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A potential huge cost looms for drinking water producers — so-called forever chemicals or PFAS. Bloomington and Normal water departments expect regulation will eventually require removal of PFAS.

Illinois State University professor David Lane explores the world of tattooists in his new book, "The Other End of the Needle: Continuity and Change among Tattoo Workers."

Oil production in the tar sands of Canada is increasing as the demand for crude in the United States rises. The production of synthetic crude may meet U.S. needs, but it comes at a cost.

In a series of reports for Radio Expeditions, Elizabeth Arnold journeys to Sri Lanka with one of the first teams to assess the environmental aftermath of the deadly Indian Ocean tsunami.

NPR's a Martinez talks to Lisa Speer of the Natural Resources Defense Council's International Oceans program, about a treaty that will open the door to more marine conservation.

Rebecca Hersher (she/her) is a reporter on NPR's Science Desk, where she reports on outbreaks, natural disasters, and environmental and health research. Since coming to NPR in 2011, she has covered the Ebola outbreak in West Africa, embedded with the Afghan army after the American combat mission ended, and reported on floods and hurricanes in the U.S. She's also reported on research about puppies. Before her work on the Science Desk, she was a producer for NPR's Weekend All Things Considered in Los Angeles.

There are traditional structures at the play park, like the swings, but even those have a wooden frame. Then there’s the mystical notes and designs, like the wooden mushroom pockets, the carved animals, and the interactive spaces like the sand pit.

The Museum for the United Nations has partnered with musicians to re-release some of their songs with added nature sounds to generate royalties for conservation efforts.

Ever since the Soviet Union collapsed two decades ago, many Russians have felt they were a nation in retreat. But Prime Minister Vladimir Putin sees the Arctic as a place for Russia to expand, with an eye on its natural resources.