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6 killed in fire at residential block in Belgium's Antwerp

The 10-storey building housed more than 200 residents in Belgium's Antwerp.

Updated on Jul 01, 2026 07:14 pm IST

‘What's on fire in Elk Grove?’: Sacramento residents report smoke

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Updated on Jun 18, 2026 05:59 am IST

Phoenix fire update: Large blaze near 35 Avenue and Indian School Road; visuals

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Updated on Jun 17, 2026 05:15 am IST

Doctor explains why even occasional smoking can damage your health

Smoking once in a while is equally risky and can have a drastic impact on overall health.

Published on Jun 15, 2026 12:33 pm IST

Tracy fire: Videos show scary blaze at Medline warehouse amid evacuations

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Updated on Jun 12, 2026 04:21 am IST

Smoke billows for 5th day from Gurugram waste site after major fire

A blaze erupted at a MCG secondary collection point in Sector 37C on June 4 at around 6.30am. (HT Archive)

Published on Jun 09, 2026 07:38 am IST

Chalmette refinery blast: Schools locked down after massive explosion | Videos

Some nearby schools were reportedly placed on lockdown as a precaution while authorities assessed the situation.

Published on May 09, 2026 12:36 am IST

Gurugram: ‘Illegal dump’ fire in Sector 47 chokes residents for 12 hrs

Residents alleged delayed response, while fire officials said teams reached within 15–20 minutes of the call. (Parveen Kumar/HT)

Published on Mar 31, 2026 07:20 am IST

Andhra bus fire: Survivors recall moments of darkness, chaos, desperate fight to escape

Andhra bus fire: Survivors recall moments of darkness, chaos, desperate fight to escape

Published on Mar 26, 2026 03:30 pm IST

Heart surgeon explains whether not smoking protects you from lung cancer

Smoking is a major cause of developing lung cancer.

Published on Mar 06, 2026 04:09 pm IST

China mall's glass windows on toilet doors turn clear when users smoke inside

The glass is usually opaque but becomes transparent seconds after smoke is detected.

Published on Dec 29, 2025 12:02 pm IST

4 everyday pollutants, from commuting to cooking smoke, that can trigger cancer

Is kitchen smoke harmful? Can smoke from cooking cause cancer?

Published on Dec 20, 2025 12:00 pm IST

Bengaluru’s Akshayanagar covered in thick, black smoke after godown catches fire

Bengaluru's emergency services responded swiftly and contained the fire, but the incident highlights safety concerns in unregulated scrap storage facilities in densely populated areas.

Updated on Oct 06, 2025 12:03 pm IST

Marseille airport in France suspends operations as wildfire spreads

Smoke billows in L'Estaque district of Marseille, southern France on July 8, 2025, following a wildfire. A wildfire in southern France on July 8 forced Marseille airport to close and interrupted train traffic as the blaze spread rapidly to the edges of the southern French city.

Published on Jul 09, 2025 06:56 am IST

MP scientists study whether ‘havan’ can bring rain

Seers perform Som Yagya at Mahakaleshwar temple, Ujjain, on April 24. (HT Photo)

Updated on Apr 29, 2025 10:12 am IST

Malfunctioning dryer at rice mill in UP: Five workers die after inhaling smoke

Malfunctioning dryer at rice mill in UP: Five workers die after inhaling smoke

Updated on Oct 06, 2025 06:31 pm IST

Maldives just declared war on smoking: Here’s what it means for travellers

Planning a trip to the Maldives? You might want to leave your cigarettes at home.

Published on Apr 15, 2025 03:22 pm IST

What's on fire in Denver? Smoke seen in Commerce City and Aurora

Smoke was reported in and around Denver, Colorado, on Saturday.

Updated on Mar 09, 2025 05:06 am IST

Noida man turns Delhi NCR's cigarette waste into teddies, yarn, paper and more!

Naman Gupta tackles pollution creatively to create eco-friendly treasures in Delhi NCR!

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Published on Nov 28, 2024 03:30 pm IST

Your office chair could be sending you to the surgeon—Here’s how to prevent it

Your office chair could be sending you to the surgeon—Here are 6 ways to prevent it

Published on Nov 27, 2024 06:43 pm IST

Pakistan air pollution: 11 million children in Punjab in danger, warns UNICEF

Pedestrians walk along a road engulfed in thick smog in Lahore on November 11, 2024. Lahore, a city of 14 million people stuffed with factories on the border with India, regularly ranks among the world's most polluted cities, but it has hit record levels this month.

Updated on Nov 12, 2024 08:45 am IST

Delhi's smog siege: NCR cyclists, walkers modify outdoor plans amid ‘v.poor’ AQI

Cyclists at Kartavya Path have been masking-up to combat the smog during early mornings.

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Published on Nov 06, 2024 02:56 pm IST

Hidden ways poor AQI is sneaking indoors, 10 tips to breathe clean air

Is your home safe? Hidden ways poor AQI is sneaking indoors, 10 tips to breathe clean air

Published on Oct 22, 2024 04:44 pm IST

Kicking the habit: Exploring safer alternatives for tobacco cessation in India

Kicking the habit of smoking: Exploring safer alternatives for tobacco cessation in India

Published on Sept 08, 2024 04:28 pm IST

Here's how smoking destroys your heart and what you can do to stop it

Cigarettes to heart attacks: Here's how smoking destroys your heart and what you can do to stop it

Updated on Aug 21, 2024 08:41 pm IST

Residents flee as wildfire rages uncontrolled near Athens

Residents flee as wildfire rages uncontrolled near Athens

Updated on Aug 11, 2024 10:14 pm IST

Paris: Tourists evacuated from Palace of Versailles amid smoke sighting

Paris: Tourists evacuated from Palace of Versailles amid smoke from renovation work

Published on Jun 12, 2024 06:01 pm IST

10 wellness tips for people trying to quit smoking, working on strong lungs

10 wellness, health tips for people trying to quit smoking and working on having strong lungs

Published on Jun 04, 2024 10:28 am IST

World No-Tobacco Day 2024: Date, history and significance of the day

Anti-Tobacco Day 2024: Date, history and significance of World No Tobacco Day

Updated on May 31, 2024 10:36 am IST

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