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Extreme weather cost $2tn globally over past decade, report finds
US suffered greatest economic losses, report commissioned by International Chamber of Commerce finds, followed by China and India. Violent weather cost the world $2tn over the past decade, a report ...World - The Guardian - 3 days ago -
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. ...Top stories - CBS News - October 15 -
‘Minimal progress’ made this year on curbing global heating, report finds
Analysis by Climate Action Tracker puts median temperature rise by 2100 at 2.7C if current policies continue. World leaders have promised to try to stop the planet heating by more than 1.5C (2.7F). ...World - The Guardian - 11 hours ago -
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Hedgehogs ‘near threatened’ on red list after 30% decline over past decade
The mammals were once common across Europe but urban development has pushed them towards extinction. Hedgehogs are now listed as “near threatened” on the International Union for Conservation of ...World - The Guardian - October 28 -
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Report finds Church of England covered up 'horrific' abuse at summer camps decades ago
An independent review has found the Church of England covered up “horrific’ abuse by a lawyer who volunteered at Christian summer camps in the 1970s and 1980sWorld - ABC News - 6 days ago -
Meadows denies report on Trump outburst over Army private's funeral cost
Former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows denied a report Wednesday that former President Trump had an outburst over the cost of a funeral for a murdered Army private after he agreed to pay. ...Politics - The Hill - October 23 -
Extreme weather contributing to migration between US, Mexico: Research
Extreme weather is a factor in driving both illegal border crossings from Mexico into the U.S. and whether migrants return to Mexico, according to new research published in the Proceedings of the ...Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago -
Extreme weather is ramping up toxic nitrate pollution in groundwater: Study
Climate-driven extreme weather conditions, such as droughts and intense precipitation, may be accelerating the pace at which toxic nitrates are polluting groundwater, a recent study has found. ...Politics - The Hill - 22 hours ago -
A fixture of American politics for the past decade, Trump rallies are coming to an end
Regardless of who wins Tuesday’s election, a key fixture of America’s political landscape for nearly a decade is set to disappear: the Trump rally.Politics - NBC News - November 4 -
Why did so many die in Spain? Because Europe still hasn't accepted the realities of extreme weather | Friederike Otto
Severe flooding is, unfortunately, inevitable. What isn’t inevitable is how ready we are, from early warning systems to emergency services. Friederike Otto is a climatologist and co-founder of ...World - The Guardian - November 4 -
Arteta: PGMOL row over Gordon goal is in past
Mikel Arteta has said he couldn't rewatch Anthony Gordon's controversial goal from Arsenal's defeat to Newcastle last season.Sports - ESPN - November 1 -
Over 3 decades, The Hill has changed the conversation
The Hill has become a respected news source in Washington, D.C. due to its fair reporting, talented journalists, and strong leadership, resulting in a significant increase in its audience and ...Politics - The Hill - October 22 -
Rare dime hidden for decades sells for over $500,000
Three sisters from Ohio inherited the dime after the death of their brother, who had kept it in a bank vault for more than 40 years.Top stories - CBS News - October 28 -
Celebrated teacher abused boys over four decades
David Pickthall, who was appointed an MBE for services to education and charity, is jailed for 12 years.Top stories - BBC News - 2 days ago -
England’s dangerous cladding could cost £22bn to rectify, watchdog finds
Ministers must ‘manage risks’ to limit taxpayers’ exposure to £5.1bn already budgeted, says reportBusiness - Financial Times - November 4 -
UK air traffic control failure cost up to £100mn, finds review
Report into August 2023 travel chaos highlights lack of planning and training across the aviation sectorWorld - Financial Times - 4 hours ago -
Report: Injuries cost top clubs $800M last season
Players in Germany's Bundesliga are most likely to be injured amongst Europe's top five domestic leagues but England's Premier League bears the most injury-related costs, according to a report ...Sports - ESPN - October 16 -
Church covered up 'abhorrent' abuse, report finds
John Smyth QC's abuse of more than 100 children and young men was covered up for years, a report concludes.Top stories - BBC News - 6 days ago -
