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Delhi's AQI turns "very poor" today; Supreme Court criticises Punjab-Haryana for stubble-burning practices
The national capital, Delhi, is once again grappling with a severe air pollution crisis.
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Delhi's air pollution worsens, people say "feels suffocating"
The air quality deteriorated in the national capital on Saturday, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) …
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Delhi AQI remains firmly lodged in the ‘very poor’ category; PM2.5 levels nearly 60 times WHO’s prescribed danger limits
Stubble burning in the neighbouring states has reduced and vehicular emissions, construction dust a…
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Air pollution killed 16 lakh Indians in 2021, concerning Lancet study shows
The Lancet report links air pollution to respiratory, cardiovascular diseases, lung cancer and more.
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More focused than any other govt: Bill Gates applauds India’s efforts to tackle malnutrition, awards it an 'A'
However, when discussing India’s education sector, he remarked, "I think it probably would rate its…
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Delhi’s ‘lit’ skyline on Diwali goes viral; netizens bring attention to the smog-covered skies
Delhi's skyline on Diwali night was breathtaking — quite literally.
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Mental health problem an unaddressed health crisis in India: experts after Economic Survey findings
The indirect economic cost of loss of livelihoods due to mental health is significantly high as it …
PTI
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Reverse Colonialism? UK sees massive boom in migrant populations even as local birth rates decline, with Indians leading the pack
The UK's population rose to 68.3 million in 2023, driven by record levels of net international migr…
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Pakistan shuts down schools as AQI becomes 3x worse than Delhi on Diwali
Pakistan's Lahore is facing an unprecedented air pollution crisis, with its AQI exceeding 1,000, pr…
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The deadly cost of America's housing crisis
America's inability to build enough homes in safe areas is pushing people to buy houses that are in…
Ned Resnikoff
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Climate change may soon be considered a public health emergency worldwide, if doctors get their way
As climate change exacerbates extreme weather, pollution and disease, humans — particularly those f…
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Healthcare in India faces massive strain as costs rise by 14% annually; most expenses paid out-of-pocket
Kidney disease has emerged as a growing concern in India, with Delhi being identified as the kidney…
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Fired from Google after 13 years of service, he used his severance to build a business around helping others with their careers
Google's 2023 layoffs impacted many, including Nicholas Whitaker, who was with the company since 20…
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Parents in the US lack support while expectations are high. As a mom and an educator, I'm not surprised we have a crisis.
As a parent and an educator I know parents who lack support often thinking their struggle is a sign…
Christine Carrig
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A public sector 4-day workweek trial had practically no drawbacks, researchers found
A British council trialed the four-day week, and found that outcomes in 22 of 24 criteria either im…
Nora Redmond
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All work, no play? Nearly 50% of Indians fail to meet WHO’s recommended standard for physical activity
A new study published in The Lancet Global Health paints a concerning picture for India. Nearly hal…
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Bengaluru on dengue alert: City reports over 1,000 cases in 20 days; BBPM Chief falls prey to disease
Bengaluru, Karnataka’s bustling capital, is currently witnessing a worrying surge in dengue fever c…
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Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, just hinted at retirement. Here's how he became an iconic billionaire banker.
Jamie Dimon, the CEO of JPMorgan Chase, began his career in banking at American Express.
Katherine Tangalakis-Lippert
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Crisis in the skies: Pilots aren't getting mental health treatment because they fear they'll lose their wings
An Alaska Airlines pilot hid his depression, then allegedly tried to down a flight. Aviation expert…
Michelle Mark
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America is facing a 'fringe friend' crisis
People, especially Gen Zers, aren't forming as many casual friendships. This is leaving us all sadd…