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Science - The New York Times
How Trump and Harris Compare on Climate Change
Kamala Harris calls global warming an “existential threat.” Donald Trump dismisses it as a “scam.”2 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Effort to tackle climate change wildly off track, says UN
The world is wildly off track in tackling climate change, the UN says, as CO2 in the atmosphere accumulates faster than ever2 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Worry over toxic Delhi air as pollution worsens
Pollution levels in the Indian capital have reached 20-25 times more than the WHO's recommended safe limit.3 hours ago -
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Top stories - BBC News
Born in France but searching for a future in Africa
BBC Africa Eye investigates the "silent exodus" from France of those fed up with racism and discrimination.11 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Climate-change risks have some retirees asking: Is anywhere safe to retire now?
Natural disasters “really should be” factoring in to retirement planning.Yesterday -
World - Financial Times
Blackouts and water rationing as South American drought worsens
Bogotá limits water use and Quito schedules daily power cuts to cope with historically low rainfall2 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Leonardo DiCaprio backs Harris, says Trump 'continues to deny the facts' about climate change
Leonardo DiCaprio says he's voting for Vice President Harris in the White House race because "we need a bold step forward to save our economy, our planet and ourselves," while former President ...2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
‘You don’t want to waste time on climate change’: TV weather’s big problem with the environmental crisis
Lack of time, difficulties with scientific rigour, an uninterested public … television meteorologists open up about why they’re so quiet about the reasons for extreme conditions. Why do TV and ...2 days ago -
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Top stories - NBC News
Tropical Storm Trami wreaks havoc in the Philippines, leaving dozens dead
Tropical Storm Trami has killed at least 26 people and forced more than 150,000 to flee their homes in the Philippines, officials said Thursday.3 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Climate change reshapes cities, both environmentally and financially
In thousands of U.S. towns and cities, worsening climate threats — largely due to fossil fuels — trap cities in a paradox. Big cities like Houston and Tampa, Fla., and smaller ones like Port ...3 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
What would Trump and Harris do on energy, environment and climate change?
Vice President Harris and former President Trump are offering a stark contrast for voters when it comes to policies on fighting climate change, developing energy and protecting the environment. ...4 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
How climate change is threatening homes on North Carolina's barrier islands
In the last four years, the Atlantic Ocean has toppled 10 homes on Hatteras Island. Residents are grappling with an unknown future.4 days ago -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
Volvo Car Cuts Guidance on Worsening Auto Market
The Swedish car maker cut its full-year guidance and said it now anticipates negative cash flow due to lower sales expectations and a weak market.5 days ago -
Entertainment - ABC News
King Charles III's Commonwealth visit to Samoa will highlight climate change ... and dance
King Charles III should be prepared to dance when he visits Samoa this week5 days ago -
Business - CNBC
IMF warns on China's property market worsening as it cuts country's growth outlook
In a report published Tuesday, the IMF trimmed its forecast for growth in China for this year to 4.8%, 0.2 percentage points lower than in its July projection.5 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Climate change is making polluted sites more susceptible to flooding
Our experience here in Houston may be a warning to other communities that we are unprepared for this climate change threat.5 days ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
America’s Flooding Problem
We explain how the country is responding in three different ways to disasters.5 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
The Climate Election: Immigration, explained
Immigration remains among the top concerns for voters in the 2024 election. But when it comes to policy, many ignore a key reason why people are forced to leave their homes — climate change. ...5 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Meteorologists could be climate change heroes by relaying its urgency to the public
Weathercasters are positioned to help viewers connect short-term extreme events – like hurricanes – with the climate crisis. Some have called Hurricanes Helene and Milton an October surprise. ...6 days ago -
World - ABC News
King Charles III's Commonwealth visit to Samoa will highlight climate change ... and dance
King Charles III should be prepared to dance when he visits Samoa this week6 days ago -
Business - The New York Times
The Quest to Save Koshihikari Rice From the Effects of Climate Change
Scientists in Japan are mining DNA to try to make the country’s famous Koshihikari rice resistant to heat, after a broiling summer ravaged the crop.6 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
An 'Obamacare' for homeowners insurance could protect against climate change
The solution lies in cooperative federalism: setting federal standards for homeowners insurance while allowing states the flexibility to adapt those standards to their unique risks.6 days ago -
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World - The Guardian
Russia’s aim is to ‘create havoc’ if it is behind DHL fires, says air freight expert
Goal seems to be for people ‘to lose confidence in the system’, says head of industry body after devices found in Birmingham and Leipzig. If Russia is proved to be behind an incendiary device plot ...October 17 -
World - The New York Times
More Forests Are on Fire, a Big Risk in Climate Change Fight
Carbon emissions from forest fires increased more than 60 percent globally over the past two decades, according to a new study.October 17 -
Politics - The Hill
IV shortage 'creates havoc' for hospitals, exposing supply chain 'whack-a-mole'
A shortage of IV fluid in the wake of Hurricane Helene is shining a spotlight on the fragility and vulnerability of the country's medical supply chain. Hospitals were left scrambling after the ...October 17 -
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Top stories - CBS News
Climate change-induced extreme weather will push millions to move, study finds
As the southern U.S. reels from back-to-back hurricanes, researchers estimate that millions will move away from areas with extreme weather in the coming decades. Senior research geographer Dr. ...October 15 -
World - ABC News
4 people die in a migrant boat accident off a Greek island
Greek authorities say four people, including two children, have died off the island of Kos in an accident involving a migrant smuggling boat crossing from nearby TurkeyOctober 15 -
Business - Inc.
Here’s Why Economists Say Trump’s Economic Plans Would Worsen Inflation
Tariffs, the GOP hopeful’s go-to economic policy plank, would raise average household costs by $2,600 a year, and experts say Trump’s other plans would do more harm than good.October 15 -
Politics - The Hill
Most in Florida support candidates who fight climate change: Survey
A majority of Floridians said they would prefer political candidates who back action on climate change, according to a Florida Atlantic University survey released Tuesday. The poll, conducted ...October 15 -
Business - Financial Times
Insurers embrace climate change investments as catastrophe costs mount
Industry adopts low-carbon goals it once shunned as natural disaster losses exceed $100bn a yearOctober 15 -
Top stories - CBS News
Hezbollah attack kills at least 4 Israeli troops, U.N. warns situation in Lebanon could worsen
At least four Israeli troops have been killed and dozens more were injured in a Hezbollah drone attack on an army base in central Israel. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio and Debora Patta have the latest ...October 14 -
Sports - ESPN
Stewart wreaks 'havoc' as Liberty win to tie series
Breanna Stewart scored 21 points and Betnijah Laney-Hamilton added 20 to help the New York Liberty beat the Minnesota Lynx 80-66 on Sunday in Game 2 of the WNBA Finals.October 13 -
Top stories - BBC News
Flood defences 'in worst state on record'
The floods minister says she will spend millions on repairs, as victims tell of a "national crisis".October 14