If your coffee is arabica, it may be more than a half million years old: The coffee that picked you up this morning is 600,000 years old. Researchers have found ...
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Quick Glance: Coffee Origins Revealed: Genome Study Uncovers Ethiopian Roots
- Researchers unlocked the genome of Arabica coffee species, tracing its origins to a natural mating over 600,000 years ago in Ethiopia.
- The study revealed Arabica's low genetic diversity and susceptibility to pests and diseases, limiting its cultivation locations.
- The findings could lead to new breeding approaches in coffee to develop varieties with enhanced resistance to diseases and climate changes.
- Arabica formed as a natural hybridization between parent species Coffea canephora and Coffea eugenioides, mainly used for global coffee production.
Since the first Earth Day in 1970, the world has experienced profound ecological changes. Wildlife populations have decreased by 69 percent ... Show more www.washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2024/04/19/record-temperatures-heat-climate/
Winter makes surprise return in FinlandHeavy snow blankets the capital HelsinkiEsha Hanspal tells you more
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Toxic Mold Can Turn Your Life Upside Down—And Climate Change Might Be Making It Worse
womenshealthmag.com/health/a60291591/toxic-black-mold-illness-climate-change/
Dengue deaths spike almost threefold compared to last year - Society - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/indonesia/2024/04/23/dengue-deaths-spike-almost-threefold-compared-to-last-year.html
Dying crops, food and water shortages — drought affects millions in southern Africa
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-23-dying-crops-food-and-water-shortages-drought-affects-millions-in-southern-africa/
Dengue deaths spike almost threefold compared to last year - Society - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/indonesia/2024/04/23/dengue-deaths-spike-almost-threefold-compared-to-last-year.html
Europe endured record number of ‘extreme heat stress’ days in 2023: New report warns people are increasingly at risk in a continent warming twice as fast as the ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/22/europe-endured-record-number-of-extreme-heat-stress-days-in-2023
Six Ways to Turn Climate Anxiety Into Positive Action: There’s a lot of worrying news about climate change, but readers have told Bloomberg Green how they’re ...
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Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday: Schlein under fire over plans to stand in EU elections, climate report reveals dangers of extreme heat ...
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Death, drought and devastation: Europe faces 'huge number' of climate extremes, report finds
itv.com/news/2024-04-22/death-drought-and-devastation-europe-faces-huge-number-of-climate-extremes
Nobel Economist Duflo Tells G-20 to Slap Climate Change Tax on Billionaires: Brazil has demanded that wealthy nations spend more to combat global warming. Now ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-17/nobel-economist-duflo-tells-g-20-to-slap-climate-change-tax-on-billionaires
Venomous Snakes Are Spreading because of Climate Change: Deadly bites could surge as venomous snakes migrate into unprepared countries as the climate changes
scientificamerican.com/article/venomous-snakes-are-spreading-because-of-climate-change/
Earth’s record hot streak might be a sign of a new climate era: Each of the past ten months has been the hottest on record – an unprecedented streak of ...
washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2024/04/19/record-temperatures-heat-climate/
Heat-Related ER Visits Rose in 2023, CDC Study Finds: As record heat enveloped the nation, the rate of emergency room visits increased compared with the previous ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/18/us/politics/extreme-heat-hospital-visits-climate.html
Climate Change Is Bad For Your Health. Asthma and Allergies Are Proof.: You wouldn’t ignore toxic spores in your bedroom. So why not treat a warming world with ...
bloomberg.com/opinion/articles/2024-04-18/climate-change-is-bad-for-your-health-asthma-and-allergies-are-proof-lv5qv65t
The EU need not be scared by aviation climate action: While debates about farming and heat pumps have brought some climate policy debates to a standstill in ...
euractiv.com/section/aerospace/opinion/the-eu-need-not-be-scared-by-aviation-climate-action/
Michael Moynihan: If people can’t move safely in Cork, then what kind of city do we have?
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Scientists navigate the paradox of extreme cold events in a warming world: According to Copernicus Climate Change Service, February 2024 was the warmest February ...
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Six Things to Know About ‘Forever Chemicals’: The federal government is ordering the removal of PFAS, a class of chemicals that poses serious health risks ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/10/climate/six-things-to-know-about-forever-chemicals.html
Environmental Protection Agency Limits Pollution From Chemical Plants: The new regulation is aimed at reducing the risk of cancer for people who live close to ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/09/climate/epa-pollution-chemical-plants.html
Quick Glance: New EPA Rule Mandates 218 US Chemical Plants to Reduce Toxic Emissions
- A new rule from the Environmental Protection Agency will require over 200 chemical plants nationwide to reduce toxic emissions likely to cause cancer. This rule advances President Joe Biden's commitment to environmental justice by providing crucial health protections for communities burdened by industrial pollution from ethylene oxide, chloroprene, and other dangerous chemicals.
