Category: Climate Change
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UN Warns Ocean Stress Accelerating as Sea Levels Rise Faster
Key Developments: The United Nations says oceans are facing “severe and accelerating” pressure from climate change, pollution and overexploitation. The rate of global sea-level rise has more than doubled over the past decade, reaching 4.3 millimetres annually in 2023. Scientists warn that rising ocean temperatures, plastic pollution and biodiversity loss are increasing risks for marine…
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The Climate Change Conundrum – Worsening Floods Devastate Pakistan
As climate change continues to unravel its catastrophic effects, third world country like Pakistan suffers from worsening floods causing displacements, deaths, and doom. The recent accounts of flood-based devastation include the rescue teams and family searching for the body of one-year-old Zara. Swept away by the floods, her parents and siblings were found much earlier.…
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Thousands Missing After Storm hit Spanish Coastal City, Valencia
VALENCIA (2nd November, 2024): Nearly 2,000 people reported missing after Spain’s coastal city of Valencia hit by monstrous storm forcing Palma to go into lockdown over fear the tourist hotspot of Majorca may be the next target. Valencia, which is Spain’s third-largest city, located on the Mediterranean coast known for its unique cultural and architectural…
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Methane rising faster than other greenhouse gases: Researchers
PARIS: Concentrations of a vital greenhouse gas (GHG) methane (chemical formula CH3), in the atmosphere are rising at a speeding pace, endangering efforts by countries to meet their climate targets, researchers warned on Tuesday. “Methane is rising quicker in relative terms than any bigger greenhouse gas and is now 2.6-fold higher than in pre-industrial…
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Lahore | Fly Jinnah Pilot Falls Ill Mid-flight, Cabin Crew Dies
Flight heading from Lahore to Karachi forced to reland in Lahore due to climate change after the crew’s health deteriorated. In the incident, two pilots fell ill while one cabin crew passed away. The incident occurred on May 24, Fly Jinnah’s flight Airbus A320-200, registration AP-BOV was about to depart from Lahore to Karachi when…
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NRSP-SCI-EU Protect Flood Affected Children in District Dadu
The devastating floods in Sindh in 2022 brought damages and loss of lives, infrastructure, and livelihoods. The rural settings in Sindh were impacted badly due to the state of already being shattered. People’s livelihood, agriculture, water sanitation & health, shelter, and most importantly the protection of the children appeared most affected & vulnerable and most…
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Bangladeshi Climate Campaigner dead at 71, tributes pour in
DHAKA: Veteran Bangladeshi climate scientist and campaigner, Saleemul Huq, a ‘driving force for climate justice’ has reportedly passed away at the age of 71, on Sunday. Saleemul Huq’s death was announced by the think tank he directed, after which tributes started to pour in from climate campaigners, diplomats and others. Tasneem Essop, head of the…
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Dire implications as Hottest Oceanic Temperatures recorded: Experts
Experts caution against dire implications for planet Earth, as oceans hit their “hottest ever” recorded temperatures due to rising climate change. According to the European Union (EU)’s Copernicus, the average daily global sea temperatures since 2016 were reportedly beaten this week by reaching 20.96C. According to Copernicus, oceans are a significant “climate regulator” as they…
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Giant Boulders Crushes Cars After Landslide
India: Two people died as huge boulders came crashing down a hill and completely crushed two cars due to a landslide in Nagaland this evening. Three others suffered serious injuries in the incident that occurred around 5 pm in Chumoukedima district, between Dimapur and Kohima. The identity of the victims is not known yet. After…
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July 3 Was Hottest Day Ever Globally
July 3, was the hottest day ever recorded globally, according to data from the U.S. National Centers for Environmental Prediction. The average global temperature reached 17.01 degrees Celsius (62.62 Fahrenheit), surpassing the August 2016 record of 16.92C (62.46F) as heatwaves sizzled around the world. The southern U.S. has been suffering under an intense heat dome…