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Tiny plastic particles are infiltrating every corner of the planet—crawling up food chains, swirling in the oceans, settling onto mountaintops, and even accumulating inside our bodies. But beyond the alarming presence of microplastics everywhere, a new and unexpected danger is emerging: they may be supercharging bacteria to become resistant toContinue Reading
The scientific community is on high alert after the United States reported its first death from the H5N1 bird flu in January 2025. The victim, who had been exposed to infected chickens, marks a troubling milestone in the ongoing battle against the virus. Adding to the concern, researchers in TexasContinue Reading
A warm cup of tea is often seen as a source of comfort, but recent research suggests it could come with an unsettling twist—billions of micro- and nanoplastics per sip. Many tea bags are made with materials containing microplastics—tiny plastic particles less than a millimeter in size. When exposed toContinue Reading
Cold and flu season is here, and with it comes that all-too-familiar feeling of being stuffed up, sniffly, or worse—battling a nose that feels completely clogged with mucus. Naturally, your first instinct might be to grab a tissue and blow your nose. It’s a simple fix, right? Well, not always.Continue Reading
The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) has urgently imposed a shellfish ban in seven coastal areas of the country to protect the public from the dangerous effects of toxic red tide. The affected areas include Dumanquillas Bay in Zamboanga del Sur; the coastal waters of Daram Island, ZumarragaContinue Reading
Ah, coffee – the trusty morning companion for millions of us. It’s the hero that kickstarts your day, the warm hug in a mug. But wait, isn’t there a rumor that coffee might dehydrate you? Before you panic and swap your espresso for plain old water, let’s get to theContinue Reading
Toxic watchdog BAN Toxics is sounding the alarm on kiddie plastic slippers sold online, urging consumers to avoid these seemingly innocent items that could pose serious health risks to children. The group purchased colorful kiddie slippers, priced at just ₱45–₱55, from Shopee. Marketed for toddlers aged 1 to 3 yearsContinue Reading
