Amid COVID-19, don’t ignore the links between poor air quality and public health
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to surge in the United States, with deaths surpassing 169,000 and “red zones” emerging in 21 states, preliminary research suggests that people living in communities with significant exposure to air pollutants have an increased risk of hospitalization or even death …
Senior Merkel ally urges action over Bulgaria’s corruption crisis
Bulgarian Prime Minister Boyko Borissov’s efforts to hang on to power amid a spiraling corruption crisis face an unexpected new challenge after a top ally of German Chancellor Angela Merkel on Tuesday urged closer scrutiny of Sofia. For years, Borissov has enjoyed a close alliance with Merkel, and h…