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For years it was ignored. Now scientists say this gas may be the major contributor to air pollution

Urban air pollution science has uncovered a surprising shift. A long-ignored gas, nitric oxide, may influence aerosol particle formation in cities. New atmospheric research shows that pollution chemistry is far more complex than expected. This discovery challenges old air quality models and explains why predicting particulate matter, climate impact, and…

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War-induced fertilizer shortage may be reducing US soil and water pollution

American farmers are expected to plant several million fewer acres of corn in 2026 than they did in 2025, as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz throttles a key fertilizer trading corridor, along with the energy and raw materials needed to produce and transport fertilizer.

The Conversation

'Flesh-eating' bacteria threat spreads on Europe's beaches as seas warm

Summer starts with millions of tourists by the sea, but climate change is spreading Vibrio “flesh-eating” bacteria, forcing beach closures in Spain and alarming authorities, especially in the Mediterranean.

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'Major risk': map reveals sewage-contaminated waterways

Swimmers could continue to be at risk of pathogens in waterways after a state regulator said upgrades to the sewage system will be done over many years.

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Deaths linked to London air pollution have fallen 40%, study estimates

However, Imperial College team also find that pollution has worse health impact than previously understood

The Guardian - UK

Sadiq Khan hails impact of ULEZ expansion as toxic air-related deaths 'fall by 40%'

The Mayor of London extended the Ulez across inner London in October 2021, and to cover the whole of the city in August 2023

Evening Standard

The key stat that backs up Sadiq Khan’s Ulez expansion in London: ‘The evidence is overwhelming’

The Mayor of London extended the Ulez across inner London in October 2021, and to cover the whole of the city in August 2023

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DOJ ends its crackdown on drivers who remove diesel emissions controls. The pollution impact will equal 9 million trucks

The decision aligns with a broader push by the Trump administration to scale back clean-air regulations

The Independent UK

Research Confirms Traffic Noise Raises Cardiovascular Disease Risk by 7.5 Percent in Neighborhoods Near Roads

A 2026 prospective cohort study links every major road noise increase to a 7.5% higher CVD risk. About 90% of NYC residents exceed EPA noise safety guidelines.

Medical Daily

Hidden in 18 New York City restaurants, air pollution in kitchen spaces reached a median PM2.5 level of 79.6 micrograms per cubic meter, and scientists say some spikes climbed into the thousands, raising new questions about what restaurant workers breathe all shift

Restaurant kitchens are often hotter and noisier, but a new study reveals a hidden danger: dangerously high levels of fine particulate pollution. Researchers found indoor kitchen air quality can plummet during cooking, exceeding outdoor safety standards significantly. This invisible threat poses serious health risks to hospitality workers, highlighting the critical…

The Times of India

Air pollution is a fixable problem – just look at how London and New York have cleaned up their acts

We’ve shown that rapid, measurable progress is achievable in our cities. Here’s how that can now be replicated worldwide, say mayor of London Sadiq Khan and former New York mayor Michael Bloomberg

The Guardian - UK

Air Pollution Study Links Long-Term Exposure to Higher Alzheimer’s Risk in 28 Million Seniors

Most people think of air pollution as a threat to the lungs and heart. However, a growing body of research suggests that what we breathe...

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Illinois EPA Declares Air Pollution Action Day for Chicago Metro Area Affecting 9.4 Million Residents in Eight Counties

Illinois EPA declared an Air Pollution Action Day for Chicago's 8-county metro area, affecting 9.4 million residents. Ground-level ozone at Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups levels.

Medical Daily

A GOP Senator's Coal Firms Polluted Appalachian Waters for Years Before Trump's DOJ Quietly Killed the Criminal Case

A federal investigation into Senator Jim Justice's coal operations was halted by Trump appointees, despite evidence of pollution violations.

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Aravalli Biodiversity Park helps Delhi retain 3 million litres of rainwater, reduce flooding: Study

Delhi's Aravalli Biodiversity Park is a vital green lung, retaining nearly three million litres of rainwater annually and significantly reducing flood risks. This restored forest, once a degraded mining site, now boasts over 2 lakh trees that also combat air pollution and act as a substantial carbon sink. Researchers highlight…

The Times of India

After removing 200 bags of waste from a polluted river, UK lawyer now faces prosecution

A UK lawyer and environmental campaigner who spent days helping volunteers clean a neglected river is now facing the possibility of prosecution. Paul Powlesland, founder of the River Roding Trust, led a 10-day effort to remove more than 200 bags of rubbish, weeds and silt from Alders Brook, a tributary…

Bangkok Post

The scent of suffocation

No matter how stifling the heat, every night Sanong Suepthai endures it -- sleeping under two layers of blankets propped up by a pillow placed on her chest, in a house with no air conditioning.

The Economic Times

Rajasthan CM flags off electric buses under PM e-Bus Sewa scheme

Rajasthan's Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma launched 29 electric buses in Jaipur and 18 in Bhilwara, marking the introduction of electric city bus services under the Centre's PM e-Bus Sewa scheme. This initiative aims to provide clean, safe, and affordable public transport, reducing urban pollution. Rajasthan has been sanctioned 1,150 electric…

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NEET re-exam 2026: Gatherings barred, curbs imposed around 16 centres in Dehradun

Dehradun authorities have imposed strict restrictions around NEET re-examination centers on June 21 to ensure a peaceful environment. Public gatherings of more than four people, carrying weapons, and noise pollution like loudspeakers and political sloganeering are banned within a 200-meter radius. Violators face prosecution. Sector and zonal magistrates, along with…

Medical Daily

2026 Wildfire Season Is Already at Record Early-Season Acreage — Here's the Air Quality and Health Warning for 12+ States

2026 wildfire season already burned 2.4M acres — nearly double the 10-year average. Air quality alerts active in 12+ states. Here's the health warning for sensitive groups.

The Guardian - UK

How the world’s voracious appetite for shrimp is destroying Ecuador’s mangroves

As demand soars, the country’s mangrove forests and the livelihoods of shellfish gatherers are under threat from encroaching farms and unchecked pollution

The Economic Times

Tata's iPhone parts factory faces India health probe after farmer contamination complaints

A health probe is underway into liquid discharge from Tata's iPhone parts factory in Hosur. Farmers report skin issues and contaminated farmland. The investigation adds to environmental concerns for Apple's manufacturing expansion in India. Water samples tested positive for E. coli. Tata states its analysis shows no contamination. The situation…

The Economic Times

A hidden pollution story emerged from 19 years of rain and cloud samples on one mountain

Pollution prediction study: Mount Washington's extreme environment yielded a 19-year record of rain and cloud water, revealing crucial pollution insights. Scientists discovered that a storm's journey, specifically its rainfall history, significantly impacts pollution levels reaching the mountain, proving as vital as the air's origin.

The Conversation

How local communities are challenging Big Tech data centers’ noise, pollution and rising electricity bills

As the race to build data centers across the United States accelerates, local governments worry that the tech industry mantra of “move fast and break things” means their communities are at risk of being broken.

The Economic Times

Ganga cleanliness no longer matter of opinion, data shows improvement: National mission body

Scientific data now proves the Ganga river is getting cleaner. Twelve years of the Namami Gange programme have led to measurable improvements. Water quality is meeting bathing standards on most main stem stretches. Dissolved oxygen levels are up and pollution load is down. The river's health is improving year after…

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