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Study Links High PM2.5 Pollution Levels to Increased Breast Cancer Risk

September 22, 2023

A recent study conducted jointly by the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) and the National Cancer Institute (NCI) in the United States has revealed a concerning connection between living in areas with high levels of fine particulate matter ..

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State of the Rhino Report

September 22, 2023

A recent report from the International Rhino Foundation sheds light on the escalating threat climate change poses to rhino populations in Africa and Asia. Beyond the persisting challenges of poaching and habitat loss, climate change-induced droughts, floods, and habitat disruptions ..

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Summer 2023 Marks Hottest on Record

September 20, 2023

NASA reports that the summer of 2023 has officially become the hottest on record since temperature tracking began in 1880. This scorching summer, marked by extreme heatwaves in North America, Europe, Asia, and other regions, is primarily attributed to human-induced ..

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40% Increase in Elephant Corridors Across India

September 20, 2023

A recent report released by the central government highlights a significant increase in elephant corridors across 15 elephant range states in India. The number of elephant corridors has risen from 88 in 2010 to 150, a 40% increase. These corridors ..

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Human Activities Drive Extinction of Entire Genera, Threatening the ‘Tree of Life’

September 20, 2023

A recent study warns of a looming sixth mass extinction, attributing the loss of entire branches of the “Tree of Life” to human activities. Unlike previous studies that focused on individual species, this unique research delves into the extinction of ..

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2023 WMO Air Quality and Climate Bulletin

September 9, 2023

A report by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) highlights the link between climate change, heatwaves, wildfires, and rising air pollution, including ozone. WMO emphasizes the interconnectedness of climate change and air quality, calling for integrated solutions to address both challenges. ..

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