DeepSeek V3 & DeepSeek R1 (DeepSeek R1 is the model we used) are new AI models recently released that is currently taken the internet by storm over this past weekend, upending Chat GPT as the number one app on the Apple App Store. We asked it what are the most important stories to date around … Read more
Millions of Americans unknowingly consume tap water tainted with harmful, unregulated chemicals, according to a new study by the Silent Spring Institute. Researchers found over 97 million people in the United States have been exposed to contaminants that pose potential health risks, highlighting a growing concern about water quality nationwide. What Are the Contaminants? The … Read more
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has expanded its Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) to include nine additional “forever chemicals.” This move is aimed at increasing transparency and helping communities monitor the release of these persistent substances into their environments. What Are Forever Chemicals? Forever chemicals, technically referred to as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), are synthetic … Read more
Access to clean drinking water is a fundamental necessity, yet for many Americans, aging infrastructure and lead-contaminated pipes pose a serious threat to public health. Experts Chad Sidell, President of Corona Environmental Consulting, and Dan Tadesco, leader of the Community Water Systems division at BRDA, shed light on these issues and the solutions available to … Read more
Hampton Roads residents are urged to check their water pipes immediately. A new federal mandate requires all U.S. cities to identify and remove lead water service lines, a known health risk. Is Your Water Safe? Hampton Roads officials say the water is safe due to corrosion control programs. These treatments prevent lead and copper from … Read more
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. could play a critical role in reshaping America’s health policies if Donald Trump returns to the White House, with a major focus on addressing chronic disease and reevaluating the safety of public water supplies. In a recent interview with NBC News, Kennedy outlined his vision to tackle what he considers an … Read more
All plastic water bottles, whether single-use or reusable, release microplastics into the liquids they contain. This includes not only low-cost, disposable bottles but also high-end reusable ones marketed as durable and eco-friendly. These plastic fragments, which break off from the bottle itself, present a significant and persistent problem. What Are Microplastics? Microplastics are tiny plastic … Read more
Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, known as PFAS or “forever chemicals,” are a group of over 15,000 synthetic chemicals designed to resist breaking down, both in the environment and in human bodies. Originally developed in the 1940s, PFAS compounds have been widely used for their remarkable nonstick, waterproof, and stain-resistant properties. But in recent years, as … Read more
Contaminated groundwater in parts of North Carolina may take more than 40 years to flush out harmful chemicals known as PFAS, according to a recent study from North Carolina State University. The findings highlight the persistent threat posed by per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in Cumberland and Bladen counties, with significant implications for residents and … Read more
American Water, the largest regulated water and wastewater utility in the United States, recently experienced a significant cyberattack. The New Jersey-based company, which serves over 14 million people across 14 states and 18 military installations, disclosed the breach on Monday. The attack prompted the company to halt its billing system as a precautionary measure. Immediate … Read more