Mysterious Blobs Puzzle Newfoundland and Labrador

Mysterious white blobs have been washing up along the shores of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, sparking extensive investigations by Canadian authorities. First noticed in early September, these blobs have been described by locals as resembling 'touton dough' and range in size from small coins to dinner plates. Despite efforts by Environment and Climate Change Canada involving aerial and underwater surveys, the blobs' exact composition and source remain unidentified, although they are speculated to be plant-based. The blobs have been ruled out as hydrocarbons, biofuels, or whale emissions, but concerns about their safety persist, especially given their unusual combustibility. Authorities are considering the possibility of environmental violations, while local residents continue to speculate about their origins, suggesting everything from paraffin wax to ambergris. The phenomenon remains a mystery, with federal scientists continuing to conduct tests to determine their nature and potential impact.