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The big smog: Cities plagued by air pollution

Julia Vergin / al/ msFebruary 18, 2015

Smog hangs over Ulan Bator - like every winter. This air pollution and intense cold is damaging the lungs of 19-year-old Tsegi. But it’s not only Mongolia’s capital: Here's a look at some of the worst cities for bad air.

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