Poland's presidential election was a nail-biter. The two main candidates were neck and neck. It was so close that the outcome was uncertain. The two candidates were Rafal Trzaskowski and Karol Nawrocki. The mayor of Warsaw, Rafal Trzaskowski, was slightly ahead in the early results. However, the ma
May is a month of blooming flowers and warmer weather. But for some people, it's also a time of sneezing, itchy eyes, and runny noses. The culprit? Weed pollen. While trees and grasses often get the blame for early-season allergies, weeds like ragweed and mugwort start releasing pollen in late sprin
Urban soils are often contaminated. This is a big problem in cities. The contamination levels can vary greatly from one area to another. This makes it hard to come up with a one-size-fits-all solution. In one city, researchers took a close look at this issue. They collected soil samples from six di
The Bay Area is gearing up for its first heat wave of 2025. This is causing some concern because the high temperatures will also bring unhealthy smog levels. The Bay Area Air District has issued a Spare the Air alert for Friday. This means that people should avoid burning wood and driving to keep p
Colorado has a problem with its fish. The Colorado Department of Health and Environment has put out a warning. It is about rainbow trout from Runyon Lake. These fish have high levels of a chemical called perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS). This chemical is a type of PFAS. PFAS are harmful to humans. T
Plastic waste is a huge problem for our oceans and the birds that call them home. One young person from Holmdel is taking action to change this. Emma Lynn is a 16-year-old student who has always been passionate about nature. She grew up exploring the outdoors and helping to keep it clean. She notice
Air pollution is a big deal. It's not just about smoggy skies and bad smells. It's about how it messes with our health, especially our kidneys. This is what a large study in China found out. They tracked over 5, 000 people to see how air pollution affects kidney function over time. They looked at fi
The air we breathe can have a big impact on our health, especially for athletes who train outdoors. One major concern is particulate matter 2. 5, or PM2. 5. These tiny particles can easily enter the lungs and cause problems. Athletes who exercise in polluted areas might be at a higher risk. A recent
A recent survey has put a spotlight on a worrying trend. Many Americans think that President Donald Trump has been less than open about his health. 45% of those asked in a poll felt that Trump had not been honest about his health status. 42% thought the opposite. This poll, done by YouGov and The Ec
Air pollution doesn't stop at borders. It's a sneaky problem that affects not just the environment, but also people's health and the economy of neighboring areas. This is what they call transboundary air pollution. It's not fair, and it's a big deal. Let's talk about PM2. 5, tiny particles that can
