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A coalition of climate-vulnerable countries is urging for a reformation of the credit rating system to include climate resilience efforts. Current ratings primarily reflect economic risks posed by climate change, …
Reforming Credit Ratings: A Call from Climate-Vulnerable Nations for Resilience Inclusion Read More
The report outlines the significant losses and damages caused by climate-change-related weather events in the Sahel and Greater Horn of Africa, with a crucial focus on impacts on agriculture and …
Impacts of Climate Change on Agriculture and Livestock in Africa Read More
A powerful 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck near Eureka, California, today at 10:44 a.m., prompting initial tsunami warnings that were later rescinded. Evacuation orders were issued in parts of Berkeley and …
Major Earthquake Strikes Northern California, Tsunami Warnings Canceled Read More
This week’s climate news includes the failure to finalize a global plastic treaty in South Korea, the postponed EU deforestation law, the dire situation of wildfires in the Americas, and …
Week in Review: Key Climate Developments from December 2-6, 2024 Read More
The Hair Freezing Contest in Yukon, Canada, invites participants to creatively freeze their hair using the hot springs’ steam and cold air. Launched in 2011, the contest has grown to …
The Unique Hair Freezing Contest of Yukon, Canada Read More
In 2024, natural disasters led to $310 billion in economic losses globally, marking a 6% increase from 2023. Insured losses rose to $135 billion, influenced by devastating hurricanes and severe …
Natural Disasters Result in $310 Billion Economic Losses in 2024 Read More
Climate change complicates vaccination efforts by altering disease patterns and affecting vaccine storage and efficacy. The WHO notes significant successes in vaccination, but extreme weather threatens these gains. Furthermore, increasing …
The Interplay Between Climate Change and Vaccination Challenges Read More
On December 26, 2004, a devastating tsunami struck Aceh, Indonesia, following a catastrophic earthquake. The disaster resulted in over 227,000 fatalities, revealing the country’s vulnerability to seismic threats due to …
Reflecting on the 20 Years since the Aceh Tsunami: Lessons in Disaster Preparedness and Resilience Read More
Authorities are searching for three missing climbers on Aoraki, New Zealand’s highest peak. Two of the climbers are experienced American guides, while the identity of the third, a Canadian, remains …
Search Efforts for Missing Climbers Hampered by Severe Weather on Aoraki Read More
A Durham scientist is collaborating with an international team aboard the Chikyu drilling vessel to study the 2011 Tohoku earthquake through the JTRACK project. The team has successfully drilled into …
Durham Scientist Joins International Team to Investigate 2011 Tohoku Earthquake Read More