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Despite years of government interventions, emergency restrictions and public outrage, Delhi continues to battle dangerously polluted air every winter. Why isn't there a lasting solution to a predictable crisis?
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Three years on from Cop28 in Dubai, technological advancements rather than governments are spearheading energy transition
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Climate scientists say the world is set to breach the critical 1.5-degree Celsius threshold in 2026. This year is also on track to become the second-warmest on record.
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For the ancient Maya, the vibrant red mineral cinnabar held deep sacred meaning, representing blood, life and the soul. They used it widely as pigment in murals and temples while also employing it in ceremonies and funerary rites. What they did not know is that cinnabar is mostly mercury, which can be highly toxic.
