiry raises concerns over PFAS in drinking water, affecting Aboriginal communities reliant on bottled water due to quality issues.
New PFAS treatment facilities aim to clean North Carolina drinking water
25 Jan 2025 | WRAL News
Aqua unveiled seven PFAS treatment facilities in North Carolina, aiming to remove toxic chemicals from drinking water as utilities brace for EPA regulations and potential federal policy changes.