Environment

Phase-out of leaded petrol brings huge health and cost benefits – UN–backed study

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Forests can feed world’s hungry and over-exploitation for timber must be curbed – UN

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Millions of people depend on forests

Photos Show Sheer Scale Of Shark Fin Trade

Every year, 73 million sharks are killed for their fins. Most go to make shark fin soup, a luxury dish and status symbol in some Asian cultures that can sell for $100 a bowl. Currently, 30 percent of shark and ray species are threatened with...

Major airport may be flooded as Bangkok hit

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