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How air pollution increases dementia risk and ways to limit exposure
People living in polluted areas are more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia types, studies show.
11 Nov 2024 - 7:15PM
Cop29 climate talks open with call for cooperation after Trump win
11 Nov 2024 - 5:20PM
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How feng shui can inspire China’s quest for environmental justice
11 Nov 2024 - 4:42PM
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Taliban to attend UN climate conference for the first time
A technical delegation will participate in Cop29 in Azerbaijan, according to Afghanistan’s National Environmental Protection Agency.
10 Nov 2024 - 7:11PM
Cop29: Hong Kong environment minister to attend UN climate change summit
Tse Chin-wan will link up with Chinese delegation, while former head of city’s weather forecaster warns over rising temperatures.
10 Nov 2024 - 8:25PM
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She escaped death in Malaysia’s seas. Now she’s a warrior for the world’s oceans
With every dive, acclaimed Malaysian underwater photographer Ipah Uid Lynn aims to turn her work into a rallying cry for ocean health.
11 Nov 2024 - 11:59AM
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Firefighters advance on destructive blaze in California, aided by slower winds
Warnings for residents in Ventura County in Southern California have been downgraded.
10 Nov 2024 - 1:11PM
Hong Kong told to brace for another storm, as T1 typhoon signal cancelled
Severe Tropical Storm Toraji expected to enter within 800km between late Monday and early Tuesday, Observatory says.
10 Nov 2024 - 7:11PM
Amazon’s giant fish catch threatened by severe drought
Two years of drought has fishermen and indigenous communities requesting government aid, in what is being called a matter of climate justice.
9 Nov 2024 - 8:21PM
As deadly smog threatens India, Pakistan, experts urge joint climate action
Burning of crop residues and bursting of firecrackers during Diwali have exacerbated the problem, with current measures ineffective, experts say.
8 Nov 2024 - 6:00PM
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Could Japan seaweed – eelgrass – be a new supercrop?
Why a chunky, slimy kelp called eelgrass is drawing international attention.
8 Nov 2024 - 5:15PM
Carbon pollution from high-flying rich in private jets soars, study finds
The carbon footprint from private jet travel grew 46 per cent between 2019 and 2023.
8 Nov 2024 - 5:57PM
Wildfire near Los Angeles burns dozens of homes, thousands of people told to flee
California governor declares emergency in Ventura County as Mountain Fire ravages more than 130 homes.
8 Nov 2024 - 11:41AM
China, US officials set to talk climate change amid fears over Trump’s policies
Ahead of Cop 29 in Azerbaijan, policymakers fret that the once and future president could stall efforts to cut greenhouse-gas emissions.
8 Nov 2024 - 10:56PM
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Measures required to ensure greater energy efficiency in Hong Kong buildings
If city is to meet its goal of carbon neutrality by 2050, all commercial sites must be ready to reduce their consumption of electricity.
8 Nov 2024 - 6:15AM
India’s Hindus bathe in ‘toxic’ holy river defiled by pollution
Thousands of people entered the stinking waters to pray in a religious festival, with some drinking the water.
7 Nov 2024 - 9:19PM
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Trump win worries global partners ahead of COP29 climate summit
Trump has called climate change a hoax, plans to withdraw the US from the 2015 Paris climate agreement at the start of his second presidency.
7 Nov 2024 - 9:04PM
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Higher education: why are more schools in Asia favouring high-rise buildings?
Among them, three junior colleges in Singapore will move to new campuses in 2028 and occupy smaller sites with blocks up to 12 storeys.
7 Nov 2024 - 11:28AM
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‘A Diwali nightmare’: pollution crisis grips India after firework celebrations
Air quality experts say the surge in air pollution following the festival is leading to increased respiratory issues and hospital admissions.
6 Nov 2024 - 6:30PM
How Indonesian fashion brand SukkhaCitta blends tradition with sustainability
Using regenerative farming based on traditional methods, SukkhaCitta champions environmental and financial sustainability for its employees, and high-quality, long-lasting clothes for consumers.
6 Nov 2024 - 3:07PM
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Why China will struggle to achieve food security goal despite smart plans
The country is facing food security challenges as a result of factors ranging from changing diets and climate threats to supply chain uncertainties.
6 Nov 2024 - 6:54AM
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‘Incalculable’ bill awaits Spain after historic floods
Spain faces a massive financial burden after its worst floods in a generation, with damages exceeding US$10 billion, impacting businesses and agriculture.
5 Nov 2024 - 7:14PM
India’s capital chokes on toxic smog, while Pakistan airs its grievances
New Delhi ranks as the world’s second most polluted city, after Lahore in neighbouring Pakistan, which blames India for the pollution.
5 Nov 2024 - 3:15PM
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Why I won’t be voting for Harris or Trump in the election
Readers discuss disillusionment with the US political system, the Democrats’ uphill battle to win over Arab Americans, the cruelty of zoos, and Hong Kong’s drive to promote itself.
4 Nov 2024 - 11:30AM
Volcano erupts in eastern Indonesia, killing at least 10
Lava and fiery rocks were thrown up to 6km from Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki’s crater in East Nusa Tenggara province.
5 Nov 2024 - 2:01PM
Cathay Pacific: sustainable jet fuel needs Hong Kong government push
‘If we leave it to the market, every company will wait for their competitors to make the first move,’ says airline’s sustainability manager.
4 Nov 2024 - 9:33AM
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Swiss unicorn makes green investment pitch to Hong Kong investors
Climeworks, the builder of the world’s largest carbon capture plant, is seeking investors for ambitious multibillion-dollar ventures.
4 Nov 2024 - 7:30AM
Hong Kong’s Tung Chung left without water supply after pipe bursts
Water supply expected to resume gradually on Monday morning, with at least 10 housing estates, public hospital and several hotels affected.
4 Nov 2024 - 12:07AM
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