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City air getting cleaner, yet quality still comparable to passive smoking 4 cigarettes a day

Air quality in Amsterdam has improved significantly since 2010, yet current pollution levels are still equivalent to smoking four cigarettes a day. The city aims to achieve zero-emission mobility by 2030 to address health risks such as asthma and reduced life expectancy among residents.

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Lebanon: 380 killed in attacks since ceasefire with Israel took effect

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After relegation to the third division, coach René Anneese starts from scratch at DSOV: 'Footballing savvy must return'

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Linda’s tomato plants are a hit at ATV De Hofgeest seedling market: ‘A lady told me my plant had an incredible yield’

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Russia confirms end of ceasefire with Ukraine

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