Congress has passed a bill preventing the US Environmental Protections Agency from exerting the pollution controls outlined in the Clean Water Act. [Food Politics]
New studies find that walking at least 12,000 steps a day helps to counteract the negative effects of fructose consumption. [NY Times]
A Fremont Count orchardist is trying to bring back the Colorado Orange, a rare variety of local apple with a unique citrus flavor. [NPR]
Researchers find microscopic bits of plastic and glass, skin cells, and dead insects in a sample of German beers, including some of the most popular brands. [Grist]
Ocean acidification is impairing sharks’ sense of smell and hindering their ability to hunt. Scientists and environmentalists fear the ancient carnivore may not be able to adapt quickly enough. [Treehugger]
A Seattle tech company is seeking to help plants survive climate change with an organic seed treatment based on fungi. [Wired]
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