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Sargasso Sea Faces Unprecedented Threats From Climate Change And Pollution

Explore the unique ecosystem of the Sargasso Sea, facing threats from pollution and climate change. Learn about its biodiversity and historical significance.

Thames Water blames climate change after sewage discharge into rivers doubles

Firm under fire as it admits huge increase in pollution as it pushes for 59 per cent bill hike and pays out £195million to shareholders

Evening Standard · Jul 9, 2024

Nato’s 2023 military spending produced about 233m metric tonnes of CO2 – report

Report says member states poured $1.34tn into their militaries last year – an increase of $126bn from 2022

The Guardian - US · Jul 9, 2024

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Rise in sewage pollution from Thames Water’s ageing treatment works

Incidents from sites and pipe network increased by 19 last year to 350 amid delays in investment, company says

The Guardian - UK · Jul 9, 2024

From water to wood-burning stoves: 11 green challenges Labour must solve

New government faces massive task in repairing UK’s degraded environment and fighting climate crisis. Here’s what will be top of its in-tray

The Guardian - UK · Jul 9, 2024

Wildfire smoke linked to thousands of premature deaths every year in California alone

When wildfires rage, the immediate threat is obvious – but smoke from the fires actually kills far more people than the flames.

The Conversation · Jul 8, 2024

Air pollution reduces chances of successful IVF, study finds

Exposure to fine particulate matter in two weeks leading up to egg collection cuts odds of live birth fell by 38%

The Independent UK · Jul 8, 2024

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Air Pollution Affects Life Even Before Conception; Study Says It Cuts IVF Odds

Exposure to fine particulate matter before egg retrieval (oocyte retrieval) in IVF can reduce live birth odds by around 40%.

Medical Daily · Jul 8, 2024

New pill can increase IVF success rates, study suggests

Experts said they found a ‘clinically significant’ uptick in pregnancy rates during a clinical trial.

The Independent UK · Jul 7, 2024

Air pollution can decrease odds of live birth after IVF by 38%, study finds

Research suggests impact of pollution begins before conception by disrupting the development of the egg

The Guardian - UK · Jul 7, 2024

Air pollution: Everything you need to know about this silent threat

Every day, millions of Indians step outside, take a deep breath, and carry on with their lives. But what if that simple act of breathing is slowly harming us? Air pollution, an invisible enemy, has become a silent killer, claiming thousands of lives across the country each year.

The Times of India · Jul 7, 2024

Hafta letters: Delhi, Khalistan, competitive exams

Following the media stories from Delhi, it seems every year is Groundhog Day. May-June bring stories of water shortages; July will bring stories of flooding and waterlogging, soon followed by dengue. Then, after a brief respite, we will get pollution from farm fires and Diwali in the winter months, and…

Newslaundry · Jul 6, 2024

Science and music festival Starmus 2025 will return to the Canary Islands

Starmus 2025 will be held on the island of La Palma in April 2025. The festival will focus on the challenges of space debris and how light pollution is impacting our view of the night sky.

Space · Jul 4, 2024

Google's greenhouse gas emissions are soaring because of AI data centres

The energy required to power AI data centres has caused Google's greenhouse gas emissions to increase 48 percent since 2019. Meanwhile, General Motors is faced with a $146 million fine to settle allegations that its vehicles released more pollution than the carmaker reported. But first, Bolivia's president has announced that…

France 24 · Jul 4, 2024

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International Business Times · Jul 4, 2024

Air Pollution Drives 7% Of Deaths In Big Indian Cities: Study

More than seven percent of all deaths in 10 of India's biggest cities are linked to air pollution, a large study said Thursday, leading researchers to call for action to save tens of thousands of lives a year.

The Conversation · Jul 3, 2024

Ghana’s schools don’t teach enough about geoscience: why kids need to know how the planet works

Over the last few decades Ghana has seen a rise in environmental degradation such as pollution, deforestation and land degradation. These have been driven by urbanisation, industrialisation, carbon emissions and waste burning. Environmental problems have an impact on public health and the economy. One path to finding solutions is geoscience…

The Guardian - UK · Jul 3, 2024

Artificial light on coastlines lures small fish to their doom, coral reef study finds

Light pollution acts as ‘midnight fridge’, drawing in young fish, then predators, according to tests in French Polynesia

The Times of India · Jul 3, 2024

Protect your eyes from air pollution: Essential tips for healthier vision power

Our eyes are constantly exposed to heat, dust, dry air, and smoke, which can lead to various eye diseases in summer. Hence, eye protection from air pollution in summer is vital to keep eyes healthy.

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The Conversation · Jul 2, 2024

Renationalising water could fix sewage crisis – but no major party will do it

Privatised water companies discharged raw sewage into rivers and the sea around England and Wales for 3.6 million hours in 2023 – double the previous year’s total. For a sense of how bad the problem is today, check this map of the south-east of the UK which shows how much…

The Guardian - UK · Jul 2, 2024

Ruling paves way for businesses and public to sue water firms over sewage

Decision by supreme court means water companies could be sued for damage caused by dumping of human waste

Inverse · Jul 2, 2024

The Forgotten Factor Driving Rising Asthma Rates, Developmental Delays, and Cognitive Declines

Our environments play a crucial role in chronic conditions like heart disease, says physician Rosalind J. Wright.

The Guardian - US · Jul 1, 2024

US supreme court decisions: the biggest cases this term and their outcomes

The court has wrapped up its term, issuing a string of blockbuster decisions with the conservative supermajority in the driver’s seat

Homes & Gardens · Jul 1, 2024

7 common household items that are polluting your air

Learn what household items are polluting the air around you in your home

Medical Daily · Jul 1, 2024

Exposure To Air Pollution In Childhood Linked To Bronchitis Risk Later In Life: Study

The study discovered that childhood exposure to air pollution is linked to lung issues during childhood, which in turn are consistently associated with respiratory problems in adulthood.

Homes & Gardens · Jun 30, 2024

How to use plants to reduce noise pollution – plus 9 of the best varieties for the job

Plants and greenery can block unwanted sound in your yard and balcony, for a more tranquil outdoor space

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