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Bengaluru air five times worse than WHO guidelines, finds Greenpeace India study

Greenpeace India in its latest report on air pollution has stated that Bengalurueans breathe air five times worse than the World Health Organisation guidelines

The Hindu

What is going wrong with the water quality at Barry Island?

Levels of bacteria in the seawater at both of Barry's main beaches have been rising

Wales Online

Particulate pollution increasing in Rajasthan’s cities, says CSE report

On several days in a year, ground-level ozone has started to exceed the eight-hour average standard in all the non-attainment cities, with Jaipur being the most affected

The Hindu

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How far you have to travel to see a sky free of light pollution

As light pollution grows each year, truly dark skies might get harder to find.

Axios

Threat of air pollution, climate change

In some parts of the world, air pollution is called an "invisible killer" because it cannot be seen in the atmosphere but greatly impacts human health. Unfortunately, levels of air pollution in Thailand are often so far in excess of World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines to protect health that the…

Bangkok Post

Wildfire smoke FAQ: What’s happening with air quality right now and why? What are the risks? How do I protect myself short-term? What about long-term protection? Is this the ‘new normal?’

With wildfire smoke affecting most of North America, what are the best ways to minimize the health impacts of air pollution under climate change? Here are answers to some key questions about the ongoing air quality problems.

The Conversation

Tamil Nadu government plans to introduce voluntary green rating programme for industries

The Tamil Nadu government is planning to introduce a voluntary green rating programme for industries, including organisations such as hospitals and wedding halls, involving the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board

The Hindu

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Dyson Zone review: This is not what I expected

The Dyson Zone air-purifying and noise-canceling headphones look awesome and feel futuristic, but they lack enough practicality on the average day for most people.

Tom’s Guide

Here's how NPR reporters around the world are dealing with air pollution

As Canada and parts of the U.S. confront declines in air quality due to smoke from Canadian wildfires, NPR reporters in Asia, Latin America and Africa share their experiences.

WEKU

For many cities around the world, bad air an inescapable part of life

Thick, smoky air from Canadian wildfires made for days of misery in New York City and across the U.S. Northeast this week

The Independent UK

Failure in New York's air quality crisis

"It’s been a lackluster, underwhelming, frankly problematic response."

Salon

First Thing: Donald Trump charged with illegal retention of classified documents

Ex-president to be prosecuted for obstruction and violating Espionage Act over Mar-a-Lago documents. Plus, the doctors helping Republicans attack trans healthcare

The Guardian - UK

Staying safe in smoky air is particularly important for some people. Here's how

Much of the Northeast U.S. is blanketed in a murky haze of wildfire smoke. For most people breathing this air is unpleasant, for others it can be life-threatening. There are ways to reduce the risk.

WEKU

3 lessons from the Western U.S. for dealing with wildfire smoke

How bad does the air get inside your house? What should schools do about recess? Western states have grappled with all that before.

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Surviving the smoke-pocalypse 101: Californians offer advice to New Yorkers

Orange smoky skies might be a new phenomenon for those on the east coast, but for the American west, it’s just the average summer

LiveScience

NYC's air quality ranked worst of any major city on Wednesday. With climate change, will it happen again?

New York City's normally good air quality rating recently plummeted to the worst of any major city in the world, as wildfire smoke drifted over the city from Canada.

Bangkok Post

Oceans need collaborative effort

As we mark the World Ocean Day 2023 this week, we should take a moment to consider the work that still needs to be done. From marine pollution and climate change to unsustainable practices and declining populations of endangered species, the challenges we face are immense. In the Arafura and…

The Independent UK

Fox News guests and hosts mock people for wearing masks to block dangerous wildfire smoke

‘Are they all snowflakes?’ Fox hosts Sean Hannity, Laura Ingraham and Jeanine Pirro mock dire health warnings as NYC records worst air pollution readings in the world

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The Guardian - US

Air pollution in US from wildfire smoke is worst in recent recorded history

Exclusive: rapid analysis of extreme event by Stanford University shows worst day of exposure to such pollution since 2006

Tom’s Guide

The air pollution crisis shows that Apple Watch still needs a vital Health feature

We shouldn't have to choose between the Apple Watch's rewards and listening to our body.

Inverse

Can I Exercise in Poor Air Quality? Here's What's Safe — and Dangerous — To Do Right Now

The smoky air is so harmful that everyone should stay inside.

Evening Standard

OPINION - Tech & Science Daily podcast: New York hits air quality pollution record following Canada wildfires

New York’s air quality remains in the ‘very unhealthy’ category, as more smoke pours in from Canada’s devastating wildfires.

The Guardian - US

Canada wildfires smoke could linger over parts of US for days, officials warn

Millions of Americans remain under air pollution warnings as schools close and air travel is disrupted

Texas Observer

Over 20 Years, Texas Allowed 1 Billion Pounds Excess Emissions

So-called "excess" emissions have ballooned in Texas, thanks to an almost total lack of enforcement, report Grist and Science Friday.

Evening Standard

Why is New York City’s air quality so bad?

Pollution from Canadian wildfires has made New York’s air quality the worst of any city in the world

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