- The rule will significantly decrease emissions of chloroprene and other pollutants, impacting the Denka Performance Elastomer facility in LaPlace, Louisiana, the largest source of chloroprene emissions in the country. Democratic Representative Troy Carter hailed the new rule as "a monumental step" to safeguard public health and the environment.
- The EPA will cut over 6,200 tons of toxic air pollutants annually and implement fenceline monitoring to address health risks in surrounding communities, promoting environmental justice in Louisiana and other states. Environmental activists see the rule as a victory for environmental justice, representing a significant step towards clean air and safe communities.
- Focusing on toxic emissions, the rule provides protection for communities that have suffered from underregulated emissions. The introduction of fenceline monitoring for six toxic air pollutants is crucial for ensuring accountability and transparency. This rule marks a significant stride towards a more just and equitable environmental protection framework.
E.P.A. Says ‘Forever Chemicals’ Must Be Removed From Tap Water: The rule applies to a family of chemicals known as PFAS that are linked to serious health effects ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/10/climate/epa-pfas-drinking-water.html
Scientists investigate thousands of dead Antarctic penguins for bird flu: Has bird flu already killed hundreds, if not thousands of penguins in Antarctica?
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/scientists-investigate-thousands-dead-antarctic-penguins-bird-flu-2024-04-04/
Quick Glance: Scientists Investigate Mass Death of Antarctic Penguins for Bird Flu
- A scientific expedition discovered over 500 dead Adelie penguins, with thousands suspected to have perished.
- Researchers suspect the deadly H5N1 bird flu virus as the cause, but field tests were inconclusive.
- Concerns arise over the potential devastating impact of H5N1 on threatened penguin species and other wildlife in Antarctica.
- The presence of the H5 strain of bird flu was confirmed on the Antarctic peninsula and three nearby islands.
#CRISPR is a gene editing technique that can help prevent diseases like #HIV and cancer, make crops more hardy and tackle the #climate crisis ... Show more www.weforum.org/agenda/2024/04/crispr-gene-editing-better-world/
Coral bleaching afflicts most of Australia's Great Barrier Reef, report shows: Some three-quarters of Australia's famed Great Barrier Reef is suffering from ...
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France grows trees for climate change, plants gain feature to resist diseases : The consequences of climate change are already being felt across the globe and ...
wionews.com/videos/france-grows-trees-for-climate-change-plants-gain-feature-to-resist-diseases-712203
Climate crisis pushes Malawi food farmers into starvation: The devastation of Cyclone Freddy, which Storm Ana and Cyclone Gombe, is being exacerbated by the ...
mg.co.za/africa/2024-04-15-climate-crisis-pushes-malawi-food-farmers-into-starvation/
Beyond the searing sensation on the skin and the stifling air that weighs heavily on the chest, extreme heat has broader economic implications that affects ... Show more www.rappler.com/business/extreme-heat-hurting-economy/
Climate Change: March marks another all-time high global heat record: In Nigeria, extreme weather events and exceptional temperatures have had a huge toll on the ...
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Jane Fonda on Politicians Backed by Big Oil: ‘Vote Them Out’: As Big Oil continues to throw millions of dollars to sway public opinion, a clear-eyed Jane Fonda ...
rollingstone.com/politics/politics-features/jane-fonda-big-oil-california-gagosian-1235002718/
Climate Change and Infectious Disease: Why It’s a Growing Global Concern: As greenhouse gas emissions collect in the atmosphere and the Earth becomes a hotter ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-12/climate-change-and-infectious-disease-why-it-s-a-growing-global-concern
Deaths from stroke increasingly linked to temperatures driven by climate change, finds study
deccanherald.com/science/deaths-from-stroke-increasingly-linked-to-temperatures-driven-by-climate-change-finds-study-2973935
National Center of Meteorology bolsters support for climate research saudigazette.com.sa/article/641960
‘Exceptional’ Sahara dust cloud heading across Europe: A massive dust plume is crossing Europe, deteriorating air quality in many areas, warns the European ...
rfi.fr/en/france/20240408-exceptional-sahara-dust-cloud-heading-across-europe
It’s not just you. Here’s why pollen allergies are worse than ever: For roughly 1 in 4 American adults, spring blooms mark the start of itchy, eye-watering ...
