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Delhi Imposes Restrictions Due to Severe Air Pollution
Delhi imposed vehicle and construction restrictions due to severe air pollution. Environment Minister Gopal Rai cited the "severe" air quality index (AQI) as reason. The Commission for Air Quality Management banned non-essential…
Climate Change Shrinks World’s Largest Soda Lake in Türkiye
Between 2019 and 2023, Lake Van, recognized as the world's largest soda lake which is located in easter Türkiye, underwent substantial water depletion attributed to the effects of global climate change. Recent autumn rainfall was initially…
Thick Haze Transforms Istanbul Skyline into Surreal Painting
The prevailing dense haze over Istanbul draped the city in a haunting silhouette. As mist mingled with fog around skyscrapers, the cityscape resembled an ethereal painting. Aerial images revealed the vanishing act of high-rise buildings…
COP28 Summit Commits to Fossil Fuel Phase-Out by 2050
At the COP28 Climate Summit in Dubai, nearly 200 nations reached a landmark decision to transition away from fossil fuels—a first in history. This pivotal moment occurred during the 28th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations…
Rescued Fallow Deers Sent to Support Anatolian Population
The fallow deer of 4, discovered during a truck inspection at a checkpoint in Hakkari, were rescued and entrusted to the care of the 14th Regional Directorate of Nature Conservation and National Parks (DKMP) in Türkiye. After receiving a…
Extinction Rebellion Paints Venice Grand Canal in Green
The activist group Extinction Rebellion in Venice, Italy, protested top officials at the COP28 Climate Summit held in Dubai. Claiming that no progress was made at the summit, the activists poured a harmless dye into the Grand Canal in the…
UAE Hosts COP28: Global Leaders Gather to Tackle Climate Crisis
COP28, hosted by the UAE, commenced to strengthen climate crisis plans and their implementation. Key focuses include maintaining global warming at 1.5 degrees Celsius, as agreed in Paris 2015, and enhancing…
Istanbul’s Dams Replenished by Recent Heavy Rainfal
The recent rainfall in Istanbul, following a dry spell, remains a crucial source for the city's water supply from its dams. Over the last two days, heavy rain has significantly boosted the water levels in these reservoirs. According to ISKI…
Air Pollution Hinders Education in Tehran
According to the Tehran Air Quality Measurement Company, the air pollution in the Iranian capital was measured at 151 micrograms per cubic meter yesterday, which is unhealthy and dangerous for all age groups. The Air Pollution Emergency…
Pakistan Declares 4-Day Holiday Over Severe Air Pollution in Punjab
Air pollution has reached critical levels in Pakistan's Punjab province, particularly in Lahore, the country's second-largest and most polluted city. As a response to the escalating air pollution crisis, authorities have…