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PepsiCo Wins Plastics Pollution Lawsuit

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Worry over toxic Delhi air as pollution worsens

Pollution levels in the Indian capital have reached 20-25 times more than the WHO's recommended safe limit.

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Protesters call on government to tackle water pollution

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Pakistan pitch plan a compliment to England

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Why raising more cash is a smart portfolio move — even with stocks at record highs

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