Climate

UN says strong chance average warming will top 1.5C in next 4 years
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UN says strong chance average warming will top 1.5C in next 4 years

Planet is expected to remain at historic levels of warming after the two hottest years ever recorded in 2023 and 2024.

Scientists exploring how to beat heat for better sleep
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Scientists exploring how to beat heat for better sleep

The human brain is very sensitive to heat, with higher temperatures raising the body's central thermostat and activating stress systems

Dust storm, fog disrupt visibility across UAE; authorities issue safety alerts
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Dust storm, fog disrupt visibility across UAE; authorities issue safety alerts

National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) issues weather alerts for sandstorms, strong winds, and dense fog

Europe flooding in 2024 worst in over a decade: report
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Europe flooding in 2024 worst in over a decade: report

30 percent of Europe's river network flooded in 2024, making it one of continent's 10 wettest years since 1950

More than 100 people killed after heavy rain hits India, Nepal
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More than 100 people killed after heavy rain hits India, Nepal

Indian Meteorological Department has issues multi-hazard warning for the region

Global temperatures at near historic highs in March: EU monitor
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Global temperatures at near historic highs in March: EU monitor

Every month since July 2023 has been at least 1.5 degrees Celsius hotter than pre-industrial times

India forecasters warn abnormally hot summer looms
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India forecasters warn abnormally hot summer looms

Vulnerable populations include infants, the elderly, people with health problems, and outdoor workers

Human activity disrupting ocean CO2 absorption: study
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Human activity disrupting ocean CO2 absorption: study

Scientists estimate oceans absorb 30% of human-released CO₂, helping regulate climate and reduce warming

Pakistan faces worsening drought as rainfall declines, meteorologist warns
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Pakistan faces worsening drought as rainfall declines, meteorologist warns

Experts warn that water shortages may harm crops, spread diseases, and threaten wildlife, urging the nation to use water wisely

From scarcity to sustainability: Saudi Arabia's breakthroughs in water security
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From scarcity to sustainability: Saudi Arabia's breakthroughs in water security

The Kingdom produces more than 15 million cubic meters daily, thanks to its substantial investments in water infrastructure and innovation.

Record numbers forced to flee climate disasters: UN
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Record numbers forced to flee climate disasters: UN

Poorer countries are severely affected by cyclones, droughts, wildfires, and other disasters

At least 40 killed in weekend US tornadoes
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At least 40 killed in weekend US tornadoes

Missouri governor Mike Kehoe describes damage as overwhelming after visiting some of the hardest-hit areas in state

Less mapped than the Moon: quest to reveal the seabed
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Less mapped than the Moon: quest to reveal the seabed

Seabed 2030 project aims to map the ocean floor, boosting mapping from 6% to over 25% using historic data, sonar, and computing power

Global sea ice cover hits record low in February as world continues hot streak
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Global sea ice cover hits record low in February as world continues hot streak

Decreased ice cover has serious impacts on weather, people, and ecosystems globally

Plan B: Climate change forces Pakistan beekeepers to widen pursuit of flowers
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Plan B: Climate change forces Pakistan beekeepers to widen pursuit of flowers

Beekeepers in Pakistan face challenges such as rising fuel prices, harassment from landlords, and the risk of bees dying during long trips

Britain needs huge switch to EVs, heat pumps and to eat less meat to hit net zero
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Britain needs huge switch to EVs, heat pumps and to eat less meat to hit net zero

Report recommends making it easier to install technology like charging points, support to install heat pumps

Arctic doomsday seed vault gets more than 14,000 new samples
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Arctic doomsday seed vault gets more than 14,000 new samples

Svalbard vault serves as global backup for plant genetic diversity

Countries lock horns over cash for nature at rebooted UN talks
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Countries lock horns over cash for nature at rebooted UN talks

Countries have until Thursday to reach a plan to secure $200 billion a year in finance for nature by 2030

Stuck in eternal drought, UAE turns to AI to make it rain
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Stuck in eternal drought, UAE turns to AI to make it rain

UAE's Rain Enhancement Program has funded research and projects to increase rainfall

Sweden’s Supreme Court throws out Greta Thunberg climate lawsuit
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Sweden’s Supreme Court throws out Greta Thunberg climate lawsuit

Court states cannot force government to take specific climate actions, responsibility of political bodies