Fight poverty to reduce pollution

In the past three decades, China's development has pulled a staggering 680 million people out of poverty. It did so through a dramatic increase in access to modern energy, mostly powered by coal, which has led to terrible outdoor air pollution in Chinese cities, not to mention making China the world's premier carbon dioxide emitter. That is why many environmentalists say that China's meteoric rise has come at substantial environmental costs.

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New code of conduct for pupils

Referee Palmer to marry longtime partner

NBA's first female whistle-blower to tie knot with girlfriend of 20 years

Man sues shaq over selfie

A Michigan man who has a rare genetic disorder that affects his facial features is suing former NBA star Shaquille O'Neal and two others for mocking a selfie he posted online.

A's get Lester, Gomes from Red Sox for Cespedes

Billy Beane considers Jon Lester a proven ace who can carry a pitching staff through the playoffs, just like he did last fall. The general manager acquired Lester to make sure Oakland gets there first.

Ali's 'Fight of the Century' gloves sell for almost $400,000 at auction

The gloves that boxing great Muhammad Ali wore in his legendary 1971 fight against Joe Frazier in what became known as the Fight of the Century sold at auction on Thursday for almost $400,000.

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Suarez was 'too good' for Arsenal, says Gerrard

Liverpool skipper reveals his sage advice to star Uruguayan striker

Lukaku not up for Chelsea fight - Mourinho

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has claimed he sold Romelu Lukaku to Everton because the Belgian striker did not have the stomach to fight for a place at Stamford Bridge.

Man sues Ronaldo over 'CR7' trademark

A Rhode Island man has sued Cristiano Ronaldo over the phrase 'CR7', which is used by soccer fans around the world as shorthand for the Real Madrid forward.

Villa vows to add to legacy in NY

For Spanish striker David Villa, the chance to start afresh in Major League Soccer with New York City at Yankee Stadium proved irresistible in his quest to add to his legacy.