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The Guardian - UK

How anti-Ulez campaigners misused air pollution finding in Ella Adoo-Kissi-Debrah death

Three years after unprecedented inquest ruling, absence of other cases has left a gap for pollution sceptics to exploit

The Guardian - UK

Drivers likely to benefit from London Ulez, Sadiq Khan to say

Car users can be exposed to more damaging pollution than cyclists, bus passengers or pedestrians, research claims

The Guardian - UK

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‘Protect our home:’ Girl Scouts paint mural in support of resident opposition to proposed data center in South Loop

Local residents continue to rally against the expansion of a data center, citing concerns of noise disruption and potential air pollution, according to the president of the Prairie District Neighborhood Alliance.

Chicago Sun-Times

Edayar industrial unit responsible for discoloration in Periyar River, finds Kerala State Pollution Control Board

Kerala State Pollution Control Board finds illegal discharge of pollutants from Sud-Chemie India Pvt Ltd caused discolouration of Periyar river. Tests revealed presence of chromium. Notice issued to company seeking explanation and steps to prevent future incidents. Tests showed parameters within limit, but untreated discharge of effluents through stormwater drain…

The Hindu

CAG notes shortcomings in solid waste management in urban local bodies

CAG finds glaring weaknesses in waste mgmt in urban areas of Kerala; urges Govt to establish effective mech for monitoring & compliance with rules.

The Hindu

Garment factory polluting waterbodies in Shivamogga, allege villagers

Farmers in Shivamogga protest against Shahi Exports for polluting waterbodies. Residents allege damage to lives & minor industries. Former MP & environmentalist demand closure & accountability. Pollution Control Board issued notices & collecting samples for lab tests.

The Hindu

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The importance of shining a light on hidden toxic histories

Indianapolis proudly claims Elvis’ last concert, Robert Kennedy’s speech in response to Martin Luther King Jr.’s assassination, and the Indianapolis 500. There’s a 9/11 memorial, a Medal of Honor Memorial and a statue of former NFL quarterback Peyton Manning.

The Conversation

How Spiders Can Transfer Mercury Contamination To Animals

Mercury poisoning can lead to digestive problems and even to kidney or brain damage in animals.

Zenger

CM Arvind Kejriwal to announce Delhi's winter action plan on October 1 to check pollution: Environment minister Gopal Rai

NEW DELHI: Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal will announce the winter action plan on October 1 to check pollution in the capital, Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai said on Thursday.

The Times of India

OPINION - Air pollution on the Tube could be our next crisis

Have you ever touched the air vents behind the seats on the Central line? I made that mistake at the weekend and I won’t be repeating it.

Evening Standard

Biden rules on clean cars face crucial test as Republican-led challenges go to appeals court

Efforts by the Biden administration to limit tailpipe pollution from automobiles — a major source of planet-warming emissions — face a crucial test as legal challenges brought by Republican-led states head to a federal appeals court

The Independent UK

Tory plans to rip up river pollution rules in tatters after two defeats in Lords

Labour’s move to oppose erosion of EU-derived laws welcomed by environmental groups

The Guardian - UK

Earth ‘well outside safe operating space for humanity’, scientists find

First complete ‘scientific health check’ shows most global systems beyond stable range in which modern civilisation emerged

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The Guardian - UK

‘A lifeline for dirty cars’: EU backs new air pollution limits, but not until 2035

MEPs vote for WHO guidelines on several substances, but centre-right backlash puts implementation back five years

The Guardian - AU

Newly discovered green comet Nishimura could be visible in Australian skies within days

Astronomer says the best way to spot it will be at sunrise and sunset away from light pollution, but warns comets are unpredictable

The Independent UK

Starmer accused of ‘flip-flopping’ on housing by blocking pollution rules cut

The Labour leader’s spokesman said ‘there are far better ways to build new homes we desperately need rather than greenlighting water pollution’.

Salon

Is "plastic neutral" greenwashing?

Plastic credits can help fund waste cleanup, but they can also justify making more plastic

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The Guardian - UK

Sunak branded ‘inaction man’ at PMQs as Starmer attacks record on schools, prisons and China – as it happened

Labour leader accuses government of failing to heed warnings which has led to series of crises this week

The Hindu

Bengaluru’s traffic takes a deafening turn for the worst

The amended Motor Vehicles Act unequivocally mandates that loud, shrill, musical horns are illegal. But repeated, continuous, unnecessary honking goes absolutely unchecked in road stretches across the city.

The Independent UK

Labour to vote against ‘reckless’ plan to scrap housebuilding pollution rules

The Opposition party argued there are better ways to build new homes than ‘green lighting water pollution’.

The Guardian - UK

Labour to oppose ‘reckless’ Tory plans to rip up EU pollution laws

Party announces it will vote against Conservative bid to scrap river nutrient neutrality rules for housebuilders

Salon

Was acid rain truly a success story?

The U.S. once forged a bipartisan consensus to fight acid rain. Can we do likewise for other ecosystem breakdowns?

The Guardian - UK

Ministers ignored Natural England’s advice on plans to rip up pollution laws

Correspondence shows nature watchdog had recommended that housebuilders pay for pollution

The Hindu

‘Say bye to diesel’: Centre warns automakers of higher taxes in pollution fight

India's Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari plans to propose a 10% tax on diesel engine vehicles to the Finance Minister. This proposal is set to be presented later today. (75)

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