Industrial Boom in Monterrey Fuels Toxic Air Pollution Crisis Threatening Residents’ Health

December 2, 2025

Industrial Boom in Monterrey Fuels Toxic Air Pollution Crisis Threatening Residents’ Health

Monterrey, Mexico, faces a severe air pollution crisis from heavy industrial emissions, outrunning many US states in toxic lead and CO2 output. With 5.3 million residents exposed daily to dangerous toxins, protests rise as officials vow action amid mounting health risks.

TNSTC Bus Crashes into House in Tiruvannamalai, 15 Injured

December 2, 2025

TNSTC Bus Crashes into House in Tiruvannamalai, 15 Injured

A TNSTC bus rammed into a house near Arani, Tiruvannamalai, injuring 15 commuters and a two-wheeler rider. The house collapsed but was empty. Police are investigating.

Australia Won’t Compromise PBS as US-UK Deal Raises Medicine Costs 25%

December 2, 2025

Australia Won’t Compromise PBS as US-UK Deal Raises Medicine Costs 25%

Australia’s health minister Mark Butler responds to the US-UK drug deal pushing prices up 25%. He vows to protect affordable medicines under the PBS and assess new global pharma shifts carefully.

India Records 0.05 New HIV Cases Per 1000 in 2024; Mizoram Tops List

December 2, 2025

India Records 0.05 New HIV Cases Per 1000 in 2024; Mizoram Tops List

India’s new HIV infection rate was 0.05 per 1,000 in 2024. Mizoram had the highest rate. AIDS deaths fell by 81% nationally since 2010, says NACO.

Heavy Rain Hits Chennai and Nearby Districts as Deep Depression Lingers

December 1, 2025

Heavy Rain Hits Chennai and Nearby Districts as Deep Depression Lingers

Chennai and surrounding districts face heavy rain and waterlogging due to a deep depression from Cyclone Ditwah. Authorities warn of continued wet weather on Tuesday.