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UN says ozone layer slowly healing, hole to mend by 2066
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UN says ozone layer slowly healing, hole to mend by 2066

  • By SETH BORENSTEIN AP Science Writer

A United Nations scientific report says Earth's protective ozone layer is slowly but noticeably healing. Scientists say the hole over Antarctica should be fully mended in about 43 years. Monday's report is part of what experts call a success story in tackling a big environmental problem. A worldwide treaty in 1987 banned certain classes of chemicals. Those chemicals munch away at ozone about 18 miles high in the air. The level of those chemicals in the upper atmosphere is down. Scientists hope that this success is an example for how to tackle climate change.

Millbrae extends artificial turf ban
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Millbrae extends artificial turf ban

  • Nicholas Mazzoni Daily Journal staff

Artificial turf will be illegal to install in Millbrae for another year as the City Council awaits the results of a study regarding public hea…

California bans PFAS in fabrics and makeup
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California bans PFAS in fabrics and makeup

  • By Keith Burbank Bay City News Foundation
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Long-lasting chemicals that may be harmful to humans and animals were banned in textiles, cosmetics and personal care products on Thursday by …

On laughter
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On laughter

  • By Erika Pilpre

It has been 330 days since March 13, 2020, the day we were all told to stay home as COVID-19 spread around the world.