New York, New York – Air pollution continues to pose a significant threat to public health, with a staggering 8.1 million deaths globally attributed to its effects in 2021, making it the second leading risk factor for mortality. A report released by an international organization shed light on the detrimental impact of air pollution, emphasizing … Read more
Hyderabad, India – Thousands of people took to the streets in protests following the rape and murder of a trainee medic in Hyderabad, India. The 27-year-old victim’s charred remains were discovered on Thursday morning, sparking outrage across the country. The victim’s body was found near a highway and it is suspected that she was raped … Read more
Tucson, Arizona – As temperatures rise globally, the impact of heat-related deaths is becoming a growing concern in communities around the world. Determining what constitutes a heat-related death is not always straightforward, as it often involves various factors and conditions that need to be carefully considered. According to experts, India has a stringent threshold for … Read more
McAlester, Oklahoma – Convicted child murderer Richard Norman Rojem Jr. was executed on Thursday after nearly 40 years of waiting. Despite the opportunity, Rojem chose to remain silent, offering no final declaration of innocence or expressions of remorse. At 10:03 a.m., the execution process began, and by 10:16 a.m., he was pronounced dead from lethal … Read more
Environmental journalists around the world face increasing threats and dangers in their line of work, according to a recent report by Unesco. The research, conducted jointly with the International Federation of Journalists, revealed that over 70% of environmental journalists have been targeted for their reporting since 2009. The study found that 749 environmental journalists have … Read more
St. Louis, Missouri – The concept of utilizing “polypills” to combat cardiovascular diseases has been around for nearly 25 years, yet their adoption and usage remains low worldwide. Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have conducted a new study that reinforces the effectiveness of polypills in preventing heart attacks, strokes, and … Read more
Newmarket, Ontario – Authorities are intensifying their efforts to investigate Kenneth Law, the alleged poison seller now facing murder charges in connection with numerous deaths in Ontario. York Regional Police Insp. Simon James confirmed the new charges against Law, adding that they are working closely with law enforcement agencies around the world, including the U.S. … Read more