Having a hard day at the office? The Calming Technology Lab at Stanford University has a prescription: ride a bike to work. They used the … Stressed at work? Commute by bikeRead more
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No one is safe from deadly ozone pollution
Delhi has witnessed significant ozone build-up this summer, which is adding to the public health risk, shows a latest analysis done by Delhi-based non-profit Centre … No one is safe from deadly ozone pollutionRead more
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Economy boosted by biggest ever increase in UK cycling
A Sustrans report, Cycling Revolution, published claims that about 40 million more cycling trips were made last year than 2010 – an 18 per cent … Economy boosted by biggest ever increase in UK cyclingRead more
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It’s a bad idea to tax people for every mile they drive
The U.S. is struggling to fix its crumbling transportation infrastructure. National highway and public transit spending is supported by the federal gasoline tax, which now … It’s a bad idea to tax people for every mile they driveRead more
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Blue Whales Not Equipped to Avoid Ships
The first direct observations of blue whales trying to avoid oncoming ships in the open sea reveal that the animals are simply ill adapted to … Blue Whales Not Equipped to Avoid ShipsRead more
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Air pollution from cars and trucks spreading 3x farther
According to University of Toronto study published in the Atmospheric Pollution Research journal, air pollution could be spreading up to three times farther than previously … Air pollution from cars and trucks spreading 3x fartherRead more
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What’s more likely to kill you: A car crash or vehicle emissions?
If your gut reaction is like mine, then you’ve already answered in favor of crashes. But when you really crunch the numbers, the question not … What’s more likely to kill you: A car crash or vehicle emissions?Read more
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If everyone commuted by car
How many dang bridges New York would have to build — if the estimated 2 million-plus people commuting in and out of Manhattan during rush … If everyone commuted by carRead more