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Jeff Bezos’ Earth Fund Announces $35 Million In New Grants To Climate Reporting And Sustainable Agriculture
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Jeff Bezos’ Earth Fund Announces $35 Million In New Grants To Climate Reporting And Sustainable Agriculture
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Jeff Bezos Lost More Money Than Adani And Ambani Put Together: Report: According to the 2023 M3M Hurun Global Rich List, American billionaire Jeff Bezos lost the ...
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Jeff Bezos' Earth Fund is giving out $100 million for AI solutions to tackle climate change
qz.com/jeff-bezos-earth-fund-100-million-ai-climate-change-1851413819
Quick Glance: Jeff Bezos funding AI solutions to address climate change with $100 million
- Amazon's founder announces AI for Climate and Nature Grand Challenge
- The initial phase of the Grand Challenge will center on sustainable proteins, biodiversity conservation, and power grid optimization
- Bezos urges the planet's most astute problem solvers to contribute their innovative ideas
- Critics raise concerns about the fund's attempt to 'greenwash' its carbon footprint
A Famous Troll Went After Jeff Bezos’ Girlfriend This Week. He Should Have.: I really don't think Lauren Sánchez needs that much defending.
slate.com/human-interest/2024/04/jeff-bezos-girlfriend-white-house-lauren-sanchez-wife-keith-mcnally.html
Kishida State Dinner Attended by Jamie Dimon, Tim Cook, Jeff Bezos: Leading technology, finance, and media executives gathered at the White House Wednesday for a ...
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Scotland to ditch key climate change target: The Scottish government is to scrap its flagship target of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 75% by 2030.
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Jeff Bezos, clad in denim, and Lauren Sanchez watch Lana Del Rey at Coachella: Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos and fiancée Lauren Sanchez were spotted at the Coachella ...
businessinsider.com/coachella-denim-jeff-bezos-lauren-sanchez-watched-lana-del-rey-2024-4
European court rules human rights violated by climate inaction: The European Court of Human Rights ruled that a group of older Swiss women won their climate case ...
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Don’t blame cloud seeding for the Dubai floods : Questions have swirled online about the process being behind the historic rainfall – but experts say it’s not ...
theguardian.com/world/2024/apr/17/cloud-seeding-dubai-floods
Quick Glance: Cloud Seeding and the Record-Breaking Rains in Dubai
- Record-breaking rainfall in the UAE has caused widespread flooding.
- Experts speculate that cloud seeding may have contributed to this unprecedented weather event.
- Cloud seeding is a technique where special salt flares are burned in clouds to stimulate rain.
- While cloud seeding is practiced in many countries, some scientists remain cautious about its long-term impacts.
‘Like Wikipedia And ChatGPT Had A Kid’: Inside The Buzzy AI Startup Coming For Google’s Lunch
forbes.com/sites/rashishrivastava/2024/04/11/inside-the-buzzy-ai-startup-coming-for-googles-lunch/
Netflix co-founder swears by ‘great business philosophy’ from Jeff Bezos: ‘Take a lot of risks on things that are recoverable’
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Apple joins tech exodus to Florida— iPhone maker plans a 45,000 square foot office near Miami
fortune.com/2024/04/09/apple-florida-iphone-office-miami/
Paid articlePaid Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan are trying out mob chic too: It looks like Zuckerberg and Chan want to give Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez a run for their ...
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Magnitude 4.8 quake shakes New York City and the Northeast: The East Coast earthquake has snarled travel by air, road and rail around the region ...
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Quick Glance: Magnitude 4.8 Earthquake Rocks New York City and Northeast US
- An unusual East Coast earthquake startled millions from New York to rural New England. Over 42 million people may have felt the midmorning quake with a preliminary magnitude of 4.8.
- While causing no widespread damage, the earthquake led to evacuations in Newark, New Jersey, and infrastructure inspections across the region. Flights were diverted, trains slowed, and tunnel traffic stopped.
- Although no major damages were reported, the earthquake caused some disruptions. The area near the epicenter experienced minor effects, including the collapse of a historic site. There were also over a dozen aftershocks reported in the region.
