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At least 60% of US population may face ‘forever chemicals’ in tap water, tests suggest

Federal tests of one-third of water systems find 70 million Americans exposed to PFAS – suggesting 200 million affected overall

The Guardian - US

The US justice department must drop spy charges against Julian Assange

As the UK considers extraditing the WikiLeaks founder, American press freedom hangs in the balance

The Guardian - US

EPA Rethinks EV Standards, Biden Administration Adjusts Expectations

Updates on the U.S. administration's reconsideration of EV adoption strategy, amid concerns from automakers and political debates.

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The Honda Accord Makes A Strong Case For Hybrids

Power and efficiency that asks virtually nothing of the driver; Honda’s two-motor hybrid system is wonderful.

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Biden administration considering delaying timeline for electric vehicle shift

Get the latest update on the EPA's potential rule change on tailpipe emissions and the Biden administration's approach to shifting to electric vehicles.

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Biden Administration Reportedly Slows EV Transition Through 2030 Amid Industry Pushback

The EPA proposed a stringent emissions requirement last year, drawing criticism from some of the world's most dominant automakers and raising concerns about the impact on workers in the sector.

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Bob Brown arrested at Tasmania logging protest – as it happened

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Asbestos cases grow as recyclers call for better checks

Seven more sites have been confirmed as contaminated with asbestos in Sydney as the tainted mulch scandal expands to Canberra.

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Morrison accuses UN of anti-Semitism

Scott Morrison takes aim at the UN in response to the conflict in Palestine, we’re getting a lot more warships to combat the threat of China, and Julian Assange’s legal options have almost run out.

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Morning Mail: asbestos crisis ‘destined to happen’; fears over Putin’s next move; Gaza ceasefire hopes fade

NSW EPA abandoned much-needed reforms in 2022 for one type of recycled soil product, senior compliance officer says

The Guardian - AU

Ex-senior watchdog staffer says NSW asbestos crisis ‘destined to happen’ after decade of regulatory failure

Exclusive: Former compliance officer Jason Scarborough criticises Environment Protection Authority and industry over ‘lost opportunity’ to prevent contamination

The Guardian - AU

Thousands of NSW students to stay home after asbestos found in mulch at two more Sydney schools

Positive tests recorded at schools in Marsden Park and Orchard Hills takes total number of sites to have tested positive to 34 since early January

The Guardian - AU

Swift tests clear Olympic Park but asbestos at schools

Asbestos has been confirmed at two more Sydney schools with results pending for four others, while the city's Olympic Park has been cleared.

AAP

Biden Administration May Relax EPA Rules Driving Electric Vehicles: Report

Potentially bowing to dealer, automaker and union pressure, the Biden Administration may back off rules leading to wider EV adoption.

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School one of four more sites laced with asbestos

The NSW Environment Protection Agency has identified four more public sites across Sydney that have been contaminated with asbestos, including a second school.

The Guardian - AU

Testing regime meant to stop toxic chemicals going into NSW landscape products gamed by suppliers

Exclusive: Manufacturers retest contaminated soil fill until it ‘complies’ with regulations and can then be used at childcare centres, schools or parks

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Auto industry concerned as Biden pushes EV market share goal

The EPA under President Biden is implementing new emission standards for the auto industry, raising concerns about feasibility and economic impact. Michiga...

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Taylor Swift concerts to go ahead in Sydney despite asbestos testing at Olympic Park precinct

Environment minister says authorities are testing mulch in the area but any issues would be resolved before pop star’s sold-out shows at Accor Stadium

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Logging backflip 'won't save gliders from extinction'

Scientists and conservation groups say a backflip by the NSW environmental watchdog will do little to shield greater gliders from the effects of logging.

The Guardian - AU

Asbestos crisis hits Sydney as hazardous material found in mulch at parks and schools

More than 20 sites contaminated with asbestos-laden mulch, forcing school closures and the cancellation of a Mardi Gras celebration

Newcastle Herald

EPA 'not aware' of asbestos-tainted mulch in Hunter as concern spreads

Local councils say they make most of their own mulch.

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Chemical banned on edible plants found in Cheerios and Quaker Oats

A recent study found that the banned chemical chlormequat has been detected in popular breakfast cereals like Cheerios and Quaker Oats. Approximately 80% o...

The Guardian - AU

Dutton says reports of WA boat arrival ‘disturbing’; Barnaby Joyce denies drinking problem – as it happened

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Taylor Swift fans assured mulch issue won't stop shows

Asbestos-tainted mulch has been found at further sites as the NSW Environment Minister blames regulatory failure for the growing scandal.

The Guardian - UK

‘A lot higher than we expected’: Russian arms production worries Europe’s war planners

Moscow has massively ramped up its industry, giving it advantages in Ukraine and leading to a redistribution of wealth

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