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These 13 Places Are So Radioactive, Humans Can't Go Near Them
Amid rising global conflicts and concerns about nuclear weapons, some of the world's most radioactive locations pose severe health risks due to human actions like nuclear tests, power generation, and accidents.
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Heatwaves Increase Risk Of Pregnancy Complications By 1.25 Times: Study
In 222 out of the 247 countries and territories studied, "climate change at least doubled the average annual number of pregnancy heat-risk days experienced during the past five years", the report said.
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How Extreme Work Stress Impacts Woman's Heart Health; Expert Explains
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), heart disease claims 8.9 million female lives globally each year, accounting for 35% of all female deaths globally.
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Slow And Easily Beaten -- Lionel Messi's Miami Project Risks Global Embarrassment
A dejected-looking Lionel Messi walked off the field in defeat on Wednesday after his Inter Miami team were exposed in emphatic fashion by a young Vancouver Whitecaps.
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Experts Urge US To Prepare For Potential Pandemic As A New Virus Spreads In All 50 States
The H5N1 bird flu outbreak in US dairy farms has led to significant animal and human infections.
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Breast Cancer Prevention: 8 Effective Ways To Lower Your Breast Cancer Risk
According to the World Health Organisation, breast cancer caused 670,000 deaths globally in 2022.
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Trump Tariffs Have Increased Financial Stability Risks, Says Global Body
US President Donald Trump's stop-start tariff rollout has "significantly" increased global financial stability risks, the International Monetary Fund said in a report published Tuesday.
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Developing Countries' Climate Targets At Risk Without Finance From Developed World: India
Developing nations will struggle to meet climate targets without sufficient funding from developed countries and the success of this year's UN climate conference depends on whether the Global North fulfils its climate finance commitments, India has s
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US Tariffs Pose "Significant Risk To Global Outlook", Warns IMF
Following US President Donald Trump's announcement of reciprocal tariffs, International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva expressed concern over the impact on the global economy.
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Trump Says Will Be "Kind" With Tariffs As Deadline Looms
US President Donald Trump said Monday he would be "very kind" to trading partners when he unveils further tariffs this week, risking global turmoil to address what he says are unfair trade imbalances.
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Fungi Vital To Life Face Growing Risk Of Extinction: Study
Nearly a third of species of fungi assessed by an international conservation group are at risk of extinction from threats like deforestation and agricultural expansion, the latest 'Red List' of threatened species showed on Thursday.
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As Glaciers Melt, Risk Of Catastrophic Flash Floods Rises For Millions
In mountain ranges around the world, glaciers are melting as global temperatures rise. Europe's Alps and Pyrenees lost 40% of their glacier volume from 2000 to 2023.
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How Melting Glaciers Threaten Biodiversity, Lives And Water Resources
Glacial melting can result in nuclear power plant shutdowns, agriculture and water resources being put at risk, and coastal cities being threatened by flooding.
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India's Ministry of Consumer Affairs Partners with Meta on Digital Consumer Protection Initiative
India's Ministry of Consumer Affairs and Meta have come together to launch a consumer awareness campaign called "Be an Empowered Consumer". The initiative, unveiled by Consumer Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi and Meta's Chief Global Affairs Officer Joel Kaplan aims to enhance digital literacy and protection for online consumers.
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Microplastics Choking Plant Life Could Put 400 Million People At Risk of Starvation In 20 Years: Study
A study finds that microplastics are damaging the photosynthesis of plants, threatening global food security and increasing the risk of starvation for millions.
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These 13 Places Are So Radioactive, Humans Can't Go Near Them
Amid rising global conflicts and concerns about nuclear weapons, some of the world's most radioactive locations pose severe health risks due to human actions like nuclear tests, power generation, and accidents.
-
Heatwaves Increase Risk Of Pregnancy Complications By 1.25 Times: Study
In 222 out of the 247 countries and territories studied, "climate change at least doubled the average annual number of pregnancy heat-risk days experienced during the past five years", the report said.
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How Extreme Work Stress Impacts Woman's Heart Health; Expert Explains
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), heart disease claims 8.9 million female lives globally each year, accounting for 35% of all female deaths globally.
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Slow And Easily Beaten -- Lionel Messi's Miami Project Risks Global Embarrassment
A dejected-looking Lionel Messi walked off the field in defeat on Wednesday after his Inter Miami team were exposed in emphatic fashion by a young Vancouver Whitecaps.
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Experts Urge US To Prepare For Potential Pandemic As A New Virus Spreads In All 50 States
The H5N1 bird flu outbreak in US dairy farms has led to significant animal and human infections.
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Breast Cancer Prevention: 8 Effective Ways To Lower Your Breast Cancer Risk
According to the World Health Organisation, breast cancer caused 670,000 deaths globally in 2022.
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Trump Tariffs Have Increased Financial Stability Risks, Says Global Body
US President Donald Trump's stop-start tariff rollout has "significantly" increased global financial stability risks, the International Monetary Fund said in a report published Tuesday.
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Developing Countries' Climate Targets At Risk Without Finance From Developed World: India
Developing nations will struggle to meet climate targets without sufficient funding from developed countries and the success of this year's UN climate conference depends on whether the Global North fulfils its climate finance commitments, India has s
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US Tariffs Pose "Significant Risk To Global Outlook", Warns IMF
Following US President Donald Trump's announcement of reciprocal tariffs, International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva expressed concern over the impact on the global economy.
-
Trump Says Will Be "Kind" With Tariffs As Deadline Looms
US President Donald Trump said Monday he would be "very kind" to trading partners when he unveils further tariffs this week, risking global turmoil to address what he says are unfair trade imbalances.
-
Fungi Vital To Life Face Growing Risk Of Extinction: Study
Nearly a third of species of fungi assessed by an international conservation group are at risk of extinction from threats like deforestation and agricultural expansion, the latest 'Red List' of threatened species showed on Thursday.
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As Glaciers Melt, Risk Of Catastrophic Flash Floods Rises For Millions
In mountain ranges around the world, glaciers are melting as global temperatures rise. Europe's Alps and Pyrenees lost 40% of their glacier volume from 2000 to 2023.
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How Melting Glaciers Threaten Biodiversity, Lives And Water Resources
Glacial melting can result in nuclear power plant shutdowns, agriculture and water resources being put at risk, and coastal cities being threatened by flooding.
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India's Ministry of Consumer Affairs Partners with Meta on Digital Consumer Protection Initiative
India's Ministry of Consumer Affairs and Meta have come together to launch a consumer awareness campaign called "Be an Empowered Consumer". The initiative, unveiled by Consumer Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi and Meta's Chief Global Affairs Officer Joel Kaplan aims to enhance digital literacy and protection for online consumers.
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Microplastics Choking Plant Life Could Put 400 Million People At Risk of Starvation In 20 Years: Study
A study finds that microplastics are damaging the photosynthesis of plants, threatening global food security and increasing the risk of starvation for millions.
