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Fort McMurray fires cause air pollution spike on other side of continent

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CBC news Smoke from Alberta fire was so massive the plumes created their own environmental system. Story here. Near "Fort Mac" spring '16. Photo by  DarrenRD

DEEP TROUBLE - 7 right whales entangled this summer, new data shows

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CBC news Fishing lines killed at least 2 whales, and 2 others were freed by rescuers.  Story here. We destroy our kindred creatures in ways that are varied and wondrous. This northern right whale was run over by a ship. Photo by NOAA.

Higher orange juice prices on the way in wake of Irma's damage to Florida groves

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CBC news Canadians drink a lot of Florida juice, but hurricane has destroyed this year's crop. Story here. A familiar breakfast - with a familiar beverage. Photo by  Kklerks

Group calls for the government of Manitoba not to ease hog rules

The Winnipeg SUN A group that fears relaxed hog rules will heighten water pollution has united to fight against the proposed changes. Story here.

The list of diseases linked to air pollution is growing

ScienceNews As governments decide what to do about air quality, studies connect an array of health problems to dirty air. Story here.

A million tons of feces and an unbearable stench: life near industrial pig farms

the guardian North Carolina’s hog industry has been the subject of litigation, investigation, legislation and regulation. But are its health and environmental risks finally getting too much? Story here.