Over 1,000-Tonne Supergiant Gold Deposit Unearthed in Central China’s Hunan Province
A monumental gold deposit exceeding 1,000 tonnes has been discovered in central China’s Hunan Province, marking one of the largest finds in the country’s history.
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Deadlocked COP29 Talks Yield Draft Deal with Rival Options on Climate Finance
A new draft deal at COP29 in Baku exposes a deep divide over climate financing, with rival options and unresolved key issues as negotiations near their end.
Canadian AI Project Aims to Reverse Mass Insect Extinction
Researchers in Canada are using AI to monitor and reverse mass insect extinction, aiming to collect data that can help avert catastrophe for the planet.
COP29 Climate Finance Talks Drag On Over Funding Disputes
As COP29 nears its end, negotiations stall over setting new climate finance goals, with debates on funding amounts and contributor nations hindering progress.
Death Toll from Super Typhoon Man-yi Rises to 9 in the Philippines
Super Typhoon Man-yi has claimed nine lives in the Philippines, with thousands of homes damaged in Catanduanes province. Authorities credit forced evacuations for preventing a higher death toll.
Mount Lewotobi Erupts Again, Worsens Air Quality in Indonesia
Mount Lewotobi in Indonesia’s East Nusa Tenggara province erupted again on Wednesday, spewing ash that worsened air quality and affected thousands of residents.
Mount Lewotobi Erupts Again, Worsens Air Quality in East Nusa Tenggara
Mount Lewotobi in East Nusa Tenggara erupted again, worsening air quality and causing respiratory issues. Authorities distributed face masks and set up evacuation centers for 12,000 evacuees.
Indonesia’s Mount Lewotobi Erupts Again, Worsens Air Quality
Mount Lewotobi in Indonesia’s East Nusa Tenggara province erupted again on Wednesday, spewing ash and worsening air quality, prompting authorities to distribute face masks and prepare evacuation centers for residents.
Mount Lewotobi Erupts Again, Worsening Air Quality in Indonesia’s East Nusa Tenggara
Mount Lewotobi in Indonesia’s East Nusa Tenggara province erupted again, sending ash up to three kilometers high and worsening air quality, affecting residents and prompting evacuation efforts.
Bomb Cyclone Slams U.S. Northwest with High Winds and Torrential Rain
A powerful bomb cyclone has struck the U.S. Northwest, bringing high winds and heavy rain, causing power outages and downed trees across the region.
‘Bomb Cyclone’ Slams Northwest U.S., Bringing High Winds and Heavy Rain
A powerful ‘bomb cyclone’ has struck the northwest U.S., causing high winds and heavy rain from Oregon to California, leading to power outages and downed trees across the region.
Bomb Cyclone Brings High Winds and Soaking Rain to Northwestern U.S.
One of the strongest storms in decades has hit the northwest U.S., with a “bomb cyclone” causing power outages and downed trees from Portland to San Francisco.
Warm Extremes Challenge Earth’s Carbon Sequestration Capacity, Study Reveals
A recent study reveals that warm extremes—periods of unusually high temperatures due to climate change—have challenged Earth’s terrestrial carbon sequestration capacity over the past 40 years.
China Launches Temperature Index to Mitigate Climate and Weather Risks
China’s NMIC and Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange have launched a Temperature Index to help hedge against weather and climate risks, enhancing risk management in agriculture, energy, and financial markets.
China and Peru Team Up to Protect ‘Treasure’ Plant and Biodiversity
The South China Botanical Garden now hosts 6,300 Peruvian plant specimens, exemplifying China-Peru cooperation in biodiversity. The Queen of the Andes, the largest bromeliad, stands out among them.
Rare ‘Queen of the Andes’ Plant Highlights China-Peru Biodiversity Collaboration
The South China Botanical Garden in Guangzhou is showcasing the ‘Queen of the Andes’, a rare Peruvian plant, highlighting China-Peru cooperation in biodiversity conservation.
Global Climate Crisis Intensifies: Urgent Call for Joint Action
With global temperatures breaking records and extreme weather events intensifying, the urgent need for coordinated climate action has never been more critical.
South Africa’s Cradle Moon Conservancy: A Wildlife Haven Near Johannesburg
Explore the thriving wildlife of Cradle Moon Conservancy near Johannesburg, a 1,600-hectare haven where zebras, rhinos, and antelopes roam freely, offering visitors an authentic South African safari experience.
Negotiators Urged to Accelerate Efforts as COP29 Enters Second Week
Negotiators at the UN’s COP29 climate talks are being urged to intensify efforts on a stalled deal to provide developing countries with more funds for clean energy and climate adaptation.
Ecuador Declares 60-Day National Emergency as Wildfires and Drought Intensify
Ecuador declares a 60-day national emergency as raging forest fires, worsened by a severe drought, threaten the country.