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Pollution

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Pollution can take many forms. But most agree that pollution is harmful for people and other life on Earth — whether dirty air, water or solid waste. What is more controversial is how to best prevent it and clean it up.

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Nature and EnvironmentSeptember 18, 202302:25 min
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Nature and EnvironmentSeptember 9, 202302:24 min
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With the EU voting on new air quality rules, satellite data shows 98% of people face pollution above recommended limits.
Nature and EnvironmentSeptember 7, 2023
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Air pollution is still a big problem in Europe

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Although the European Union has some of the world's strictest air quality rules, air pollution levels are still high.
Nature and EnvironmentSeptember 7, 202302:48 min
Unique land art that makes a big impression

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A French artist paints gigantic images on grassy lawns to draw attention to pressing issues like litter.
ArtsAugust 29, 202301:34 min
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Paris cleans up the Seine for the Olympic Games

Paris wants to clean the polluted Seine in time for Olympic swimming events in 2024.
SportsAugust 29, 202305:28 min
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Nature and EnvironmentJune 22, 2023
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Nature and EnvironmentJune 20, 2023
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Nature and EnvironmentMay 29, 2023