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New Study Finds More Parks in Urban Areas Could Slash Preventable Deaths, Calls for Public Health Focus

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LONDON — A new study indicates that increasing the amount of green space in economically disadvantaged urban areas could lead to significant reductions in preventable deaths. This research, published in the Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health, calls for greater public health investments in these neighborhoods to improve community health and mitigate environmental disparities. The … Read more

Trami’s Fury: Deadly Storm Strikes Philippines, Leaving Thousands Displaced and Coastal Areas Devastated

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Manila, Philippines — The Philippines is grappling with the aftermath of Tropical Storm Trami, which swept westward across the nation on October 24, wreaking havoc with severe coastal flooding, triggering landslides, and displacing tens of thousands of people. The storm has also been attributed to multiple fatalities, with the toll continuing to rise as recovery … Read more

Explosions Heard in Mariupol’s Occupied Areas as Russian Troops Intensify Attacks

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In Mariupol, Ukraine, the sounds of explosions have been reported in some areas that are temporarily occupied by Russian troops. According to the press service of the Mariupol City Council, residents have reported hearing loud explosions in the Primorskyi district and the 23rd neighborhood. The invaders have also informed about the work of air defense … Read more

Japan Earthquake: Death Toll Climbs to 48 as Rescuers Struggle to Reach Worst-Hit Areas in Ishikawa

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TOKYO, JAPAN – The death toll from the earthquake in Ishikawa has risen to 48 as rescuers face challenges reaching the hardest-hit areas. The 7.3 magnitude earthquake struck the region on Saturday, causing widespread damage and prompting a large-scale rescue operation. The search and rescue efforts are being hindered by landslides and damaged roads, making … Read more

Earthquake Rattles New York City’s Astoria and Surrounding Areas on First Work Week of 2023

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New York, NY – Some New Yorkers were jolted awake early in the morning by a 1.7 magnitude earthquake in Astoria, Queens, causing confusion and concern among residents. The United States Geological Survey confirmed that the quake struck around 5:45 on Tuesday, initially leading some to believe it was a building explosion. According to the … Read more

Bishop and Missionary Murders: The Reality of Living a Normal Life in Dangerous Areas Revealed by Annual Vatican Report

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Los Angeles, California – The Vatican’s news agency, Fides, has released its annual report on Catholic missionaries who were murdered in 2023. The report highlighted that many of the victims were living normal lives in areas plagued by violence. According to the report, these missionaries did not engage in sensational actions or extraordinary deeds that … Read more

Death Toll Climbs to 48 as Rescuers Struggle to Reach Worst-Hit Areas in Ishikawa: Japan Earthquake Live Updates

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TOKYO, JAPAN – The death toll in Ishikawa, Japan, has risen to 48 after a powerful earthquake hit the area. Rescue efforts are underway as workers struggle to reach the hardest-hit areas, where many are still trapped under debris. The 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck in the middle of the night, catching many residents off guard … Read more