cnn.com/2024/04/04/health/pollen-allergies-getting-worse/
Spring Allergy Season Is Getting Worse. Here’s What to Know.: Experts explain how to tell if you have allergies, and how to find relief if you do.
nytimes.com/2024/03/25/well/live/spring-allergy-symptoms.html
Schoolboy crowned 'bonafide genius' after tricking teacher for weeks: A student who was fed up with online teaching during the Covid lockdown came up with a very ...
mirror.co.uk/news/weird-news/schoolboy-crowned-bonafide-genius-after-32509590
Novartis Seeks Malaria Patients in New Places as Climate Shifts: Malaria season should be over in Burkina Faso and Mali. This year, that’s not the case ...
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Today's best photos: From traditional dancing in Burkina Faso to fighting dengue fever
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Deprived of sleep: Many Germans sleep poorly. This costs the economy billions - but you can also make good money with sleep problems.
faz.net/aktuell/wirtschaft/schneller-schlau/schneller-schlau-warum-schlaflosigkeit-milliarden-kostet-19617445.html
Allergy season is getting longer and more severe in dozens of US cities: Here’s where
thehill.com/homenews/nexstar_media_wire/4558053-allergy-season-is-getting-longer-and-more-severe-in-dozens-of-us-cities-heres-where/
The Complicated Dread of Early Spring: 'Summer doesn’t live up to the old metaphors anymore. These days, it’s more like a rage than a song,' writes Lydia MIllet.
time.com/6962304/spring-summer-dread-lydia-millet/
How climate change causes pregnancy-related complications, respiratory disorders - Physicians - Healthwise
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As India’s summer begins, understanding the heat and health conundrum: Anthropogenic climate change is causing dangerous high heat, leading to heat-related ...
thehindu.com/sci-tech/energy-and-environment/india-summer-heat-heatwave-health-indirect-impacts-preparation/article68015107.ece
Dear Dáithí: My Dad is finally retired - but he refuses to do anything fun with Mum
irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/people/arid-41362249.html
Research projects to study impact of climate change on diseases in Singapore: As climate change looks set to result in hotter temperatures here ...
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/03/31/research-projects-to-study-impact-of-climate-change-on-diseases-in-singapore
Why wildlife health is the missing link in conservation
Veterinary medicine should be integrated into wildlife health and address diseases that impact it ... Show more www.weforum.org/agenda/2024/03/wildlife-health-conservation/
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Rise in reverse migration is but a symptom of a bigger crisis
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‘Worst dengue season’: UN tells Latin America, Caribbean to prepare for epidemic: Latin America and the Caribbean should prepare for their worst dengue season ...
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Climate anxiety has surged to unprecedented levels among the younger generation across the globe. A recent study from Curtin University has brought this issue ... Show more www.wionews.com/videos
Jennifer Horgan: Women need to teach ‘experts’ what menopause really means: Menopause and pregnancy are natural conditions , but let’s not confuse ‘natural’ with ...
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Singapore may be hotter in 2024 than 2023 due to lingering effects of El Nino, say weather dept
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Phillies and Braves are experiencing climate change firsthand, and it may affect their play
inquirer.com/phillies/phillies-braves-weather-climate-change-opening-day-philadelphia-20240327.html
AJ Climate Champions podcast: ‘Over-specification of concrete is an industry addiction’
architectsjournal.co.uk/news/aj-climate-champions-podcast-over-specification-of-concrete-is-an-industry-addiction
7 Books SciAm Recommends So Far in 2024: Here are seven fiction and nonfiction books we recommend from the past few months. They involve broken hearts ...
scientificamerican.com/article/7-books-sciam-recommends-so-far-in-2024/
Eight unmissable events in Vienna in April 2024: April in Vienna is a busy month filled with exciting events to explore. Here, we list some happenings that you ...
thelocal.at/20240326/eight-unmissable-events-in-vienna-in-april-2024
Germany’s Birth Rate Plunges as War, Climate and Covid Deter Parents: Germany’s birth rate fell to the lowest level in more than a decade last year ...
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Rod Oram remembered as 'brave', 'sharp' and a 'true gentleman': A "true gentleman", a top business journalist and a tireless advocate for climate action are some ...
