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Long COVID linked to air pollution exposure in young adults – new study

Although COVID-19 infections are typically less severe in young adults, that doesn’t mean they aren’t still at risk of complications from COVID-19. For example, around one in 25 adults aged over 16 have reported suffering from long-term COVID-19 symptoms after their first infection. For some, these symptoms lasted for almost…

The Conversation

When it comes to smog, Cook County in Illinois is the worst neighbor in the country, EPA finds

CHICAGO — When it comes to lung-damaging smog, Chicago and the rest of Cook County are the nation’s worst neighbors.

Chicago Tribune

How a monument to my great-great-grandfather could help tackle the scourge of plastic pollution

A newly restored drinking fountain commemorates my ancestor. We need more to tackle the horror of so many discarded bottles, says Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee

The Guardian - UK

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Minister confident of pollution safeguard’s success

Climate Change Minister Chris Bowen is confident of the success of a proposed pollution safeguard mechanism, despite the Greens' concerns with the scheme.

The New Daily

Minister confident of pollution safeguard's success

Climate Change Minister Chris Bowen is confident of the success of a proposed pollution safeguard mechanism, despite the Greens' concerns with the scheme.

AAP

Haze and blazes hit North

Haze pollution is exceeding safe levels in 36 provinces, particularly in the North, while Bangkok and surrounding provinces will remain blanketed in smog for two more days.

Bangkok Post

NI Primary schools asking parents to stop poisonous car idling

A child’s exposure to pollution is significantly higher during school time

Belfast Live

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Pollution sensing backpacks to help kids breathe easier

Melbourne school children are set to hit the streets kitted out in special air quality monitoring backpacks as part of a study to monitor pollution.

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Air pollution level in Delhi-NCR this winter was lowest for season since 2018: CSE

NEW DELHI: According to the latest analysis of air pollution levels by the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE), this winter saw the cleanest air in the Delhi-NCR region since large-scale monitoring started in 2018.

The Times of India

Justice Dept. sues Louisiana polluters

"EPA is finally treating this health crisis for what it is — an emergency"

Salon

Recycling lake litter, Ugandan makes innovative tourist boat

Africa's Lake Victoria is plagued by pollution and a decline in water levels partly due to climate change

The Independent UK

Battle for clean air: the row raging over London’s ultra-low emission zone

A planned extension to the capital’s ‘Ulez’ has become a political battleground as opponents take legal action to stop it while others say drastic action is vital to fight pollution

The Guardian - UK

Solutions sought as North ravaged by toxic PM2.5

The National Environment Board (NEB) will beef up preventive measures against PM2.5 ultrafine dust after 17 northern provinces have seen smog pollution hit crisis levels.

Bangkok Post

Adam Bandt says Greens could support key Labor climate policy if fossil fuels developments paused

Greens leader says party will negotiate in good faith on proposals that deal with the ‘untenable’ opening of new coal and gas mines

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Rs 60 cr slapped on polluting units, Rs 44 cr recovered: Haryana chief secretary

CHANDIGARH: The Haryana govt has imposed a penalty of Rs 60 crore on the polluting units. Out of these Rs 44 crore has been recovered by Haryana State Pollution Control Board and Rs 15 crore by State Level Environment Impact Assessment Authority Haryana.

Salon

Shipping is causing a carbon nightmare

Eighteen U.S. companies’ cargo ships are causing an "onslaught of pollution,” report finds.

The Times of India

Why mango is the best fruit for your skin

Mango is an excellent source of vitamins A and C, which are both essential for healthy skin. Vitamin A helps to reduce wrinkles and blemishes, while vitamin C helps to boost collagen production and protects the skin from free radicals. Mango is also high in antioxidants, which can help combat…

Birmingham Post

Winvic Construction fined £160,000 for polluting brook at East Midlands Gateway

Water near East Midlands Gateway site was apparently ‘running red with silt pollution’

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Tijuana sewage isn't only in Imperial Beach waves. It's in the air. And San Diegans are breathing it

SAN DIEGO — Sewage pollution spilling over the border from Tijuana into the San Diego region not only threatens the health of surfers and swimmers but potentially those simply breathing the air.

The Guardian - US

Not a breath of fresh air: study finds sewage bacteria in ocean spray

Pathogens such as E coli, norovirus and salmonella can be blown miles into coastal communities after a rainstorm

The Conversation

Mental health: how living in the city and country compare

Is it better to live in a city or in the countryside? While urban dwellers may benefit from more employment opportunities, better access to public services alongside cultural activities and entertainment, people who live in rural areas often argue they have a better sense of community and greater access to…

Bristol Post

Pollution found in river after labrador falls seriously ill

The Environment Agency has confirmed that experts have identified the source of the pollution and an investigation is underway

Manchester Evening News

'Thousands' of dead fish found in major river - and experts are still searching for the cause

The pollution in the river between Macclesfield and Prestbury left white foam on the water's surface

Wales Online

Pollution leak from business turns river bright green

The source has been discovered

The Guardian - UK

River Ouse may become first in England to gain legal rights

Lewes council passes motion recognising Sussex river’s rights to protection, amid growing concerns over pollution of waterways

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