Environment

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Cancer by car? NGT asks govt, BIS and more to clarify

The National Green Tribunal has initiated an inquiry into the safety of chemicals used in car interiors, such as TDCIPP ...

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Southeast Wisconsin weather: Weakening showers tonight

We're seeing one of the warmer days of the week today with mostly sunny skies and highs in the 80s! Things will be sever...

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Bank of England holds interest rates but Andrew Bailey flags further cuts

The Bank's decision comes after the Fed reduced interest rates by 50 basis points last night, the first cut since the pa...

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Historic rainfall inflicts chaotic floods across four continents

Severe rains bucketed down on central Europe, Africa, Shanghai and the U.S. Carolinas this week, underscoring the extrem...

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S2G Report Reveals Asset Owners Poised to Boost Climate Investments, But Market and Organizational Barriers Remain

Survey finds most asset owners expect to increase climate investments over the next three years, however, several fricti...

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Kevin Conway murder: woman arrested on suspicion of perverting the course of justice

Detectives investigating the murder of Lurgan native Kevin Conway have arrested a 26-year-old woman after a house search...

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Tata Curvv petrol, diesel variant-wise features with price explained

The turbo-petrol engine with 120 hp is available with all variants except top-of-the-line Accomplished+ A variants. The ...

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First Alert Weather: Clearer skies & warmer temps

CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku and John Elliott have the latest weather forecast....

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UK cold weather maps show exact areas facing brunt of freezing -3C Arctic blast

An Arctic blast is set to hit the UK and see temperatures drop to as low as minus five for many parts of the country....

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Singapore’s GenZero to work with Rwanda on carbon offset projects

By David Stanway SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Singapore's low carbon, state-backed investment firm GenZero will collaborate wit...

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Canada may reach 2030 emissions goal without unpopular carbon tax

By Nia Williams (Reuters) - Canada could meet its 2030 emissions target without a carbon tax on consumers, some analysts...

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Central Europe flood deaths rise as citizens race to build defences

Central Europe flood deaths rise as citizens race to build defences...

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Will Gov. Newsom's gasoline storage plan really prevent price spikes at the pump?

Gov. Newsom wants to mandate minimum supplies of gasoline at California-based refineries as a hedge against price spikes...

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John Wheeler: Warm weather is unlikely to last too many more weeks

The placement of the Jet Stream across North America suggest at least some likelihood of some cold periods this winter, ...

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‘Blue Light’s star Neil Keery in Maghaberry Prison to pass on acting tips to prisoners

‘Blue Lights’ TV drama star Neil Keery has gone behind bars in Maghaberry Prison to lend his support to a new prison...

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Red Cross assisting farmers grow bamboo trees to stabilize river banks

The Kenya Red Cross Society has started a programme to assist irrigation farmers along the river Tana grow bamboo trees ...

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Czechs to provide $1.3 billion for flood damage in 2024 budget amendment

PRAGUE (Reuters) - The Czech finance ministry will provide 30 billion crowns ($1.34 billion) to tackle flood damage unde...

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Guidehouse Insights Estimates 7% of Long-Haul Trucks Will be Electric by 2033

Market barriers include purchase price, infrastructure, and scarcity of production capacity BOULDER, Colo., Sept. 19, 20...

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BMW X7 Signature Edition launched at Rs 1.33 crore: Design, features, engine and more

BMW has unveiled the X7 Signature Edition luxury crossover SUV in India, starting at Rs 1.33 crore. Manufactured locally...

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The exact time parts of London will be hit by thunderstorms as warning issued

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for thunderstorms across parts of London, see where....

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Poland’s third-largest city braces for peaking floods

By Barbara Erling WROCLAW, Poland (Reuters) - Poland's third-largest city Wroclaw was bracing for peaking flood waters o...

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What we know about the fire 'pandemic' plaguing Brazil

Brazil is burning. From the Amazon rainforest to the Pantanal wetlands, flames have consumed millions of hectares of for...

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New research re-envisions Earth's mantle as a relatively uniform reservoir

Lavas from hotspots—whether erupting in Hawaii, Samoa or Iceland—likely originate from a worldwide, uniform reservoi...

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EPA Watchdog Says Officials Violated Whistleblower Protections With Dissenting Scientist

Two other scientists also faced retaliation in violation of the agency's Scientific Integrity Policy, the internal watch...

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Dramatic cliff rescue swings into operation as three youths try to scale Portrush's Ramore Head

A major rescue operation swung into action in Portrush on Wednesday, September 18, after three youths attempted to climb...

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Met Office issues eight-hour yellow thunderstorms alert warning of 'disruption'

Several areas across the UK are being affected by the latest Met Office warning....

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Hurricanes cost more than you think. Here’s why that matters.

Damage estimates for Hurricane Francine are rolling in. The true costs could be much higher....

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San Miguel de Allende’s bonkers firework throwing festival

An epic battle between good and evil culminates in a pyrotechnical battle for the ages as the World's Best City becomes ...

