Global plastics could double health threats by 2040: Study
Adverse health impacts linked to greenhouse gases, air pollutants and toxic chemicals emitted from the global plastics system…
Wildfire smoke significantly raises stroke risk among older adults
People exposed to wildfire smoke have a higher risk of suffering a stroke, according to research published in…
Early pregnancy sulfur dioxide exposure raises odds of congenital limb defects
A large Chinese cohort study identifies early pregnancy as a sensitive window during which sulfur dioxide exposure is…
From wildfires to inhalers: The hidden environmental cost of respiratory care and how tech may help
For millions of people, climate change is already affecting their breathing, from asthma attacks caused by pollution to…
Experts issue strong call for overhaul of UK dementia prevention strategy
A national panel of experts has issued the strongest call yet for the Department of Health and Social…
Water shortages, blackouts and air pollution: How environmental damage fuelled Iran’s protests
Iran’s 2026 protests erupted after a prolonged period of planned cuts to water and electricity, successive closures of…
World warming faster than forecast as pollution cuts remove hidden cooling effect
Published on 15/01/2026 – 6:00 GMT+1 The world has “seriously underestimated” the rate of global warmingand its impact…
HKS tops tallest building in Utah with LED air quality beacon
Architecture studio HKS has completed a 41-storey residential skyscraper in Salt Lake City, which is now the tallest…
Coca-Cola sparks backlash with major change to its products — here’s what’s happening
The Coca-Cola Company has introduced new paper-based packaging in some of its European markets, but environmental experts question…
Are Colorado’s carbon emissions among the highest in the world?
Yes. While Colorado ranks near the middle of U.S. states for carbon emissions per capita, it still produces…
Redditor helps buy asthma medication for struggling Delhi youth amid worsening AQI; melts hearts on Internet
The Internet is truly a wonderful thing, and every day becomes a new testament to the kindness of…
Dublin’s noisiest and most polluted areas named as complaints figures released
Dubliner’s have been disrupted by noise and air pollution throughout 2025, with Dublin City Council’s the Air Quality…