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A US intelligence report indicates India is among the top suppliers of illegal fentanyl precursor chemicals. The report highlights concerns over the flow of these substances, fueling the US fentanyl crisis. This development raises international alarm, prompting calls for stricter controls on chemical exports. A recent US intelligence report has identified India as one of the top suppliers of illegal fentanyl precursor chemicals. The report suggests that India's role in the global fentanyl trade is growing, raising concerns about its impact on international drug enforcement efforts. Fentanyl, a synthetic opioid, is known to be up to 100 times more potent than morphine. It has been a major factor in the ongoing opioid crisis in the United States. It has become a significant issue for ...

A recent study published in The Lancet medical journal predicts that nearly 60% of adults worldwide will be overweight or obese by 2050. The number of overweight or obese individuals has risen substantially, from 929 million in 1990 to 2.6 billion in 2021. A new study warns that nearly 60% of adults and a third of children worldwide will face serious health risks due to rising obesity rates in 2050. Researchers estimate that 3.8 billion adults will be affected if action is not taken. The study, published in The Lancet, analyzed health data from 204 countries. It found that the number of overweight or obese individuals increased from 929 million in 1990 to 2.6 billion in 2021. Experts call this trend one of the biggest health concerns of the century. The report predicts a sharp in...

An Argentina canal has turned blood-red, alarming residents who suspect pollution is to blame. Residents have reported that this is not the first time the canal has changed color, with previous incidents involving bluish, greenish, pinkish, and even yellowish hues. They have also described a foul stench emanating from the canal. A canal in the Greater Buenos Aires area turned bright red on Thursday, sparking concerns among residents about potential chemical contamination. The Sarandí stream, which flows into the Rio de la Plata near an ecological reserve, was seen carrying deep red water, causing alarm in the community. Locals fear the unusual color in Argentina canal change may be due to toxic waste dumping. Some speculate that aniline contamination or chemical spills from nearby indu...