The Week Unwrapped: Why is Airbnb being banished from Barcelona?
Plus, are aircraft exhaust fumes dangerous to human health? And are Ukrainians really less stressed than Brits?
How dangerous to our health are aircraft exhaust fumes? Why is Airbnb being banished from Barcelona? And are Ukrainians really less stressed than Brits?
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