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Fiscal environment, GST: States struggle to raise health spending

Unable to eat, and depending solely on oral rehydration solutions, Ahmed* (40) spent the last 15 days of his life hoping to get an endoscopic procedure at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in Delhi, 350 km away from his hometown in Farrukhabad, Uttar Pradesh. He died on July…

Newslaundry · Aug 5, 2024

Lessons from Ladakh: the Himalayan birthplace of the localisation movement

I Wrote The Book On It: Helena Norberg-Hodge, the author of Ancient Futures: Learning from Ladakh for a Globalizing World and founder of Local Futures shares big lessons from ancient traditions on the Tibetan Plateau 

Evening Standard · Aug 4, 2024

Australian photographer celebrates indigenous heritage at French festival

The picturesque village of La Gacilly in Brittany, western France, is home to an annual photo festival focusing on the environment and social issues – and this year, Australia is the guest of honour. Among 11 Australian photographers featured is Bobbi Lockyer, who is keen to share her indigenous heritage…

Radio France Internationale · Aug 4, 2024

Chevron to move its headquarters from California to Texas

The oil giant said it will relocate to Houston. It’s the latest company seeking a laxer, more business-friendly regulatory environment in Texas.

The Texas Tribune · Aug 2, 2024

Sustainability and resilience: What do they mean, and how do they matter for policy?

“Sustainability” and “resilience” have become buzzwords in recent years, but many people don’t know what either term really means. As an economist who studies environmental issues, I believe an important first step to solving any problem is to define your terms clearly.

The Conversation · Aug 2, 2024

Why are mushrooms growing in my yard? Experts share 3 reasons why fungi keeps popping up in your garden

Mushrooms certainly have an ornamental value, but some varieties are poisonous and it might be best to remove them

Homes & Gardens · Aug 2, 2024

Join the Big Butterfly Count and help the environment - here's how to get involved

Almost 95,000 people took part last year

GoodToKnow · Aug 2, 2024

Israeli Olympians Try To Tune Out Threats, Boos And War

Israel's biggest ever Olympic team has faced a "tough" environment during the Paris Games, the head of their delegation told AFP after a week featuring sometimes hostile crowds, online harassment and tragedy back home.

International Business Times · Aug 2, 2024

British Airways Parent IAG Drops Bid For Air Europa

Airline giant IAG, owner of Spanish airline Iberia and British Airways, said Thursday it had dropped its bid to buy Spain's Air Europa due to the "current regulatory environment".

International Business Times · Aug 1, 2024

Rohde & Schwarz To Showcase Latest Updates To Gallium, StreamMaster, PRISMON At IBC Show

Its Gallium and StreamMaster playout environment now runs on the latest Windows and Linus releases

TV Tech · Aug 1, 2024