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Fatal Whiff? Why Smelling Some Popular Flowers Could Be Riskier Than You Think
Flowers may be beautiful and fragrant, but many common blooms contain natural plant toxins that can harm people and pets if ingested or handled without care.
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Scientists Find 60,000-Year-Old "Poisoned" Arrows Showing Advanced Prehistoric Hunting Skills
According to the researchers, the poison used on the arrows came from the bulb of the local plant Boophone disticha.
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The Hidden Polluters Threatening Noida's Elite Neighbourhoods
Despite the strictest anti-pollution curbs, there are at least 12 illegal RMC plants, stretching from Sector 94 to 135 along the Yamuna Khadar.
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No Monitoring Of Emissions From 11 Coal Plants Near Delhi For 10 Years: RTI
As Delhi gasps under a toxic haze with the air quality index soaring past 400 into the 'severe' category, necessitating the hasty re-imposition of stringent GRAP-3 restrictions across the NCR.
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Karnataka Man Mixes Poisonous Plant In Neighbour's Food To Avenge Old Feud
Investigators initially found a bottle of pesticide at the home, but during further questioning, the accused revealed that they had used the toxic Datura plant to contaminate the 'sambar' served at lunch.
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Two Workers Die, 2 Hospitalised After Inhaling Toxic Gas At Gujarat Factory
Two workers died and as many were hospitalised after they inhaled toxic gas while cleaning the tank of a food processing factory in Gujarat's Anand district.
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All 337 Tons Of Union Carbide Waste Burnt To Ashes In Madhya Pradesh
All 337 tonnes of waste of the now defunct Union Carbide factory in Bhopal has been burnt to ashes at a disposal plant in Pithampur, nearly six months after being brought to the unit, an official said on Monday.
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This Toxic Plant Causes Paralysis, Involuntary Evil Grin. Here's All About It
A "sardonic grin" refers to a mocking or cynical smile, often implying contempt or bitterness. This term also has roots in ancient Sardinia, linked to the toxic water-dropwort plant that causes paralysis and a twisted, involuntary smile.
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7,000-Year-Old Arrow Poison Found in South Africa, Shows Ancient Hunting Skills
A 7,000-year-old antelope femur found in a South African cave has been identified as the earliest evidence of a multi-component arrow poison. Researchers discovered toxic compounds, including digitoxin and strophanthidin, revealing ancient humans’ advanced knowledge of plant toxins. The study suggests long-distance trade or travel for these ingre...
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4 Workers Die After Inhaling Toxic Gas At Chemical Plant In Gujarat
Four workers died after inhaling toxic fumes following a gas leak at a chemical plant at Dahej in Gujarat's Bharuch district, police said on Sunday.
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Fatal Whiff? Why Smelling Some Popular Flowers Could Be Riskier Than You Think
Flowers may be beautiful and fragrant, but many common blooms contain natural plant toxins that can harm people and pets if ingested or handled without care.
-
Scientists Find 60,000-Year-Old "Poisoned" Arrows Showing Advanced Prehistoric Hunting Skills
According to the researchers, the poison used on the arrows came from the bulb of the local plant Boophone disticha.
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The Hidden Polluters Threatening Noida's Elite Neighbourhoods
Despite the strictest anti-pollution curbs, there are at least 12 illegal RMC plants, stretching from Sector 94 to 135 along the Yamuna Khadar.
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No Monitoring Of Emissions From 11 Coal Plants Near Delhi For 10 Years: RTI
As Delhi gasps under a toxic haze with the air quality index soaring past 400 into the 'severe' category, necessitating the hasty re-imposition of stringent GRAP-3 restrictions across the NCR.
-
Karnataka Man Mixes Poisonous Plant In Neighbour's Food To Avenge Old Feud
Investigators initially found a bottle of pesticide at the home, but during further questioning, the accused revealed that they had used the toxic Datura plant to contaminate the 'sambar' served at lunch.
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Two Workers Die, 2 Hospitalised After Inhaling Toxic Gas At Gujarat Factory
Two workers died and as many were hospitalised after they inhaled toxic gas while cleaning the tank of a food processing factory in Gujarat's Anand district.
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All 337 Tons Of Union Carbide Waste Burnt To Ashes In Madhya Pradesh
All 337 tonnes of waste of the now defunct Union Carbide factory in Bhopal has been burnt to ashes at a disposal plant in Pithampur, nearly six months after being brought to the unit, an official said on Monday.
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This Toxic Plant Causes Paralysis, Involuntary Evil Grin. Here's All About It
A "sardonic grin" refers to a mocking or cynical smile, often implying contempt or bitterness. This term also has roots in ancient Sardinia, linked to the toxic water-dropwort plant that causes paralysis and a twisted, involuntary smile.
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7,000-Year-Old Arrow Poison Found in South Africa, Shows Ancient Hunting Skills
A 7,000-year-old antelope femur found in a South African cave has been identified as the earliest evidence of a multi-component arrow poison. Researchers discovered toxic compounds, including digitoxin and strophanthidin, revealing ancient humans’ advanced knowledge of plant toxins. The study suggests long-distance trade or travel for these ingre...
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4 Workers Die After Inhaling Toxic Gas At Chemical Plant In Gujarat
Four workers died after inhaling toxic fumes following a gas leak at a chemical plant at Dahej in Gujarat's Bharuch district, police said on Sunday.
