A recent study revealed that residents in California's Central Valley are continuously exposed to a dangerous cocktail of pesticides in the air, highlighting the pressing need for strict regulations and protective measures to safeguard public health. This study signifies the urgency for immediate action to address the harmful impacts of pesticide exposure on communities and the environment. Simultaneously, a concerning study found that Japan's decarbonisation projects in Southeast Asia, particularly involving liquefied natural gas and carbon capture, are paradoxically extending the lifespan of fossil fuel use in the region. This study emphasizes the importance of scrutinizing the efficacy and potential consequences of large-scale decarbonisation initiatives. Furthermore, Nepal is racing forward with river diversion plans despite the potential dangers and past environmental disasters. With climate change exacerbating the risks of such projects, the lack of safety measures raises critical concerns for the safety and well-being of communities in the region.