Report Claims Russian Hackers Disrupted Texas Town’s Water Supply

A report published by cybersecurity firm Mandiant last week claimed that a gang of hackers linked to the Russian government has attacked water utility companies around the world, including a treatment plant in the northern Texas town of Muleshoe.

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Bipartisan lawmakers seek answers from Mayorkas after Russian cyberattacks on water systems in US

Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle called for a briefing from Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on water system protection against hackers.

Paris mayor confident River Seine's water quality good enough for Olympic swimming

Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo expressed confidence Tuesday that the River Seine's water quality will allow for Olympic swimming this summer.

2024 Earth Day: 12 eco-friendly ways to celebrate the planet and soak in all its glory

April 22 marks Earth Day, an occasion focused on helping the environment. There are many ways you can celebrate and establish habits to protect the planet.

5 quick Earth Day facts you might not know

Earth Day was born out of environmental activism and has led to the creation of important environmental safety regulations. Each year, it is celebrated by countries around the world.

EPA designates 2 forever chemicals used in cookware as hazardous substances

The Environmental Protection Agency has designated two forever chemicals used in cookware, carpets and firefighting foams as hazardous substances, officials said.

Texas farming crisis looms as US, Mexico spar over long-standing water treaty

Texas farm groups are sounding alarms over water shortages stemming from a dispute between Mexican and U.S. officials over a long-standing water treaty.

California establishes nation's first drinking water limit in response to 'Erin Brockovich' contaminant

California regulators have adopted a drinking water limit on toxic hexavalent chromium, a chemical compound made infamous by the movie “Erin Brockovich."

'Forever chemicals' found in US drinking water, map shows 'hot spots' of highest levels

A study published in the journal Nature Geoscience on April 8 found that higher amounts of PFAS (perfluoroalkyl substances) were found in drinking water in certain parts of the U.S.

River suddenly turns bright green, residents demand tests amid toxic pollution: report

A waterway in a small Russian city has turned bright green and residents are demanding tests amid fears of toxic pollution in the area.

Crop-rich California region may fall under state monitoring to preserve groundwater flow

In a first-of-its kind move, California might regulate groundwater use in part of San Joaquin Valley; this comes 10 years after lawmakers tasked local communities with managing the resource.

Wisconsin Republican leaders ignore the governor's request to spend $125M to combat 'forever chemicals'

Republican leaders in Wisconsin will not attend Gov. Tony Evers' most recent meeting to discuss the spending of $125 million in an effort to combat PFAS chemicals in polluted groundwater.

Why is the EPA regulating PFAS and what are these 'forever chemicals'?

The Environmental Protection Agency finalized limits on Wednesday on some types of PFAS in drinking water; the move will reduce exposure for millions of people.

Colombia's Capital Begins Water Rationing, Asks Couples to Bathe Together

Colombia's capital city, Bogotá, will begin rolling water rationing on Thursday for at least a year, Mayor Carlos Fernando Galán announced.

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Biden admin enacts first-ever PFAS 'forever chemical' limits on drinking water

The EPA enacted new first-of-its-kind restrictions on toxic "forever chemicals," known as PFAS, in drinking water. Exposure is linked to adverse health effects like low birth weight.

Death Island ferry fire: Terrified tourists leap into waters off Thailand: video

A ferry boat with more than 100 people caught fire in Thailand early Thursday, forcing some to jump overboard in fear while a rescue boat saved the remainder.

Treated radioactive water discharge at Japan's Fukushima nuclear plant prompts meeting in China

Japan has engaged in talks with Chinese experts to address concerns about the release of treated radioactive wastewater from the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant.

Heartbreaking new details revealed in tragic death of girl sucked into hotel swimming pool hole

Harrowing new details have been revealed about the tragic day an 8-year-old girl died when she was swimming at a Doubletree by Hilton swimming pool in Houston, Texas.

Baltimore bridge collapse: What to do in case your car is submerged in water

Car submersions happen across the U.S. more often than people think — and after the Baltimore bridge collapse, the topic is on people's minds. A driver rehabilitation specialist shared tips.

Mad Maxine Waters Says Trump Is ‘Attempting to Organize His Domestic Terrorists’

New in PJ Media: Rep. Maxine Waters (D-Rage, Race-Hate, and Insanity) is enraged over the fact that Donald Trump has called upon his supporters to protest when he is arrested. According to Mad Maxine, Trump was employing one of those “dog whistles” that Leftists so often like to accuse patriots of using. She claimed that what the […]

Roger Waters Claims His ‘Free Speech’ is Being Denied, Promises to Sue German Cities

Roger Waters is the world’s best-known antisemite. He hates Israel with a passion, despises every aspect of the Jewish state, a wicked country that he claims – despite all the evidence to the contrary — practices apartheid, is a “colonial-settler” enterprise erected on “stolen Palestinian land,” and kills Palestinians in a “genocide.” He’s been a […]