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Toxic gas putting millions at risk in Middle East, BBC finds
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November 29, 2023November 29, 2023Environment, News

Toxic gas putting millions at risk in Middle East, BBC finds

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Toxic pollutants released during gas flaring are endangering millions more people than previously feared, a BBC investigation suggests. Flaring – the burning of waste gas during oil drilling – is taking place across the Gulf, including by COP28 hosts the United Arab Emirates. New research suggests pollution is spreading hundreds of miles, worsening air quality...

UAE-backed bid for Telegraph raises fears of Gulf ‘newswashing’
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November 27, 2023November 27, 2023News

UAE-backed bid for Telegraph raises fears of Gulf ‘newswashing’

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Deal could be referred to Ofcom but some analysts say concerns about foreign influence may be overstated. Shortly after midday on Monday, an email arrived in the inbox of staff at the Daily Telegraph from their editor. “Over the weekend a number of you have asked me questions about the future ownership of the Telegraph,” Chris Evans...