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The once-pristine mountain environment of Mount Everest is now littered with everything from oxygen cannisters to the bodies of climbers. And microplastics. Key points: Researchers found microplastics at all 19 sites sampled on Mount Everest This is the highest altitude microplastics have been discovered at The source is believed to be climbers, however atmospheric transfer can't be ruled out Scientists studying plastic pollution on Mount Everest have discovered microplastics as high as 8,440 metres up the mountain, just 408 metres below the peak. This is the first time researchers have looked at microplastics on the mountain, and they were surprised to find them at such high altitudes. The results of their study are published today in  One Earth. "These are the highest microplastics [ever] discovered so far," lead author Imogen Napper from the University of Plymouth said in a statement. "It means that microplastics have been found from the depths of the

If you were waiting for  Wentworth Miller  to reprise his role as Michael for a revival of the Fox series  Prison Break , you’ll be waiting a long time. The actor took to Instagram on Sunday to reveal that he has no plans on returning. In January during TCA, Fox Entertainment president Michael Thorn said that there was a  possibility of a new season of  Prison Break.  However, if that becomes a reality, Miller made it clear that he would not be involved. On Instagram, he thanked fans for his support and spoke out against bullying of the LGBTQ community. He went on to talk about the potential of a new season of  Prison Break.  “I’m out. Of PB. Officially,” he wrote. He continued, “Not [because] of static on social media (although that has centered the issue). I just don’t want to play straight characters. Their stories have been told (and told).” He understood that the show has a rabid fanbase that was hoping for additional seasons. “I understand this is disappointing. I’m sorry,” he sa

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 Here are some facts that you havent heard before.          1.   Human saliva has a painkiller called opiorphin that’s more powerful than morphine.          2. Drinking alcohol with meals can help prevent food poisoning if the drink is more than 10% alcohol, studies show.          3. Popcorn is by far the healthiest snack. It builds bone, muscle, tissue, aids digestion, and is good for the teeth.          4. It is estimated that Earth’s helium supply will have run out by 2030 and party balloons will cost about $90.         5. Red wine has the ability to kill cancer cells.