Allyson Chiu

1 month ago | washingtonpost.com | Allyson Chiu

PALAVA CITY, India — The wind ruffled Aun Abdullah’s hair as he strolled along a path paved through lush grasses circled by apartments more than 20 stories high. Large gaps between the towering buildings channeled the winds, providing relief from the muggy heat. “This breeze you’re feeling, you wouldn’t feel without the master plan,” said Abdullah, who works for the Lodha Group, a prominent real estate developer in India.

1 month ago | washingtonpost.com | Allyson Chiu

Glistening bunches of kale and containers of plump berries often beckon to grocery store shoppers seeking fresh, healthy ingredients. But experts say that equally nutritious and sometimes planet-friendlier options can be found a few aisles away — in the frozen food section. The climate case for frozen food is grounded in the idea that freezing leads to less waste along the supply chain, at stores and in homes.

1 month ago | torontosun.com | Allyson Chiu

“Repairing your shoes instead of tossing them is a simple way to fight waste and save money,” said Katrina Caspelich, chief marketing officer for Remake, a nonprofit that advocates for sustainable and ethical fashion. Here’s what you can do to help your shoes last. The kinds of shoes you buy play a large role in how long you’ll be able to wear them, experts say. “Repairing your shoes is a powerful way to push back against fast fashion’s throwaway culture,” Caspelich said.

1 month ago | washingtonpost.com | Allyson Chiu

Each year, scores of old and broken shoes end up in the trash. In the United States, more than 300 million pairs of shoes get dumped in landfills annually. But taking simple steps to protect and repair your shoes can keep them on your feet longer, helping your wallet and the planet. “Repairing your shoes instead of tossing them is a simple way to fight waste and save money,” said Katrina Caspelich, chief marketing officer for Remake, a nonprofit that advocates for sustainable and ethical fashion.

1 month ago | phillytrib.com | Allyson Chiu

President Donald Trump shouted at Ukraine’s leader on Friday during an extraordinary meeting in the Oval Office, berating President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for “gambling with millions of lives” and suggesting his actions could trigger World War III.