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Study adds to growing evidence that health harm from air pollution accumulates through our lifetimes
A study of more than 250,000 people in the UK has shown how air pollution speeds up the progression of lung disease.
More air pollution in people’s home neighbourhoods led to a greater probability of developing one lung illness and then to increased likelihood of multiple illnesses and death. This adds to growing evidence that the health harm from air pollution accumulates through our lifetime.
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Hot natural weather pattern will exacerbate heat-related dangers brought about by climate crisis
The return of El Niño against the backdrop of the climate crisis will hurt people’s health in many parts of the world, scientists have warned.
The hot natural weather pattern is back after three years of its cooler sister, La Niña, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) confirmed last month. As it grows stronger, scientists fear it will raise the risk in some countries of hunger, drought and malaria.
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Observer investigation reveals the shocking state of the country’s protected freshwater sites of special scientific interest
More than 90% of freshwater habitats on England’s most precious rivers are in unfavourable condition, blighted by farming pollution, raw sewage and water abstraction, an Observer investigation reveals.
None of the approximately 40 rivers with protected habitats in England are in overall good health, according to an analysis of government inspection reports. These include the River Avon in Hampshire, the Wensum in Norfolk and the Eden in Cumbria.
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From wilting wheat to stressed pollinators, US farmers and fishermen see unexpected climate effects
This week, farmers across the midwest are preparing for temperatures to reach 115F (46C) as a heat dome covers the region. After a tricky growing season – that seesawed between drought and unseasonably heavy rains – many midwestern farmers worry the extreme heat will scorch, or at least stunt, their already struggling crops.
To say it’s been a hot summer would be an understatement. According to Nasa scientists, July was the hottest month ever recorded. Off the coast of Florida, surface ocean temperatures soared over 101F, bleaching coral reefs. In Arizona, Phoenix residents sweated through a record 31 consecutive days above 110F. Even animals that spend much of their time in the sky, like birds, struggled to keep cool in the sweltering heat.
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Do we really want to live in a democratic world so small-minded that our primary need of our leaders is that they be just like us? Lucinda Holdforth does not
Personal virtues are back in fashion. In the 21st century, Australians are putting up their hands for moral thinking and right action. More than a few will openly scold those who fall short of their high standards. I’m also in favour of personal virtues. I think. I know I am nostalgic for a few vices. So the question arises: what exactly are the modern virtues?
Well, you only have to spend half an hour on LinkedIn – although I really don’t recommend it – to note how the same concepts are elevated time and again: Authenticity, Empathy, Humility. A few others arise, generally along much the same lines. Self-Care is big. So is Vulnerability.
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