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Science news this week: Artemis II lifts off, diabetes cured in mice, and smog in China shapes Arctic storms

April 4, 2026: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend.

LiveScience

Toxic dust from California’s shrinking Salton Sea is harming children’s lung growth – our study tracked the impact in 700 kids

Southern California’s Salton Sea was once a resort playground, with sunny beaches, celebrities and people waterskiing on the vast inland lake in the 1950s and ’60s.

The Conversation

Dangerous lignite: Bosnia and Herzegovina has problems with its energy transition

Will Bosnia-Herzegovina's belated start to the energy transition delay its EU accession? The country is struggling to move away from coal-fired power generation. There is a shortage of desulphurisation plants. The air pollution is at an extreme level. The consequences are serious: Cancer from coal?

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Why reducing air pollution deaths isn’t just about reducing air pollution

Study shows reducing vulnerability to pollution, for example by expanding healthcare access, saves millions of lives

The Guardian - UK

Sharp rise in illnesses as air pollution grips Chiang Mai

Authorities have warned that this year

Bangkok Post

UK looks to relax planning rules for factory farms after industry lobbying

Exclusive: documents chronicle years-long campaign to make it easier to build intensive livestock units

The Guardian - UK

Warming winters lead to more nitrate pollution in the drinking water near farms

Pollution levels in Iowa's water have been abnormally high this winter

The Independent UK

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China's huge push to reduce air pollution had an unexpected consequence in the Arctic

China's cuts to aerosol emissions reduced sea ice loss, but it may have revealed a bigger story about climate change.

LiveScience

How California’s war on smog and its ambitious car pollution rules made everyone’s air cleaner

Cars on the road today are 99% cleaner than they were in 1970. Air quality in the United States is much, much better as a result. In Los Angeles, where I live, lead levels in the air were 50 times higher in the 1970s than today, and the amount of…

The Conversation

Meet Bittu Tabahi: The 20-Year-Old Who Revived a River Single-Handedly

We all know someone who complains about the trash piling up on streets but never lifts a finger to do anything about it. But then there’s Bittu Tabahi, a 20-year-old from Biaora, Madhya Pradesh, who proves that action speaks louder than words. Instead of posting online rants about pollution, Bittu…

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Coal and gas safeguard loopholes failing climate action

Manufacturers are at risk of doing the heavy-lifting under the main industry decarbonisation tool as new analysis identifies coal and gas workarounds.

AAP

A costly plan will keep a steel plant in JD Vance’s hometown running. Locals are aghast: ‘It’s horrible’

Fossil-fuel burning at Ohio facility could burn longer, leaving Middletown residents to face environmental risks

The Guardian - US

The Beckhams' Pond Light Plans Leave Cotswolds Neighbours Fuming With 'Light Pollution' Concerns

David and Victoria Beckham's proposal for pond lighting at their Cotswolds estate has stirred objections from neighbors concerned about light pollution and rural character.

International Business Times UK

Eco Friendly Pet Products That Are Changing the Market

Imagine pampering your furry companion without harming the planet biodegradable chew toys that vanish harmlessly, beds from recycled ocean plastics, and poop bags that compost in months. In 2026, eco friendly pet products aren't just trendy; they're transforming a booming industry, fueled by millennial pet parents who treat pets like…

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The Independent UK

Cocaine bear step aside. Enter sharks who are testing positive for illicit drugs in the Caribbean

Researchers found changes in metabolic markers in some sharks showing signs of having contaminated blood

The Times of India

Study finds sharks with cocaine, painkillers and caffeine in waters off Bahamas

Sharks high on cocaine, caffeine and common painkillers have been detected in waters around the Bahamas. The discovery, made by Brazilian scientists, points to rising levels of pharmaceutical and illicit drug pollution even in relatively remote marine ecosystems.

Evening Standard

More than 1.87m hours of sewage spills in 2025 as drier weather cuts pollution

The Environment Agency figures show there was an average of 20.5 spills per overflow outlet, compared with 31.8 in the previous year.

The Independent UK

Iran war's environmental toll could leave damage and health risks for decades, experts say

The Iran war is unleashing a toxic mix of chemicals, heavy metals and other pollutants that threaten everything from agriculture to drinking water to people’s health

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The Guardian - UK

Sewage released into England’s rivers and seas nearly 300,000 times last year

Campaigners criticise frequent use of storm overflows when parts of the country were in drought for months

Euronews

EU Chemicals Agency backs 'forever chemicals' ban, with final decision to the Commission

The European Chemicals Agency's opinion follows pressure from Sweden, Denmark, Germany, Norway, and the Netherlands to take urgent action to restrict PFAS use due to its environmental and health impact. The European Commission will decide on whether to act upon ECHA's opinion by the end of 2026.

Newslaundry

March 26, 2026: How the Delhi Assembly is swallowing the truth on air monitors

The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of the Delhi Assembly recently said that only 3 of the 40 continuous ambient air quality monitoring systems (CAAQMS) violate the Central Pollution Control Board's location guidelines. These guidelines mandate that no trees or buildings be within a 20-metre radius of the CAAQMS.

The Times of India

Dh1,000 fine, black points, vehicle seizure: UAE’s tough new rule for car owners in emirates explained

UAE authorities are cracking down on loud vehicles and illegal modifications, imposing Dh1,000 fines, 12 black points and 30-day impoundment. This move aims to curb noise pollution, enhance public comfort and ensure urban liveability. The crackdown targets modified exhausts and engine alterations, reflecting a broader commitment to safer, quieter cities…

The Independent UK

EPA approves sale of higher ethanol fuel to try to lower gas prices

The Environmental Protection Agency has announced it would allow gas stations to continue selling slightly cheaper E15 this summer in a move that may be good for drivers and corn growers but will likely contribute to air pollution

Kiplinger

Will Environmental Hazards Make a Mess of Your Estate Plan?

Careful estate planning is vital if property you own could be contaminated. Here's how to avoid handing your beneficiaries a huge legal and financial burden.

Euronews

Five of Europe’s top 10 most polluted cities are in this one country

Two countries dominate the top 10 lists for Europe's most and least polluted cities.

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