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'Silent Killer': The Science Of Tracing Climate Deaths In Heatwaves
A heatwave scorching Europe had barely subsided in early July when scientists published estimates that 2,300 people may have died across a dozen major cities during the extreme, climate-fuelled episode.
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6 Real Climate Shocks India Faced This Year
Extreme weather events and related impacts are becoming increasingly common, leading to loss of life and property.
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Indian Cities Will Need Over $2.4 Trillion By 2050 To Tackle Climate Risk: Report
Indian cities are becoming increasingly more vulnerable to floods, heatwaves, and other climate-related risks and will require over 2.4 trillion US dollars in investments by 2050 to build resilient and low-carbon infrastructure.
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3 Dead, Over 1,000 Evacuated As South Korea Hit By Heaviest Rain In 120 Years
At least three people were killed and more than 1,000 evacuated Thursday after South Korea was hit by torrential rains, officials said, with one region pummelled by the most rainfall per hour since full records began.
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Heatwave Caused 2,300 Deaths In Major European Cities: Study
The study targeted the 10 days, ending July 2, during which large parts of Western Europe were hit by extreme heat, with temperatures breaching 40 degrees Celsius in Spain.
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Extreme Heat Could Raise Death Risk For Pet Dogs By 10%, Warns Study
A new study led by UNSW Sydney warns that extreme heat significantly increases the risk of death in pet dogs, raising fresh concerns about the impact of climate change on animals.
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World Will Have To Learn To Live With Heatwaves Says UN
The world will have to learn to live with heatwaves, the United Nations' weather and climate agency said Tuesday, as much of Europe roasted in high summer temperatures.
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Our Oceans Are In Trouble: Here's How To Take Action Beyond The Outrage
Our oceans are in trouble. Catches from many of the world's fisheries are declining, with some fishing practices destroying enormous areas of the sea bed.
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US Hit By First Extreme Heat Wave Of The Year Impacting 160 Million People
A potentially life-threatening heat wave enveloped the eastern third of the United States on Monday impacting nearly 160 million people, with temperatures this week expected to reach 39 degrees Celsius in the New York metropolitan area.
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Video: Swiss Village Nearly Wiped Out After Glacier Collapse Causes Catastrophic Landslide
Swiss glaciologists attribute the accelerating glacier thaw to climate change, which has increased the risk of such disasters.
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Australia PM Says "Massive Challenges" Ahead In Recovery From Floods
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Tuesday flooding in the southeast posed "massive challenges" and the recovery would take several months.
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Increasing Global Heatwave Hotspots Defy Climate Model Predictions
Heatwave hotspots exceeding climate models are emerging globally, with regions like northwestern Europe, central China, and the U.S. Pacific Northwest witnessing record-breaking extremes. Recent findings reveal jet stream wobbles, vegetation drying, and atmospheric patterns driving these anomalies. Notable impacts include wildfires, crop failures, ...
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Birds Divorce Too: Extreme Weather Pushes Pairs Past Breaking Point
Most birds pair up to produce and raise offspring together over many years. However, as with humans, they also commonly "divorce" - terminating the pair bond well before the death of either partner.
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El Nino and Massive Volcanic Eruptions Triggered Mass Extinction of Life 250 Million Years Ago
The worst mass extinction in Earth's history, 250 million years ago, was triggered by extreme El Niño events and volcanic eruptions in Siberia. These eruptions released vast amounts of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, causing severe climate changes. The warming environment led to the death of 90% of species on land and in the oceans. While this...
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At Least 250 Dead In India During Monsoon Season: Official Data
Torrential storms lashing India have killed at least 250 people since June, official data showed.
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'Silent Killer': The Science Of Tracing Climate Deaths In Heatwaves
A heatwave scorching Europe had barely subsided in early July when scientists published estimates that 2,300 people may have died across a dozen major cities during the extreme, climate-fuelled episode.
-
6 Real Climate Shocks India Faced This Year
Extreme weather events and related impacts are becoming increasingly common, leading to loss of life and property.
-
Indian Cities Will Need Over $2.4 Trillion By 2050 To Tackle Climate Risk: Report
Indian cities are becoming increasingly more vulnerable to floods, heatwaves, and other climate-related risks and will require over 2.4 trillion US dollars in investments by 2050 to build resilient and low-carbon infrastructure.
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3 Dead, Over 1,000 Evacuated As South Korea Hit By Heaviest Rain In 120 Years
At least three people were killed and more than 1,000 evacuated Thursday after South Korea was hit by torrential rains, officials said, with one region pummelled by the most rainfall per hour since full records began.
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Heatwave Caused 2,300 Deaths In Major European Cities: Study
The study targeted the 10 days, ending July 2, during which large parts of Western Europe were hit by extreme heat, with temperatures breaching 40 degrees Celsius in Spain.
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Extreme Heat Could Raise Death Risk For Pet Dogs By 10%, Warns Study
A new study led by UNSW Sydney warns that extreme heat significantly increases the risk of death in pet dogs, raising fresh concerns about the impact of climate change on animals.
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World Will Have To Learn To Live With Heatwaves Says UN
The world will have to learn to live with heatwaves, the United Nations' weather and climate agency said Tuesday, as much of Europe roasted in high summer temperatures.
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Our Oceans Are In Trouble: Here's How To Take Action Beyond The Outrage
Our oceans are in trouble. Catches from many of the world's fisheries are declining, with some fishing practices destroying enormous areas of the sea bed.
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US Hit By First Extreme Heat Wave Of The Year Impacting 160 Million People
A potentially life-threatening heat wave enveloped the eastern third of the United States on Monday impacting nearly 160 million people, with temperatures this week expected to reach 39 degrees Celsius in the New York metropolitan area.
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Video: Swiss Village Nearly Wiped Out After Glacier Collapse Causes Catastrophic Landslide
Swiss glaciologists attribute the accelerating glacier thaw to climate change, which has increased the risk of such disasters.
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Australia PM Says "Massive Challenges" Ahead In Recovery From Floods
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Tuesday flooding in the southeast posed "massive challenges" and the recovery would take several months.
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Increasing Global Heatwave Hotspots Defy Climate Model Predictions
Heatwave hotspots exceeding climate models are emerging globally, with regions like northwestern Europe, central China, and the U.S. Pacific Northwest witnessing record-breaking extremes. Recent findings reveal jet stream wobbles, vegetation drying, and atmospheric patterns driving these anomalies. Notable impacts include wildfires, crop failures, ...
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Birds Divorce Too: Extreme Weather Pushes Pairs Past Breaking Point
Most birds pair up to produce and raise offspring together over many years. However, as with humans, they also commonly "divorce" - terminating the pair bond well before the death of either partner.
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El Nino and Massive Volcanic Eruptions Triggered Mass Extinction of Life 250 Million Years Ago
The worst mass extinction in Earth's history, 250 million years ago, was triggered by extreme El Niño events and volcanic eruptions in Siberia. These eruptions released vast amounts of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, causing severe climate changes. The warming environment led to the death of 90% of species on land and in the oceans. While this...
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At Least 250 Dead In India During Monsoon Season: Official Data
Torrential storms lashing India have killed at least 250 people since June, official data showed.
