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Propelling change: can respiratory care cut its carbon footprint without compromising patients?

The chair of global biopharmaceutical company Chiesi explains the importance of investing in environmental and social sustainability

The Guardian - UK · Oct 1

Michael Marra responds after Labour MSP accused of bullying by former staffers

MICHAEL Marra has responded after a Labour MSP was reportedly accused of bullying and creating a “toxic” and “chaotic” working environment by multiple former members of staff ...

The National (Scotland) · Oct 1

After Chernobyl, scientists planted sunflowers to absorb radioactive isotopes

After the Chernobyl and Fukushima disasters, scientists explored using sunflowers for radioactive cleanup. Sunflowers demonstrated effectiveness in absorbing cesium and strontium, particularly from contaminated water. However, absorbing radionuclides from soil proved to be more challenging due to chemical interactions. The approach demonstrated potential in capturing radioactive material, yet it did…

The Times of India · Oct 1

Two million people in England unaware their properties are at risk of flooding

Environment Agency warns residents of 6m at-risk properties to prepare for wet and windy three months ahead

The Guardian - UK · Sep 30

CAFE-III gives auto industry investment clarity, supports cleaner technology adoption: Industry Experts

Industry leaders have welcomed India’s CAFE-III norms, saying the five-year framework provides automakers with greater policy certainty for technology investments and innovation. SIAM, Mahindra and the All India Distillers’ Association highlighted the balance between environmental goals, industry feasibility and energy security. The norms also recognise EVs, hybrids, ethanol-blended fuels and…

The Economic Times · Sep 30

Corporate credit profile remains strong in H1FY27 despite West Asia conflict: Ind Ra

Indian companies' credit profiles showed resilience during the first half of fiscal year 2026-27. Despite the energy shock from the West Asia conflict, rating actions remained limited to a few issuers. The supportive domestic environment contributed to sustaining household purchasing power and controlling inflation. Strong revenue growth was noted across…

The Economic Times · Sep 30

Japan says it’s time for ‘taboo-free’ discussions about acquiring nuclear weapons

Defence minister says non-nuclear principles should be revisited given the current global security ‘crisis’

The Independent UK · Sep 30

'I Didn't See the Rules': Ukrainian Fitness Influencer Apologises After Riding Egg-Laying Turtle in Oman

Ukrainian fitness influencer Vadym Oleynik apologises after footage appeared to show him sitting on a sea turtle at a protected nesting site in Oman.

International Business Times UK · Sep 30

How Stress Triggers Premature Graying in Teens: 6 Ways to Manage Anxiety and Cortisol

Why Stress Turns Hair Gray Faster Than Age DoesA 2020 study published in Nature by researchers at Harvard University found that chronic stress activates the sympathetic nervous system, which floods hair follicles with norepinephrine. This chemical surge causes melanocyte stem cells, the cells responsible for producing melanin, the pigment that…

Times Life · Sep 30

Ukrainian Influencer Faces Legal Action After Viral Video Shows Him Sitting on Sea Turtle While Holding Hatchling

Oman's Environment Authority has confirmed legal action after footage appeared to show Ukrainian influencers disturbing protected sea turtles at a Ras Al Hadd nesting site.

International Business Times UK · Sep 30