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‘Mystery’ chemical found in millions of Americans’ tap water could be toxic: ‘Good reason to investigate’

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‘Mystery’ chemical found in millions of Americans’ tap water could be toxic: ‘Good reason to investigate’

Researchers say they have identified a previously unknown, potentially toxic chemical in the treated drinking water consumed by millions of Americans. Chloronitramide anion is a byproduct of the decomposition of chloramine, which is used by treatment plants to disinfect drinking water and kill diseases like cholera and typhoid fever. After eluding them for years, researchers … Read more

New toxic dating trend, ‘sledging,’ is a giant red flag: ‘Gen Z should look out’

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New toxic dating trend, ‘sledging,’ is a giant red flag: ‘Gen Z should look out’

Baby, it’s cold outside. But the hearts of “sledgers” are even colder.  Although ‘tis the season to be jolly, hordes of young daters will be left feeling melancholy, owing to a “toxic” new dating trend — which audibly sounds like the fun pastime of “sledding,” but is not.  “Gen Z should look out for signs that … Read more

Vet sounds alarm over ‘super toxic’ Christmas decoration that could kill your pets: ‘A matter of life and death’

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Vet sounds alarm over ‘super toxic’ Christmas decoration that could kill your pets: ‘A matter of life and death’

It could be the kiss of death. Mistletoe is beloved by millions of Americans during the holiday season, with lovers locking lips beneath the festive and flirtatious flora. But before you deck your halls, consider the threat the decoration poses to your pets. “Mistletoe berries are super toxic — they can cause a heart attack … Read more

See which 17 brands made ‘Toxic Hall of Shame’ for using ‘dangerous’ chemicals — Chipotle, Trader Joe’s get Fs on report card

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See which 17 brands made ‘Toxic Hall of Shame’ for using ‘dangerous’ chemicals — Chipotle, Trader Joe’s get Fs on report card

Is your favorite retailer failing you? A new report by Toxic-Free Future, a nonprofit consumer product safety organization, revealed that most retailers in the United States and Canada are falling short when it comes to ensuring that the products they sell are made with the safest chemicals and materials on the market. So how did … Read more

Giraffe intercourse, toxic whales and more: A new book digs deep into animal kingdom ephemera

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Giraffe intercourse, toxic whales and more: A new book digs deep into animal kingdom ephemera

The Greenland shark is the oldest vertebrate on the planet, capable of living hundreds of years in cold waters thousands of feet deep. It is also uniquely smelly. Its body is designed to have the same salt concentration as the ocean — such that it neither loses nor gains water through osmosis — so it has to … Read more

‘Toxic’: 23 year-old reveals problem with modern dating

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‘Toxic’: 23 year-old reveals problem with modern dating

A young Aussie has revealed why he is fed up with “superficial” dating in Australia right now. Zac O’Brien, 23, is a professional martial arts fighter who recently returned from Thailand and has been checking out the Sydney dating scene. The 23-year-old took to TikTok to tell the story of a blind datewhere sparks weren’t exactly flying. … Read more

Peter Gallagher is ‘grateful’ Mischa Barton is ‘still alive’ after dealing with ‘toxic’ fame

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Peter Gallagher is ‘grateful’ Mischa Barton is ‘still alive’ after dealing with ‘toxic’ fame

Peter Gallagher is “grateful” Mischa Barton is “still alive.” The 69-year-old actor spoke about Barton, who was his co-star in “The O.C.,” revealing the level of fame she was dealing with at an early age “can kill you.” Barton, now 38, was just 16 when she was cast as Marissa Cooper in Josh Schwartz’s early … Read more

‘Toxic’ reason Meghan Markle and Prince Harry haven’t been seen together for weeks

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‘Toxic’ reason Meghan Markle and Prince Harry haven’t been seen together for weeks

Two isn’t always better than one. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle haven’t made a joint appearance in more than a month, sparking speculation that their marriage may be in trouble. But a PR expert says their separate public outings don’t have anything to do with their personal life. Instead, Ed Coram James believes it’s all … Read more

Liam Payne had toxic cocktail of drugs in his system — including crack and ‘pink cocaine’ — at time of death: report

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Liam Payne had toxic cocktail of drugs in his system — including crack and ‘pink cocaine’ — at time of death: report

Troubled former One Direction crooner Liam Payne had a toxic cocktail of drugs in his system at the time of his balcony death in Argentina last week — including crack and so-called “pink cocaine,” according to a new report. The 31-year-old died instantly of massive internal and external injuries when he took his lethal fall, … Read more

National Parks Service warns of ‘nightmarish’ toxic plant growing across US: ‘Did it just blink?’

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National Parks Service warns of ‘nightmarish’ toxic plant growing across US: ‘Did it just blink?’

