A decade-long study of over 12,000 Indians found that long-term exposure to PM2.5 was linked to a faster decline in kidney function, independent of diabetes and high blood pressure.

https://indianexpress.com/article/health-wellness/air-pollution-damaging-kidneys-young-study-10790795/

Man! I just feel so lonely sometimes; like a planet wandering through the universe without anyone to connect with, or a companion to talk to and share everything with. Today is just a slump, I guess. I know the demographic of this sub is on the younger side, but I’m just feeling the weight on my shoulders today.

Cheers, folks. I hope I’ll feel better by the end of the day. Right now, I don't want to do a single thing except look up at the sky. It makes me think about how lonely the Earth must feel moving through the Milky Way, though at least it has the sun to hang on to. Wishing you all a great night.

Highlands, Scotland.

I spent a weekend at a resort in Maredumilli-Rampachodavaram, AP, and it was a great experience overall. While the resort was good, the service from the staff was just okay. The weather was warm during the day and cool at night. Unfortunately, the woods were burning, either due to the excessive heat/dry or because of cigarette butts dropped by shepherds.