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Air pollution reduces global Life expectancy by two years – Researchers

Microscopic air pollution caused mostly by burning fossil fuels shortens lives worldwide by more than two years, researchers reported on Tuesday.

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Red Cross warns against rise in global Heat wave

The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies has cautioned the general public on the rising cases of heat waves across the globe, which it said was a result of climate change, and thus called for a concerted effort to mitigate its deadly effects.

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Excess protein intake can damage kidneys – Dietician

A Registered Dietician-Nutritionist, Cynthia Onyekwere, says though the body needs protein to help build muscle, repair tissue, and fight infection, too much intake of it can damage the kidneys.

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Provide quality services to enrollees, insurance authority urges healthcare providers

The National Health Insurance Authority has called on healthcare providers to provide quality services to enrollees and ensure that they have access to good healthcare services.

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Third Vessel Lost In Strait Of Hormuz

The GFS Pride and Cape Dao sank near the Strait of Hormuz within 24 hours of projectile strikes, as Iran escalates attacks on shipping and Brent stays above $100. Two commercial ships — a container vessel and a dry bulk carrier — sank within 24 hours of each...

Red Sea Crisis: How Much Is Africa Paying for a War It Isn’t Fighting?

LN247’s The Agenda examines the economic consequences of disrupted shipping routes, maritime security threats and the need for Africa to strengthen its economic resilience. The Red Sea crisis is raising important questions about Africa’s exposure to international conflicts and the impact of maritime insecurity on global trade. As...

Kenya Raises Petrol by 6%, Diesel 4.5% As Iran War Hits Pump Prices

Kenya's EPRA raised petrol 6% and diesel 4.5% for October 15–November 14, with Nairobi diesel hitting KSh 227.76. Kerosene jumped 14.9%. Here's the full breakdown. Kenya raises fuel prices as the Middle East war reaches the pump Kenya's Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) raised maximum retail fuel prices...