This plant will be the bane of your existence. A poisonous plant called “baneberry” is prompting warnings from park rangers who are urging the public not to consume the toxic vegetation. “Is that plant looking at me?” the National Park Service wrote on Facebook this week alongside a photo of a white baneberry plant, whose … Read more

‘Mental toughness’ campaign is just ‘toxic masculinity rebranded,’ journalist says

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‘Mental toughness’ campaign is just ‘toxic masculinity rebranded,’ journalist says

Cult hero Nedd Brockmann’s gruelling 1600-kilometer charity run is part of a broader trend of men “repackaging mental health as mental toughness”, according to a writer who suggests the “blokeification of mental fitness” is “just toxic masculinity rebranded”. Conceding her “unpopular opinion” was “going to upset some people”, author and journalist Jill Stark stressed that Brockmann had … Read more

Woman reveals wild act after she quit her toxic job: ‘Felt like a victory’

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Woman reveals wild act after she quit her toxic job: ‘Felt like a victory’

When Airlie Rose finally quit her toxic job, she did it in style – taking her office chair with her as she exited the building for the last time. The 36-year-old had been in her job for six and a half years, and was thrilled to find something new. “I was pretty stoked when I … Read more

I pay my tween son to take me on ‘dates’ — haters call me toxic, but here’s why it’s good parenting

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I pay my tween son to take me on ‘dates’ — haters call me toxic, but here’s why it’s good parenting

“Nasty.” “Embarrassing.” “F–king weird.” Mom Melissa Ann Marie’s been virtually pummeled with those epithets — and worse — for routinely giving her 12-year-old son $50 to take her out on monthly dates.  But the San Diego-based singleton says the mommy-and-me rendezvous are strictly wholesome rather than worrisome.  Mom Melissa Ann Marie caught social media backlash … Read more

Drinking alcohol is linked to six types of cancer, experts say: ‘It’s toxic’

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Drinking alcohol is linked to six types of cancer, experts say: ‘It’s toxic’

It’s long been known that no amount of alcohol is good for the body — and now new research spotlights the potential harm it can cause. More than 5% of all cancer cases are caused by drinking alcohol, according to the Cancer Progress Report 2024 from the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR). Among the … Read more

Ellen DeGeneres sought therapy after becoming ‘the most hated person in America’ after toxic workplace scandal

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Ellen DeGeneres sought therapy after becoming ‘the most hated person in America’ after toxic workplace scandal

It wasn’t a laughing matter.  In “For Your Approval,” which is touted as Ellen DeGenres’s final stand-up special, the comedian opened up about her controversies.   “I got kicked out of show business because I’m mean,” DeGeneres, 66, told her audience. “You can’t be mean and be in show business. They’ll kick you out. No mean … Read more

Elle King doesn’t regret sharing trauma of ‘toxic’ relationship with dad Rob Schneider: ‘My truth’

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Elle King doesn’t regret sharing trauma of ‘toxic’ relationship with dad Rob Schneider: ‘My truth’

Rob Schneider’s daughter, Elle King, wasn’t trying to ruffle any feathers when she revealed details of her challenging relationship with her dad.  King, 35, shared last month that she would go “four or five years without talking to” her father, while chatting with Jelly Roll’s wife, Bunnie XO, on her “Dumb Blonde” podcast. In addition, … Read more

‘Glossing’ bosses are the toxic workplace trend ruining employee morale

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‘Glossing’ bosses are the toxic workplace trend ruining employee morale

The office is not alright — but everyone pretends to be. Experts are sounding the alarm about the toxic work behavior called “glossing,” a term referring to a leader’s failure to address workplace issues and hardships which prompts employees to coast at work and suppress negative emotions. Instead of addressing tough times at work, bosses might … Read more

Trojan condoms contain toxic ‘forever chemicals’ linked to cancer: lawsuit

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Trojan condoms contain toxic ‘forever chemicals’ linked to cancer: lawsuit

A new lawsuit on Monday claims that Trojan condoms are not safe because they contain toxic “forever chemicals,” which have been linked to cancer. In a proposed class action filed in Manhattan federal court, the plaintiff Matthew Goodman said Church & Dwight’s products, advertised as “America’s #1 Condom,” are unfit for their intended purpose because they contain per- … Read more

‘Tell Me Lies’ stars tease ‘toxic’ sex scenes after Season 2 premiere: ‘A lot of bad choices’

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‘Tell Me Lies’ stars tease ‘toxic’ sex scenes after Season 2 premiere: ‘A lot of bad choices’

“Tell Me Lies” star Catherine Missal and newcomer Tom Ellis teased the “sensual” but “toxic” sex scenes in Season 2 in an exclusive interview with The Post — and fans won’t be disappointed. Hulu’s drama, based on Carola Lovering’s best-selling novel by the same name, is back for a second season after making headlines for … Read more

George RR Martin slams ‘House of the Dragon,’ warns of ‘toxic’ changes — and appears to spoil Season 3

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George RR Martin slams ‘House of the Dragon,’ warns of ‘toxic’ changes — and appears to spoil Season 3

He’s going full dracarys on “House of the Dragon.”  George RR Martin, who wrote the books that are the basis for “Game of Thrones” and “House of the Dragon,” published a now-deleted blog post on Wednesday slamming the latter. He also appeared to spoil a major plot point from Season 3, which hasn’t filmed or aired … Read more