China Marks 20th Anniversary of Arctic Yellow River Station
China celebrates the 20th anniversary of its Arctic Yellow River Station, highlighting two decades of significant contributions to polar research and international collaboration.
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China Equals Italy with 59 UNESCO World Heritage Sites After Latest Additions
China ties with Italy for the highest number of UNESCO World Heritage sites as the Beijing Central Axis and Badain Jaran Desert are added, bringing China’s total to 59.
Hanjiang River in South China Experiences Fifth Flood This Year
Heavy rainfall has caused the Hanjiang River in south China’s Pearl River Basin to flood for the fifth time this year, prompting authorities to take action to manage rising water levels.
Severe Water Shortages Threaten Central and Southern Italy’s Agriculture
Central and southern Italy are facing a severe water shortage, with agricultural supplies projected to last only three more weeks. Regions like Abruzzo, Apulia, and Sicily are the most affected, threatening agriculture and tourism.
Typhoon Gaemi Forces Relocation of Over 27,000 Residents in Northeast China
Over 27,000 residents have been relocated in China’s Liaoning Province due to heavy rainfall from Typhoon Gaemi, as authorities brace for continued severe weather and potential flooding.
Chinese Scientists Unveil New Tyrannosaur Species ‘Asiatyrannus xui’
Chinese paleontologists have discovered a new tyrannosaur species, ‘Asiatyrannus xui’, offering fresh insights into dinosaur evolution during the Late Cretaceous period.
Baking July Heatwaves Escalate Global Health and Economic Risks
July continues to shatter temperature records globally, bringing severe health and economic impacts, as warned by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.
Massive Park Fire Rages in Northern California, Thousands Evacuated
Firefighters in northern California battle the massive Park Fire, which has destroyed over 130 structures and forced thousands to evacuate. The fire is only 3 percent contained.
China Activates Emergency Flood Response as Typhoon Gaemi Hits Multiple Provinces
China’s Ministry of Emergency Management has activated flood emergency responses in several provinces as Typhoon Gaemi brings heavy rains and winds, escalating concerns over public safety and infrastructure.
Massive Oregon Wildfire Scorches Over Half the Size of Rhode Island
A massive wildfire in Oregon has grown to 1,554 square kilometers—over half the size of Rhode Island—making it the largest blaze in the U.S. this year, with only 20 percent containment.
Heavy Rains in Japan Trigger Floods and Landslides, Four Missing
Heavy rain in Japan over the past week has caused floods and landslides, disrupting transportation and forcing residents to seek shelter. Four people are missing as of Friday, including two police officers.
Chinese Scientists Establish High-Altitude Wetland Research Station in Southwest China
Chinese scientists have established the Zoige Wetland Ecology Research Station in Sichuan Province to research and protect high-altitude wetlands, crucial for carbon sequestration and climate change adaptation.
Study Reveals Human-Caused Rise in Global Rainfall Variability Over Past Century
A new study reveals human activities have significantly increased global rainfall variability since the 1900s, impacting weather patterns from daily to intraseasonal timescales.
Death Toll from Typhoon Gaemi and Southwest Monsoon Rises to 33 in the Philippines
Flooding and landslides in the Philippines, intensified by Typhoon Gaemi and the southwest monsoon, have claimed 33 lives, police reported on Friday, as rescue operations continue across affected regions.
Morocco Heat Wave Claims 21 Lives in Beni Mellal Amid Record Temperatures
At least 21 people have died in Beni Mellal, Morocco, as a severe heat wave grips the region with temperatures soaring up to 48°C.
Over 628,000 People Affected in Fujian Province as Typhoon Gaemi Makes Landfall
Typhoon Gaemi has affected over 628,600 people in Fujian Province, prompting emergency responses and suspension of transportation services as authorities mobilize resources for disaster relief.
Thousands Evacuated as Park Fire Rages in Northern California
A fast-moving wildfire known as the Park Fire has forced over 3,500 residents to evacuate near Chico, northern California. Over 1,150 firefighters are battling the blaze, which is only three percent contained.
Serbia Unveils National Energy Plan to Propel Renewable Energy Growth
Serbia adopts an ambitious National Energy and Climate Plan to boost renewable energy and guide its energy transition up to 2050.
UN Chief Urges Global Action to Combat Extreme Heat Crisis
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urges immediate global action against extreme heat, highlighting its devastating impact on billions worldwide and proposing solutions to combat the escalating crisis.
Xi Jinping Chairs Meeting on Flood Control and Disaster Relief Amid Peak Flood Season
Chinese President Xi Jinping chaired a meeting to address flood control and disaster relief as China enters its peak flood season, with significant flooding expected and typhoons intensifying the situation.