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‘Climate of fear’: UN accuses Russia of abuses in occupied Ukraine: In its first in-depth report on the situation in occupied Ukraine, UN says it found evidence ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/3/21/climate-of-fear-un-accuses-russia-of-abuses-in-occupied-ukraine
Bird flu is decimating seal colonies. Scientists don’t know how to stop it : Avian influenza is killing tens of thousands of seals and sea lions in different ...
bostonglobe.com/2024/03/22/nation/bird-flu-is-causing-thousands-seal-deaths-scientists-arent-sure-how-slow-it-down/
Rod Oram: Anxiety into action: ‘Anxiety into action’ is the theme of this 10th and last episode in our Newsroom video series The Way Forward about the ways we ...
newsroom.co.nz/2023/05/02/rod-video-10-anxiety-into-action/
We asked people in Cork what they thought about Leo Varadkar's shock resignation.www.irishexaminer.com/news/munster/arid-41357569.html
Scotland's energy revolution brings fear and loathing to rural communities #climate #renewable #energy #renewableenergy
U.S. Bans the Last Type of Asbestos Still in Use: The United States joins more than 50 other countries that have banned the deadly carcinogen ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/18/climate/biden-administration-bans-asbestos.html
Quick Glance: EPA Bans Asbestos Despite Decades-Long Partial Ban
- The EPA has announced a comprehensive ban on asbestos, a carcinogen that is still used in some products such as chlorine bleach, brake pads, and other products, killing tens of thousands of Americans annually.
- The final rule signifies a significant expansion of EPA regulation under a landmark 2016 law that revamped regulations for tens of thousands of toxic chemicals in everyday products.
- The new rule would prohibit the use of chrysotile asbestos, the only ongoing use of asbestos in the U.S., found in products like brake linings and gaskets, used to manufacture chlorine bleach and sodium hydroxide.
- The EPA rule will ban imports of asbestos for chlor-alkali use immediately upon publication, but a ban on most other uses would come into effect in two years.
The Alliance of Small Island States (AOSIS) says it is keen to see a strong commitment from the incoming COP29 Presidency, Azerbaijan ... Show more www.cnc3.co.tt/aosis-cop29-presidency-must-meet-climate-commitments/
Can Climate Cafes Help Ease the Anxiety of Planetary Crisis?: The groups, which are springing up across the country, allow people to talk through their emotions ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/20/climate/climate-change-anxiety-fear.html
Feeling the heat? It might be making you more prone to illness: Scientists uncover the hidden dangers of heat exposure to your immune system
thenationalnews.com/future/science/2024/03/19/feeling-the-heat-it-might-be-making-you-more-prone-to-illness/
Climate Change Speeds Up as Major Indicators Blow Off the Charts, WMO Warns: Greenhouse gas levels, sea ice melt and sea and air temperatures all reached record ...
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Xi Seeks to Dispel Climate of Fear as Graft Fight Churns On: Chinese leader Xi Jinping said members of the ruling Communist Party should feel good, not fearful ...
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Eco activists sent on retreats to ease ‘pain’ of bleak climate data: The former UN climate chief Christiana Figueres says campaigners need to ‘strengthen their ...
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Watch: Pinergy Munster Schools Senior Cup Final: Join Irish Examiner here as we Livesteam the Pinergy Schools Senior Cup Final between PBC and CBC live from ...
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Pollen bomb! Doctors are seeing 'unusually' high numbers of patients with severe allergies before spring
nypost.com/2024/03/13/lifestyle/pollen-bomb-doctors-are-seeing-unusually-high-numbers-of-patients-with-severe-allergies-before-spring/
Commissioner stresses need for Sustainable Farming Scheme: The Future Generations Commissioner for Wales urges action on tackling the climate and nature ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/24175653.commissioner-stresses-need-sustainable-farming-scheme/
Will teen in Hazelwood East fight be charged as an adult? A judge may decide.: As a graphic video of a fight near Hazelwood East High School continued to ...
stltoday.com/news/local/crime-courts/will-teen-in-hazelwood-east-fight-be-charged-as-an-adult-a-judge-may-decide/article_68f56002-dfc4-11ee-b750-9f4d0814e7c6.html
UK greenhouse gas emissions fell to their lowest level since 1879 last year, according to research by Carbon Brief. But critics fear this could change as Rishi ... Show more #climate #climatechange #uknews #worldnews #netzero
Is Global Collapse Around the Corner? Ask the Bronze Age People: Scholars hear worrying historical echoes in the stresses building up in the US ...
bloomberg.com/opinion/articles/2024-03-10/is-global-collapse-around-the-corner-ask-the-bronze-age-people
Black flies on the rise - This is how you treat painful bites: They look like harmless flies and leave very painful swellings: the black flies ...
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EVs Can’t Fix a Global Epidemic of ‘Car Harm,’ Study Finds: A staggering number of deaths, injuries and illnesses over many decades can be attributed to cars and ...
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