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Breville Smart Oven Pizzaiolo vs Cuisinart Indoor Pizza Oven – which one comes out on top?

The Breville Smart Oven Pizzaiolo and Cuisinart Indoor Pizza Oven are so similar that they're almost identical. I put th...

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Climate change is sending ticks into new areas. Georgia researchers are on it.

They've mapped an welcome guest: the lone star tick....

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The US is finally curbing floodplain development, new research shows

“Routine municipal practices” are all it takes, but two problem states are defying the trend....

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Japanese maples produce ‘stunning growth’ after following ‘most important’ pruning rule

The care and pruning needs of Japanese maple plants are minimal, but certain rules need to be followed to avoid "killing...

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It’s all about 'learning, laughing and living' at the u3a!

UNIVERSITY of the Third Age, or u3a as it’s better known, is a group for people who are retired or semi-retired and ha...

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Gardener's 30p trick to get rid of 'nuisance' ivy is the 'only way'

A gardener recently shared an affordable hack to getting rid of ivy, which they say is the 'only way' to do it....

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Chinese conservation program returns crested ibises to nature

Chinese conservation program returns crested ibises to nature...

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Pioneering Sustainability: All Off Grid’s Green Mission in Alaska’s Matsu Valley

Nestled amidst the awe-inspiring beauty of Alaska’s Matsu Valley, a local company is illuminating a path toward a gree...

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FTSE 100 set for boost after Fed opts for jumbo rate cut

Traders had been concerned that the Fed had waited too long to cut interest rates, causing unnecessary damage to the US ...

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New accuser comes forward against Harvey Weinstein

Harvey Weinstein faces a new sex crime charge. The accuser has never gone public....

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Gardeners' World's Adam Frost emotional as daughter, 27, sends him text after day together

Adam Frost said the touching moment occurred after he worked on a show garden with two of his children, something he des...

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MyBiosphere: 'The Isle of Man has given me more life than I ever could have imagined'

‘When I found myself being driven onto the boat in a borrowed Toyota, holding back tears, I had no idea what was next�...

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Maruti, Hyundai lead used-car market; Renault Kwid among top three picks: Report

Renault Kwid continues to be a popular choice among used-car buyers in India, securing its place among the top three mod...

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Federated Mountain Clubs calls for trampers to adopt a hut

If you're planning on heading out into New Zealand's backcountry this spring - why not adopt a hut?...

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‘Common sense solution’: How taxes on yachts and private jets could fund climate action

The carbon emissions of the world's richest 1 per cent are thought to be the same as poorest two thirds of humanity....

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Obituary: Harry Isbister

OAKLAND - There will be a graveside service for Harry Isbister this Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, at 11 a.m., at Lakeview .....

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Obituary: Madelyn D. Piper

FORT MYERS BEACH, Fla. - Madelyn D. Piper, 91, succumbed to advanced Alzheimer's on Monday, Sept. 16, 2024 at the River ...

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Obituary: Jeannette Veronica (Michaud) Curtis

WATERVILLE - Jeannette Veronica Michaud Curtis, 93, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 15, 2024, at her home in Wa...

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Obituary: Dawn B. Richards

HALLOWELL - Dawn B. Richards, 86, passed away at her home at Granite Hill Estates on Sept. 15, 2024.Dawn worked througho...

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Birdwatch: strong winds bring Irish sea watchers the ultimate prize

Westerly winds brought a plethora of seabirds – and a glimpse of the first wandering albatross seen in British or Iris...

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UK’s secret weapon against climate change, hidden under the sea

The UK’s seabeds have the potential to sink huge quantities of carbon, but are being threatened by fishing and offshor...

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Rain, some thunder return to region Thursday

Temperatures top out in the upper 70s for most of the region Thursday as two rounds of showers look possible....

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Starmer urged to build more homes in big cities and forge closer ties with EU to boost growth

A report from the OBR last week made clear the potential fiscal benefits of generating economic growth....

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Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council is set to present its long-awaited LDBTQIA+ policy next month

After a year-long wait, Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council is to put a new LGBTQIA+ policy before councillors in Octob...

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Staying warm but a couple rounds of thundershowers stay likely today

We return to the low 80s once again with a glimpse of the sun this afternoon, but thunderstorms look to bookend our day ...

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“Older and poorer” – the UK’s future?

The Health Secretary, Wes Streeting, said last week that the UK risks becoming “a country with an NHS attached.” Com...

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First Alert Forecast: Warmer, drier trend Thursday in New York - 9/18/24

CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for September 18 at 11 p.m....

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ECOWAS mulls regional action plan to address plastic pollution

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), a regional group of 15 countries, is considering the adoption of...

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Gardeners urged to do 4 'essential' jobs this weekend in preparation for autumn

A father and son duo have come to the rescue with what gardeners need to do before the end of summer....

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China activates emergency response to flooding

China activates emergency response to flooding...