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Beijing issues wind and sandstorm alerts as air worsens

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BEIJING: Strong winds and blowing sand pushed air pollution higher in China’s capital over the weekend, with city meteorological authorities reporting a sharp rise in PM10, the coarse particulate matter closely associated with dust events. The citywide average PM10 concentration reached 175...
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WHO IARC maps preventable cancer risks across 185 countries

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LYON: Nearly four in 10 cancer cases worldwide could be prevented by reducing exposure to known, modifiable risk factors, according to a new analysis from the World Health Organization and its cancer research agency released for World Cancer Day. The assessment estimated that...
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Greenhouse gas emissions remain a challenge for EU maritime transport

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The European maritime sector is progressing toward sustainability but faces persistent environmental challenges that require further efforts to align with the European Union’s climate and environmental objectives. A new report underscores the sector’s role in trade, economic growth, and energy...