According to City Hall, air pollution from cars in Outer London has decreased by 13% due to the introduction of the Ultra Low Emission Zone (Ulez). This decrease in pollutants is attributed to the Ulez’s stricter emissions standards, which aim to improve air quality and reduce health risks associated with pollution. The data highlights the positive impact of the Ulez in combating air pollution in the city.
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Man gets his street evacuated after pulling pin on WWII grenade from antique market
An entire residential road in Bixton Close, Northwick, Worcester, was evacuated by a bomb squad after a man accidentally pulled the pin on a World War Two RG-42 grenade he bought for £30 at an antiques market over a year ago. Upon pulling the pin, the grenade emitted a noise, prompting him to evacuate the property and alert neighbors before calling the police, who established a 100m cordon. The bomb squad x-rayed the device, confirming...
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