![Seoul city finds toxic substances in products from Temu and Shein apps Seoul city finds toxic substances in products from Temu and Shein apps](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/51723616467_TBSheinlogo.jpg)
Seoul city finds toxic substances in products from Temu and Shein apps
The products have been found to contain toxic substances up to 229 times higher than permitted levels.
Wed Aug 14 2024
![EXPLAINER - How extreme heat threatens health and safety EXPLAINER - How extreme heat threatens health and safety](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-06/71686906115_Beijingheatwave.jpg)
EXPLAINER - How extreme heat threatens health and safety
Experts say more deaths occur earlier in the summer when people's bodies have not had a chance to acclimatize to the season.
Fri Jun 21 2024
![At least 36 die in India after drinking tainted liquor At least 36 die in India after drinking tainted liquor](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/81718791281_wineandbeershop.jpg)
At least 36 die in India after drinking tainted liquor
Police arrested four people over sale of illicit liquor and seized 200 litres of the methanol-mixed alcoholic drink, a spokesperson said.
Thu Jun 20 2024
![Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome cases in Japan top 1,000 Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome cases in Japan top 1,000](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/71718104235_streptococcus.jpg)
Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome cases in Japan top 1,000
If not treated promptly, it can lead to soft tissue damage, respiratory failure, liver failure, kidney failure and multi-organ failure.
Tue Jun 18 2024
![UN study finds the world produces more e-waste every year UN study finds the world produces more e-waste every year](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/61703228497_electronicwaste.jpg)
UN study finds the world produces more e-waste every year
There are dangers for the environment because electronic waste can contain toxic additives and hazardous substances.
Thu Mar 21 2024
![Indian capital resumes some activities despite hazardous air, river foam Indian capital resumes some activities despite hazardous air, river foam](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-11/61700473383_tbHindudevotees.jpg)
Indian capital resumes some activities despite hazardous air, river foam
A toxic foam besmirched stretches of the Yamuna river flowing through the city.
Mon Nov 20 2023
![New Delhi smog grows more intense as farm fires rage New Delhi smog grows more intense as farm fires rage](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-12/61608701128_airpollutionindia.jpg)
New Delhi smog grows more intense as farm fires rage
The plan to make rain via cloud seeding to battle the smog has been pushed back due to unfavourable weather.
Thu Nov 16 2023
![Reeling under toxic air, India's capital shuts schools Reeling under toxic air, India's capital shuts schools](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-11/71699024802_IndiaAirPollution.jpg)
Reeling under toxic air, India's capital shuts schools
Primary schools in the city had been shut, as part of measures to protect young children against smog and growing air pollution.
Wed Nov 08 2023
![India's New Delhi blanketed by toxic haze, most polluted city in world India's New Delhi blanketed by toxic haze, most polluted city in world](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-11/51699005552_NewDelhiJerebuA.jpg)
India's New Delhi blanketed by toxic haze, most polluted city in world
A combination of lower temperatures, still wind and crop stubble burning in neighbouring farm states has caused a spike in air pollutants.
Fri Nov 03 2023
![Matthew Perry's 'Friends' co-stars pay tribute to fallen cast mate Matthew Perry's 'Friends' co-stars pay tribute to fallen cast mate](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/41698732668_MatthewPerry.jpg)
Matthew Perry's 'Friends' co-stars pay tribute to fallen cast mate
The cause and manner of Matthew Perry's death are to be determined following completion of an autopsy with toxicology tests.
Tue Oct 31 2023
![What's causing the chronic haze across Southeast Asia? What's causing the chronic haze across Southeast Asia?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/41696307551_TBJerebuKL.jpg)
What's causing the chronic haze across Southeast Asia?
In recent weeks air quality in parts of M'sia and Indonesia has spiked into the red, with indexes consistently showing readings above 150.
Fri Oct 06 2023
![Paper straws 'may not be better for the environment than plastic' Paper straws 'may not be better for the environment than plastic'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2019-09/81569170456_PaperStraw.jpg)
Paper straws 'may not be better for the environment than plastic'
So-called "eco-friendly" paper drinking straws contain long-lasting and potentially toxic chemicals.
Sat Aug 26 2023
![Maui search teams sift through ashes as hundreds await fate of loved ones Maui search teams sift through ashes as hundreds await fate of loved ones](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/71692048282_burnedhouse.jpg)
Maui search teams sift through ashes as hundreds await fate of loved ones
Many residents were still unable to return to the site of the fire because of the risks posed by possible hot spots and toxic fumes.
Tue Aug 15 2023
![India suspends another drugmaker's licence over tainted cough syrup India suspends another drugmaker's licence over tainted cough syrup](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-03/71679546117_CoughSyrup.jpg)
India suspends another drugmaker's licence over tainted cough syrup
The WHO flagged contamination with unacceptable amounts of diethylene glycol and ethylene glycol, which are toxic to humans when consumed.
Tue Jul 25 2023
![Healing from scourge of invisible wounds at workplaces Healing from scourge of invisible wounds at workplaces](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-07/51627203504_TBStressBurnOut.jpg)
Healing from scourge of invisible wounds at workplaces
By shining a light on the spectre of toxic workplace culture, we can begin to dismantle it and replace it with a positive, inclusive, and nurturing environment.
Thu Jul 06 2023