Members of Congress have taken hundreds of AIPAC-funded trips to Israel in the past decade
The nonprofit arm of “America’s pro-Israel lobby” is spending big to shape US lawmakers’ views of Israel’s conservative government.Politics - Politico - October 30 -
Ranking last 10 World Series: Dodgers vs. Yankees can't quite live up to hype in 2024 Fall Classic
The Dodgers-Yankees series had high hopes and huge moments, but only lasted five gamesSports - CBS Sports - October 31 -
Half of all global food threatened by growing water crisis, report says
The world has a worsening water crisis, and half of all food production will be at risk of failure by the middle of this century.Top stories - NBC News - October 17 -
Global water cycle off balance for 'first time in human history': Report
The world’s water cycle is out of balance ”for the first time in human history,” according to a new report. The Global Commission on the Economics of Water, which is made up of global experts, ...Politics - The Hill - October 17 -
Global biodiversity report shows "catastrophic decline" in wildlife populations
A shocking new report on global biodiversity is detailing what it calls "a catastrophic decline" in wildlife populations ahead of a major international conference on biodiversity.Top stories - CBS News - October 17 -
Global rise of populism causing more authoritarianism in Africa – report
‘Moral threshold coming down,’ warns Mo Ibrahim, as his index of governance reveals widespread decline in 10 years. The global rise of populism and “strongmen” has led to an increase in ...World - The Guardian - October 22 -
Global coral reef bleaching event is largest on record, report says
New data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has scientists ringing alarm bells about the health of the world's oceans. Seventy-seven percent of the world's coral reefs have ...Top stories - CBS News - October 23 -
New U.N. emissions report warns of catastrophic global warming
A new report from the United Nations says the world is way off target when it comes to cutting greenhouse gas emissions and avoiding the worst threats of climate change. CBS News national ...Top stories - CBS News - October 24 -
New report reveals global diabetes rates have doubled since 1990
A new report shows global diabetes rates have doubled, rising from 7% in 1990 to 14% in 2022, with the largest increase seen in low and middle-income countries. CBS News medical contributor Dr. ...Top stories - CBS News - 1 hour ago -
Perth man treated for scurvy as cost-of-living crisis brings back ‘disease of the past’
Doctors discover 51-year-old patient who sometimes skipped meals and ate mostly processed food had condition caused by severe vitamin C deficiency. Get our breaking news email , free app or ...World - The Guardian - October 22 -
TikTok let through disinformation in political ads despite its own ban, Global Witness finds
Just weeks before the U.S. presidential election, TikTok still approved advertisements that contained election disinformation even though it has a ban on political adsTech - ABC News - October 17 -
World could cross red line for planetary warming by decade's end, study finds
The release of planet-heating chemicals into the atmosphere is set to hit a record high in 2024 — with “no sign” of a peak in sight, a new study has found. This year, fires and smokestacks around ...Politics - The Hill - Yesterday -
Crime up 10% over past year in England and Wales, ONS says
The latest figures show offences including robbery and violence returned to pre-pandemic levels.Top stories - BBC News - October 24 -
Tesla adds close to $150bn in market value on best day in over a decade
Car company sees biggest single-day stock gain since 2013 as CEO Elon Musk forecasts up to 30% in sales growth. Tesla shares closed up nearly 22% on Thursday – their biggest single-day gain in over ...World - The Guardian - October 24 -
China removes memorials and censors online outrage after deadly car attack
Chinese authorities scrambled on Wednesday to respond to public outrage over the Zhuhai car ramming that killed 35 people.Top stories - NBC News - Yesterday -
Negative stereotypes in international media cost Africa £3.2bn a year – report
Focus on conflict, corruption and poverty heightens perception of risk, raising interest on sovereign debt, authors say. . Africa loses up to £3.2bn yearly in inflated interest payments on ...World - The Guardian - October 17 -
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Groups That Run N.Y.C. Shelters Are Riddled With Problems, Report Finds
An extensive review by New York City’s Department of Investigation identified hundreds of issues, including financial mismanagement, nepotism and conflicts of interest.Top stories - The New York Times - October 17
