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Rotting sargassum is choking the Caribbean’s white sand beaches, fueling an economic and public health crisis

By Farah Nibbs, University of Maryland, Baltimore County The Caribbean’s sandy beaches, clear turquoise water and vibrant coral reefs filled with an amazing variety of sea creatures have long been…

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Senegal’s small scale gold miners still use poisonous mercury: how to reduce the harm

BLK News Now! January 8, 2024

By Jacqueline Gerson, Michigan State University “Do not fish in these waters.” “Contains high levels of mercury.” These warnings are shown at thousands of lakes and rivers globally, as well…

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How dirty old used cars from the US and Europe carry on polluting … in Africa

BLK News Now! April 28, 2023

By Daniel Merino, The Conversation and Mend Mariwany The typical car will go for its last drive sometime between its 10th and 15th year on Earth. At this point, the…