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WHO Regional Workshop on Chemical Safety
24 - 26th June 2013
The International Workshop to Strengthen Capacities for Sound Chemicals Management in South-East Asia Region
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8101. May 29, 2010 | The Jakarta Post
No overhaul in sight for aging tap-water pipes, Indonesia
The liquid coming out of Fanny’s faucets these days may still be called tap water by the company that delivers it, but it sure doesn’t look — or smell — like tap water... 8102. May 28, 2010 | Grist
Mercury pollution from dental offices is contaminating your seafood, USA
It seems innocent enough. Your dentist is giving you a new filling. You get some of those little metal slivers in your mouth and he tells you take a swig of water. Rinse and spit... 8103. May 28, 2010 | United Nations Radio
WHO warns that tobacco companies are targeting women, WHO
The World Health Organization says cigarette smoking among women was on the rise globally as tobacco companies shift their marketing campaigns to target women... 8104. May 28, 2010 | United Nations Radio
Nuclear Non-Proliferation meeting wraps with agreement for talks on a nuclear free Middle East, UN
A month-long conference to stop the spread of nuclear weapons on Friday agreed on talks toward the establishment of a nuclear weapon-free zone in the Middle East... 8105. May 27, 2010 | Grist
How utilities plan to continue evading toxic air pollution controls, USA
As federal authorities struggle to deal with the BP oil disaster in the Gulf of Mexico, it is probably useful to remember that power companies continue poisoning water bodies throughout the nation. The power industry's successful campaign to sidestep toxic pollution controls has left a legacy of poisoned rivers and lakes... 8106. May 27, 2010 | The Jakarta Post
Two seriously injured in North Jakarta apartment blast, Indonesia
Two people been treated for serious injuries following an explosion at an apartment tower in North Jakarta, on Thursday morning... 8107. May 27, 2010 | The Jakarta Post
Raw water reaching new pollution-level highs, Indonesia
The majority of Jakartans make their own drinking water by boiling tap water, while others buy bottled water. The common method of boiling water is both a waste of energy and also proof that the majority of city dwellers are aware that their tap water is not safe for drinking... 8108. May 26, 2010 | The Miami Herald
U.S. tests on drywall reveal most toxic brands, USA
To prod Chinese drywall makers to respond to U.S. concerns, an American consumer protection agency published a list of the toxic emissions coming from their products... 8109. May 26, 2010 | CNN
Companies, hospitals move away from toxic material, USA
(CNN) -- Worried about toxic waste and chemical exposure, more and more companies and hospitals are moving away from polyvinyl chloride... 8110. May 26, 2010 | Ecologist
Scientists use shellfish to assess toxic impact of BP gulf oil spill, USA
Concerns rise that smaller animals will absorb toxic compounds and pass them along the marine food chain causing lasting damage to fisheries and marine ecosystems... 8111. May 26, 2010 | AAP
Toxic brew kills at least eight in Bali, Indonesia
Australians in Bali should avoid drinking palm and rice wine after a toxic home brew killed at least eight locals... 8112. May 26, 2010 | The Associated Press (AP)
Oil spill reaches Singapore naval base, Singapore
Oil spilled from a tanker collision offshore Singapore reached a naval base but has so far spared the rest of the city-state's coast, authorities said Wednesday... 8113. May 26, 2010 | The Jakarta Post
Jakarta, Kalimantan the most polluted areas: Govt index, Indonesia
Jakarta and Kalimantan are the most polluted regions in the country, according an environmental quality index issued by the Environment Ministry... 8114. May 26, 2010 | CharlotteObserver
Memos: Warnings preceded oil spill, USA
BP document tells how systems failed, warning signs were misinterpreted. It might try 'top kill' today on oil geyser... 8115. May 26, 2010 | Los Angeles Times
US officials fear oil dispersant's toxic pollution, USA
OIL giant BP is to continue using a controversial chemical to disperse oil spilled in the Gulf of Mexico, despite a US government order to scale it back... 8116. May 26, 2010 | The Manila Times
Toxic waste watchdog warns of lead pollution in schools, Philippine
As the Brigada Eskwela goes in full swing in preparation for the reopening of schools, volunteers are warned of possible exposure to lead in paint, chips and dust as they go about sprucing up the classrooms... 8117. May 25, 2010 | Bangkok Post
Bon Kai residents suffer from smoke, Thailand
A number of Bon Kai residents have developed health problems after days of inhaling toxic smoke from burning tyres on Rama IV Road... 8118. May 25, 2010 | UNEP
Global Environment Facility and UNEP Meeting Highlight Major Environmental Initiatives, UNEP
Punta Del Este (Uruguay), 25 May 2010 - The Global Environment Facility (GEF) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) announced today that they will be major players at the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa with projects to reduce carbon emissions as part of a National Greening Programme... 8119. May 25, 2010 | BusinessWeek
Pollution Hurts Hong Kong in Livable City Survey, Hong Kong
Singapore retained its ranking as the Asian city with the best quality of life, while Hong Kong lags rival financial hubs as it struggles with air pollution, according to a survey by Mercer Consulting... 8120. May 25, 2010 | The Hindu
NGOs highlight high pollution levels in Himachal, India
SHIMLA: The surroundings of Baddi-Barotiwala-Nalagarh industrial areas in Himachal could be another Bhopal in the making if the ill-planned toxic units are not discouraged in time; stated a joint group of NGOs, environmentalists and local people... 8121. May 25, 2010 | Pakistan Observer
Toxic effluent, Pakistan
Scores of goats, buffaloes, cows, sheep and camels have reportedly died in suburbs of Mirpurkhas after drinking water from a saline water-drain which also carries effluent of a Sugar Mills’ alcohol plant... 8122. May 25, 2010 | GDS Publish
Toxic glue in food packaging, UK
We could be at risk from food packaging according to reports. Supermarket food is at risk of being contaminated by a highly toxic chemical found in the glue of packaging labels... 8123. May 25, 2010 | BBC
Crews remain at scene of Grosvenor Chemicals fire, UK
Firefighters have spent a second night at the scene of a fire at a chemicals factory near Huddersfield... 8124. May 24, 2010 | Daily Mail
Toxic Glue Used in Supermarket Food Packaging 'Poses Severe Risk to Health', Article
Supermarket food is at risk of being contaminated by a 'highly toxic' chemical found in the glue of packaging labels. The chemical, which is in the same class of toxicity as mercury, asbestos and hydrochloric acid, can seep through and contaminate food, according to a study... 8125. May 24, 2010 | MYFOXDFW.COM
2 Hurt in Fort Worth Acid Leak, USA
FORT WORTH, Texas - Two people were rushed to the hospital after a hazardous cleaning chemical spilled at a plant near downtown Fort Worth...
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