Air pollution inequality widens between rich and poor nations
Rich cities have improved, but pollution in poorer countries is still rising and kills 7 million people a year globally, WHO data reveals
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Global pollution kills 9m a year and threatens ‘survival of human societies’
Landmark study finds toxic air, water, soils and workplaces kill at least 9m people and cost trillions of dollars every year
Read moreThousands of pollution deaths worldwide linked to western consumers – study
Study shows extent to which US and western European demand for clothes, toys and mobile phones contributes to air pollution in developing countries
Read moreChild labourers exposed to toxic chemicals dying before 50, WHO says
Bangladesh tannery workers exposed to formaldehype, sulphuric acid and more while making products for westerners
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