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World sees 'severe' coral bleaching event: US agency
The US NOAA reported a major coral bleaching event caused by warming oceans and climate change, with 2023 being the hottest year on record. Coral bleaching is becoming more frequent and severe, impacting coral reefs worldwide. The bleaching has been confirmed in at least 53 countries or territories, including the Great Barrier Reef and Florida's coral reef.
Heavy rains and flooding have killed at least 58 people, including children, in Tanzania since the beginning of April, a government spokesman said on Sunday. "From April 1 to April 14, 2024, there were 58 deaths caused by the heavy rains, which led to flooding," Mobhare Matinyi told a press briefing, stressing that the coastal region of the East African country was one of the worst affected.
Right whale is found entangled off New England in a devastating year for the vanishing species
A North Atlantic right whale was discovered entangled in the rope off New England, adding to the challenges faced by the endangered species. The entangled whale, with rope protruding from its mouth, was located south of Rhode Island's Block Island. Rescue efforts are hindered by the whale's distance from shore.
Bird flu is spreading to more farm animals. Are milk and eggs safe?
Bird flu outbreak in US dairy cows spreads to 26 herds in 8 states. Health officials ensure low public risk and safe food supply. Milk pasteurization crucial for safety, raw milk sales cautioned. Egg safety maintained despite outbreak.
UN climate chief presses for faster action, says humans have 2 years left 'to save the world'
Humanity has only two years left "to save the world" by making dramatic changes in the way it spews heat-trapping emissions and it has even less time to act to get the finances behind such a massive shift, the head of the United Nations climate agency said on Wednesday. With governments of the world facing a 2025 deadline for new and stronger plans to curb carbon pollution, nearly half of the world's populations voting in elections this year, and crucial global finance meetings later this month in Washington, United Nations.
Escalating temperature in Antarctica sparks global concern for climate change
The escalating global temperatures have raised significant concerns, with scientists at the Concordia research station on the eastern edge of the Antarctic plateau documenting a remarkable phenomenon. On March 18, 2022, they recorded the highest temperature ever observed at the meteorological center: 38.5 degrees Celsius, well above the seasonal average. This alarming temperature surge in one of the coldest regions on Earth has left researchers deeply troubled, fearing potential catastrophes.
Climate change can stoke inflation, stunt growth: RBI
RBI emphasized that recurrent inflation shocks caused by climate change can undermine policy transmission and need stricter monetary policies. According to RBI's monetary policy report, climate change has potential to increase inflation and impede GDP. It said global average temperatures are rising, with an accompanying increase in extreme weather events, and the economic and social impact is becoming increasingly evident.
In a first, SC strikes balance between climate and ecology
The Supreme Court struck a delicate balance between the country's drive to transition from fossil fuel-based electricity to renewable energy and protection of the highly endangered Great Indian Bustard (GIB) in a first-ever judgment recognising the dangers of climate change and supporting India's ambitious international commitment to achieve 'zero emission' by 2070.
Endangered monkey stolen from Leipzig Zoo in Germany
In Indonesia, deforestation is intensifying disasters from severe weather and climate change
Emotional response to climate change affects policy preference to tackle it
In bid to protect whales, Polynesian indigenous groups give them 'personhood'
Polynesian indigenous groups revere whales, legally recognized as persons in historic treaty. Maori, He Whakaputanga Moana, Hinemoana Halo Ocean Initiative, Mere Takoko, Whanganui River, Tuheitia Potatau te Wherowhero VII, Rarotonga, Maori king, paramount chiefs, indigenous navigation, ship strikes, climate change threats involved.
Energy agency announces $6 billion to slash emissions in industrial facilities
Common sand boa rescued from Nerul sector 29
Unlocking the mystery: Scientists reveal genetics behind brown pandas in China
Genetic research on brown pandas in the Qinling Mountains reveals unique coloration due to natural genetic variation. The study sheds light on panda genetics, aiding in species conservation and enhancing knowledge of genetics in the animal kingdom.