"It has that sense of a bomb that's going to go off."
The tiny, omnipresent pieces of plastic are linked to a wide array of health problems in humans and animals.
A deep dive into the petrochemical industry's proposals for the global plastics treaty.
The reentry of defunct satellites is anticipated to increase the amount of harmful chemicals in the atmosphere by nearly 650% over natural levels.
The defunct satellite broke apart into more than 100 pieces, raising speculation that it may be the result of an anti-satellite missile test.
A new study found traces of hazardous chemicals from the East Palestine disaster in 16 U.S. states.
The space agency tossed a massive pallet of old batteries from the ISS, and a piece of it fell through a family's roof.
New research finds that 9/11 responders exposed to high levels of dust are more likely to suffer early dementia than those with low exposure or who wore masks.
From England to India, particulate matter in the air runs risks to human health.
Japan's wooden satellite could solve the space trash problem by burning up completely on re-entry, leaving no debris and reducing environmental impacts.
Wildfire smoke causes at least 16,000 deaths per year in the U.S. and is predicted to get worse by 2050.
"These findings identify a previously unknown human exposure route to rubber additives," the authors wrote.
As it turns out, it's quite difficult to keep track of 27,000 objects flying around Earth orbit.
The two satellites came to within less than 30 feet of each other back in February, a distance far closer than initial estimates suggested.
A Florida man, whose home was hit by apparent space junk, faced a struggle to be heard, raising questions about the correct procedures and accountability.
A new study found a link between exposure to artificial outdoor light at night and a greater risk of stroke.
A New York City bill to ban laundry pods is one of many proposed solutions to an environmental disaster.
Two satellites missed each other by less than 66 feet on Wednesday, a close call that could have significantly increased orbital debris.
The removal of so many satellites at once is unprecedented, highlighting the challenges of huge satellite constellations.
Europe's ERS-2 satellite is set to meet its demise in a week or so, officially concluding its trailblazing 16-year mission.
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