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• Antonelli on pole for US Grand Prix with F1 title in sight

  Kimi Antonelli, driving for Mercedes, is set to start on pole position for the US Grand Prix, potentially making him the youngest World champion in Formula One history. Red Bull's Max Verstappen and teammate Alex Albon, along with Ferrari's Charles Leclerc, also qualified on the front row.

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• As Thailand courts data centres, a new reservoir raises questions over water and wildlife

  As Thailand considers a reservoir project in eastern Thailand, concerns over environmental and social impacts highlight the tension between economic growth and conservation efforts. The proposed reservoir, aiming to secure water supplies for the eastern seaboard, faces opposition due to its potential to disrupt protected forest and wildlife habitats, raising questions about the balance between economic development and environmental protection.

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• Is indoor air safer? 7 things to know and ways to stay protected in this prolonged haze season

  Seven things to know and ways to stay protected in this prolonged haze season A recent test reveals worse air quality indoors than outdoors, while product testing shows that some expired masks still filter particles effectively. Singapore is currently experiencing its worst haze episode since 2015, with 20 consecutive days of unhealthy air recorded as of October 24. PM2.5, the predominant pollutant during periods of transboundary haze, can penetrate deep into the lungs and cause inflammation.

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