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Experts Urge Year-Round Solutions To Tackle Air Pollution, Not Just Short-Term Fixes
Amid worsening air pollution in the national capital, health experts on Saturday emphasised the need for solutions that work throughout the year, and not for a short period.
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8 Tips To Protect Your Skin From Air Pollution, As Per An Expert
As the AQI continues to degrade to remain in the poor category, it is essential to shield our skin from the environmental stressors
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Expert Explains Why Hair Oiling Beats Complicated Hair Routines: All Benefits Listed
Regular washing, chemical treatments, heat styling and exposure to environmental aggressors like pollution slowly erode the hair's natural strength.
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Why Are Airports Always So Far Away? 5 Surprising Reasons That Make Perfect Sense
If you feel airports should sit right inside the city, here is why planners and aviation experts disagree, plus a look at where cities have tried the opposite.
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Expert Weighs In On Environmental Impact Of Deepfake Videos That Is "Often Overlooked"
An expert suggests that people should be mindful of the environmental impact and consider the consequences of their online activities.
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Rare Orange Shark Spotted In Costa Rica, Experts Reveal Reason Behind Its Bright Colour
More research is needed to explore potential genetic or environmental factors influencing this rare pigmentation anomaly in sharks.
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Supreme Court Upholds Environment Ministry Notification, Junks Exemption Clause For Big Projects
The Supreme Court on Tuesday upheld the January 29 notification of the Ministry of Environment, struck down the contentious clause exempting certain large building and construction projects from prior environmental clearance.
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Lung Cancer No More Smokers' Disease: Experts Reveal How Everyone Is Affected, Even Children
On World Cancer Day, a look at how the change is being driven by environmental, occupational and/or genetic risk factors.
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The Eye-Opening Science Of Close Encounters With Polar Bears
For the last four decades, experts from the Norwegian Polar Institute (NPI) have been keeping tabs on the health and movement of polar bears in the Svalbard archipelago, halfway between Norway and the North Pole.
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Explained: What's Contributing To Record-Breaking Heat In Kashmir
From climate change to environmental degradation, several factors are responsible for the intense heat.
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Saudi Arabia's Mega-City Neom Could Change Weather Patterns, Warns Insider
Donald Wuebbles, a University of Illinois professor of atmospheric science, who serves as a paid adviser to Neom, issued the warning.
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New Study Reveals Recent Ice Gains in Antarctica, But Long-Term Melting Continues
A study led by researchers at Tongji University using NASA's GRACE satellites has observed recent ice gains in Antarctica from 2021 to 2023, mainly due to unusual precipitation. However, the long-term satellite data from 2002 to 2020 shows a significant and accelerating trend of ice loss. However, experts emphasize this short-term gain does not rev...
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"Green Tech Alone Won't Save Us": Experts Warn Of Insufficient Progress Amid Climate Crisis
The rapid growth of green technology innovation may not be sufficient to address the escalating climate crisis and ecological scarcity.
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World’s Largest Iceberg A23a Grounds Near South Georgia, Raising Wildlife and Environmental Concerns
The world’s largest iceberg, A23a, has run aground near South Georgia, a key wildlife haven. Scientists are monitoring its impact on marine life, particularly on penguins and seals, as it could disrupt feeding routes. Some experts suggest the iceberg may also enhance ocean productivity by releasing nutrients. If it fragments, it may pose risks to...
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Scientists Find Wastewater Bacteria That Break Down PET Plastic, Aiding Pollution Control
Research has revealed that bacteria commonly found in wastewater can break down PET plastic, a widely used material in bottles and textiles. Scientists identified a specific enzyme responsible for degrading the plastic into smaller particles. While experts see promise in this discovery, concerns remain about its scalability for tackling large-scale...
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Experts Urge Year-Round Solutions To Tackle Air Pollution, Not Just Short-Term Fixes
Amid worsening air pollution in the national capital, health experts on Saturday emphasised the need for solutions that work throughout the year, and not for a short period.
-
8 Tips To Protect Your Skin From Air Pollution, As Per An Expert
As the AQI continues to degrade to remain in the poor category, it is essential to shield our skin from the environmental stressors
-
Expert Explains Why Hair Oiling Beats Complicated Hair Routines: All Benefits Listed
Regular washing, chemical treatments, heat styling and exposure to environmental aggressors like pollution slowly erode the hair's natural strength.
-
Why Are Airports Always So Far Away? 5 Surprising Reasons That Make Perfect Sense
If you feel airports should sit right inside the city, here is why planners and aviation experts disagree, plus a look at where cities have tried the opposite.
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Expert Weighs In On Environmental Impact Of Deepfake Videos That Is "Often Overlooked"
An expert suggests that people should be mindful of the environmental impact and consider the consequences of their online activities.
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Rare Orange Shark Spotted In Costa Rica, Experts Reveal Reason Behind Its Bright Colour
More research is needed to explore potential genetic or environmental factors influencing this rare pigmentation anomaly in sharks.
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Supreme Court Upholds Environment Ministry Notification, Junks Exemption Clause For Big Projects
The Supreme Court on Tuesday upheld the January 29 notification of the Ministry of Environment, struck down the contentious clause exempting certain large building and construction projects from prior environmental clearance.
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Lung Cancer No More Smokers' Disease: Experts Reveal How Everyone Is Affected, Even Children
On World Cancer Day, a look at how the change is being driven by environmental, occupational and/or genetic risk factors.
-
The Eye-Opening Science Of Close Encounters With Polar Bears
For the last four decades, experts from the Norwegian Polar Institute (NPI) have been keeping tabs on the health and movement of polar bears in the Svalbard archipelago, halfway between Norway and the North Pole.
-
Explained: What's Contributing To Record-Breaking Heat In Kashmir
From climate change to environmental degradation, several factors are responsible for the intense heat.
-
Saudi Arabia's Mega-City Neom Could Change Weather Patterns, Warns Insider
Donald Wuebbles, a University of Illinois professor of atmospheric science, who serves as a paid adviser to Neom, issued the warning.
-
New Study Reveals Recent Ice Gains in Antarctica, But Long-Term Melting Continues
A study led by researchers at Tongji University using NASA's GRACE satellites has observed recent ice gains in Antarctica from 2021 to 2023, mainly due to unusual precipitation. However, the long-term satellite data from 2002 to 2020 shows a significant and accelerating trend of ice loss. However, experts emphasize this short-term gain does not rev...
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"Green Tech Alone Won't Save Us": Experts Warn Of Insufficient Progress Amid Climate Crisis
The rapid growth of green technology innovation may not be sufficient to address the escalating climate crisis and ecological scarcity.
-
World’s Largest Iceberg A23a Grounds Near South Georgia, Raising Wildlife and Environmental Concerns
The world’s largest iceberg, A23a, has run aground near South Georgia, a key wildlife haven. Scientists are monitoring its impact on marine life, particularly on penguins and seals, as it could disrupt feeding routes. Some experts suggest the iceberg may also enhance ocean productivity by releasing nutrients. If it fragments, it may pose risks to...
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Scientists Find Wastewater Bacteria That Break Down PET Plastic, Aiding Pollution Control
Research has revealed that bacteria commonly found in wastewater can break down PET plastic, a widely used material in bottles and textiles. Scientists identified a specific enzyme responsible for degrading the plastic into smaller particles. While experts see promise in this discovery, concerns remain about its scalability for tackling large-scale...
