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Manhattan's little, quieter island and beyond

Reporting Roosevelt Island since sunrise.

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Are Forever Chemicals in Bottled Water? Are We In Trouble?

Forever chemicals, also known as PFAS, are synthetic compounds that have become ubiquitous in everyday life. These chemicals are widely used in products such as non-stick cookware, carpets, food packaging, and even firefighting foam. However, what many people may not…