Brazil’s Amazon Port in Manaus Hits Lowest Water Level Since 1902 Amid Severe Drought
Manaus, the largest city in Brazil’s Amazon rainforest, faces its lowest water level since 1902, as severe drought strains transport and vital supply lines.
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Unpredictable Climate Drives Indian Scientists to Develop Resilient Seeds
Faced with unpredictable weather, Indian scientists are developing tougher seeds to help farmers adapt to climate change.
Surging Amazon Fires Raise Global Climate Concerns Impacting Asia
Fires in Brazil’s Amazon rainforest have surged to a 13-year high, raising global climate concerns with potential impacts on Asia’s climate and economies.
Despite Snowy Winter, Swiss Glaciers on Track to Disappear
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Flash Flood in Southern Iran Claims 15 Lives
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Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, and South Korea Unite to Tackle Climate Change
Leaders from Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, and South Korea met in Vientiane to discuss climate change impacts and develop collaborative strategies for climate resilience in the region.
China’s Green Development Offers Hope for Africa’s Sustainable Future
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China’s Solar Revolution: Leading the Charge in Global Renewable Energy
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Iranian Student Advocates for Amplifying Youth Voices at UN Summit
At the UN’s Summit of the Future, Iranian student Faezeh Mirzabeh urged for youth voices to be amplified on global issues like climate change and economic inequality.
Norway Unveils World’s First Commercial CO2 Storage Service
Norway has inaugurated the gateway to an undersea carbon dioxide vault, marking a crucial step toward launching the world’s first commercial CO2 transport and storage service via its Northern Lights project.
Climate Change Threatens North America’s Native Pawpaw Fruit Harvest
North America’s pawpaw fruit harvest is feeling the heat as climate change disrupts traditional growing patterns, causing early, bitter yields in states like Ohio and Kentucky.
Amazon River Levels in Colombia Plummet by Up to 90% Amid Severe Drought
Colombia reports Amazon River water levels have dropped by up to 90% due to severe drought, impacting Indigenous communities relying on the river for food and transport.
UN Secretary-General Calls for Drastic Action on Sea-Level Rise
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urges immediate and drastic action to combat sea-level rise threatening coastal communities worldwide.
EU Proposes Nearly €120 Million Aid for Weather-Hit Farmers in Five Countries
The European Commission proposes €119.7 million in financial support to farmers in five countries affected by severe weather, signaling EU solidarity in combating climate challenges.
Extreme Weather Threatens to Push Coffee Prices Even Higher
Extreme weather in Brazil is disrupting coffee production, threatening to push prices higher. Asia’s coffee markets brace for impact as consumers, businesses, and investors face potential challenges.
Rising Rivers Threaten Southern Poland Amid Central Europe Floods
Rising rivers in southern Poland threaten homes and businesses near Wroclaw after days of severe flooding across Central Europe. Soldiers and volunteers are working tirelessly to avert disaster.
Tokyo Records Latest-Ever ‘Extremely Hot Day’ in September
Tokyo experiences its latest-ever ‘extremely hot day’ in September, with temperatures exceeding 35°C, marking a new record since 1875.
Worst Drought on Record Lowers Amazon Rivers to All-Time Lows
The worst drought on record has lowered water levels in the Amazon basin to historic lows, drying up previously navigable waterways and impacting communities.
Deadly Floods Sweep Central Europe, Death Toll Rising Amid Mass Evacuations
Devastating floods across Central Europe have claimed lives and forced mass evacuations. Authorities in Austria, the Czech Republic, Poland, and Romania are battling rising waters after days of heavy rain.
South America Faces Unprecedented Wildfires, Breaking All-Time Records
South America is battling record-breaking wildfires, with over 346,000 fire hotspots registered this year. The unprecedented blazes span from Brazil’s Amazon rainforest to Bolivia’s dry forests.