Pollution

Biden Administration Approves Construction of Largest Deepwater Oil Export Terminal in Texas, Sparking Outrage from Environmentalists

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Biden Administration Approves Construction of Largest Deepwater Oil Export Terminal in Texas, Sparking Outrage from Environmentalists

Environmentalists critical as Biden administration approves new oil export terminal in Texas Environmentalists critical as Biden administration approves new oil export terminal in Texas Biden approves construction of largest deepwater oil export terminal in the US Washington – In a move that sparked strong criticism from environmentalists, the Biden administration has given the green light … Read more

New York City Approves $15 Congestion Charge for Manhattan Center – Fight Against Pollution and Traffic Jams

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New York City Approves $15 Congestion Charge for Manhattan Center – Fight Against Pollution and Traffic Jams

You will soon have to pay fifteen dollars to access the center of Manhattan. New York City has just approved a congestion charge for vehicles wishing to travel to the southern part of the island. A measure supposed to fight against pollution and traffic jams. Published on: 01/04/2024 – 03:30 2 mn With our correspondent … Read more

New York to Implement First Urban Toll in June to Reduce Traffic Jams and Pollution

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New York to Implement First Urban Toll in June to Reduce Traffic Jams and Pollution

A megacity with incredible car and truck traffic, New York is expected to install the first urban toll at the entrance to an American city in June, a controversial project but intended to reduce traffic jams and pollution and above all to boost the finances of the metro. The toll is scheduled for mid-June The … Read more

Revealing the Hidden Blosne Stream: Rennes Métropole’s Plan to Uncover the Neglected Waterway

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Revealing the Hidden Blosne Stream: Rennes Métropole’s Plan to Uncover the Neglected Waterway

Many of the residents who live there probably don’t know it. But the popular district of Blosne takes its name from the stream that flows at its feet. The watercourse, which has its source in Domloup, is clearly visible in certain municipalities such as Chantepie but disappears completely from the landscape as soon as it … Read more

The Impact of Air Pollution on Vision: From Charles Dickens’ London to Modern Day Health Concerns

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The Impact of Air Pollution on Vision: From Charles Dickens’ London to Modern Day Health Concerns

In 19th century London, when Charles Dickens wrote that “the fog was heavy and dark”, people were advised to wear special fog glasses while in the smog to avoid “smarting eyes”. It can lead to cataracts, glaucoma (the second most common cause of blindness), conjunctivitis, age-related macular degeneration and even the risk of having to … Read more

The Worst Air Quality in New York: Smoke from Canada Wildfires Causes Health Crisis

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The Worst Air Quality in New York: Smoke from Canada Wildfires Causes Health Crisis

“The throat stings, the eyes burn. And people with allergies and asthma live a nightmare,” tell Clarion. In unison with the world press, the Argentine daily published photos of New York immersed in an orange haze, opaque and worrying, which the sun itself had difficulty piercing. “Visibility in the Big Apple was almost non-existent – … Read more

Diesel Vehicles Banned in Fifteen French Municipalities Starting January 1st

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Diesel Vehicles Banned in Fifteen French Municipalities Starting January 1st

January 1st is synonymous with changes in various areas: municipalities, driving licenses, minimum wage, returns, etc. But for some motorists, they will also have to be vigilant in certain cities, because traffic will be prohibited for them. This is particularly the case for certain vehicles running on diesel, recalls Econostrum. In all, fifteen municipalities have … Read more

Montpellier Becomes Largest European City to Offer Free Public Transport, Financed by State Tax

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Montpellier Becomes Largest European City to Offer Free Public Transport, Financed by State Tax

While the announcement of the increase in the metro ticket, to 4 euros, for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, sparked a wave of indignation in public opinion, a growing number of territories are choosing to introduce free travel total of their public transport. This is the case of Montpellier Méditerranée Métropole. Although it is not … Read more

Understanding Sinusitis: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options

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Understanding Sinusitis: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options

Get to know ‘sinusitis’, symptoms of stuffy nose, runny nose, mucus in the throat, cough, pain in the face or head. Some people will smell a bad odor from inside their nose. If not treated quickly There may be complications that spread to the eyes and brain. At present, the weather is variable and full … Read more

5 Foods to Restore Lung Health After Pneumonia: Jakarta

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5 Foods to Restore Lung Health After Pneumonia: Jakarta

Jakarta – Due to poor air quality, pneumonia cases have reportedly increased. To maintain lung health and restore them, try consuming these 5 foods regularly! Due to poor air quality, many people complain of problems with their respiratory and lung health. In fact, reports of pneumonia cases are known to increase, both in adults and … Read more