- President Joe Biden offered assistance, while New York City reported no major safety or infrastructure issues. Engineers emphasized that New York skyscrapers are made of high-strength materials and designed to sway slowly to withstand impacts. Even the delicately placed eggs in a sculpture at a Chinatown art gallery remained unharmed during the quake.
R.F.K. Jr.’s Environmental Colleagues Urge Him to Drop Presidential Bid: Nearly 50 leaders and activists who worked with Mr. Kennedy at an environmental ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/19/climate/rfk-jr-environment.html
Quick Glance: Biden Receives Kennedy Family Endorsements in Philadelphia
- President Joe Biden received endorsements from at least 15 members of the Kennedy political family during a campaign stop in Philadelphia to undermine Donald Trump and marginalize the candidacy of independent Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
- Kerry Kennedy, daughter of former Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy, niece of former President John F. Kennedy, and sister of the current presidential candidate, delivered the endorsements in Philadelphia, calling Biden her hero.
- The decision to highlight the Kennedy family's support more than six months from Election Day indicates how seriously Biden's team is taking a long shot candidate using his last name's lingering Democratic magic.
- Biden used the event to keep up the pressure on Trump, emphasizing the importance of the election not for himself, but to keep Trump out, stating the race was significant due to the potential consequences if they lose this election. The Kennedy family endorsements for Biden were hardly a surprise, as prominent members of the Democratic family did not politically align with Kennedy Jr.
Tenth consecutive monthly heat record alarms and confounds climate scientists: Sharp increase in temperatures over past year has surprised many scientists
irishtimes.com/science/2024/04/09/tenth-consecutive-monthly-heat-record-alarms-and-confounds-climate-scientists/
Quick Glance: Global Record: Warmest March Ever
- Last month marked the warmest March globally on record and the tenth consecutive month with new temperature records for respective months.
- According to a report from the Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S), the EU's climate monitoring service, global temperatures in March surpassed the pre-industrial average for that month from 1850 to 1900 by 1.68°C and were 0.73°C above the 1991-2020 average for March. The previous month also exceeded the previous March record by 0.10°C set in 2016.
- The global average temperature from April 2023 to March 2024 is now the highest on record, standing at 1.58°C above the 1850-1900 pre-industrial average.
- In Europe, temperatures in March 2024 were 2.12°C above the 1991-2020 average for the month, with significantly above-average temperatures observed in central and eastern Europe.
Greta Thunberg: Activist arrested at Hague climate protest: The activist was placed on a bus with fellow detainees and driven away from a protest at The Hague.
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Quick Glance: Greta Thunberg protests against fossil fuels in the Netherlands
- The demonstration was specifically targeted against the subsidies for fossil fuels in the Netherlands.
- Climate activist Greta Thunberg was detained twice by police at a demonstration in the Netherlands, after she and a group of marchers blocked a main road to protest against these subsidies.
- Hundreds of protesters marched from The Hague’s city center to the nearby A12 arterial highway that connects the Dutch government's seat with other cities like Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and Utrecht.
- Organized by the Extinction Rebellion (XR) environmental group, the demonstration was part of efforts to pressure the Dutch government ahead of another planned debate on subsidies for fossil fuels in June.
Bezos Earth Fund Is Donating $100 Million to Groups Using AI to Help Combat Climate Change
entrepreneur.com/business-news/bezos-earth-fund-donates-100m-to-ai-fighting-climate-change/472940
Meet Gopichand Thotakura, the second Indian set to fly to space - News | Khaleej Times
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Amazon stock hits all time high making Jeff Bezos $3.3bn richer: For the first time since July 2021, Amazon stock prices hit all time high making billionaire ...
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Jeff Bezos Shells Out $90 Million for Another Property in Florida’s ‘Billionaire Bunker’
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Two years to save the planet, says UN climate chief, and other nature and climate stories you need to read this week
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Quick Glance: Scottish Government Abandons 'World-Leading' Climate Target
- The Scottish Government has abandoned its “world-leading” target of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 75% by 2030.
- Ministers will bring forward legislation to ensure the climate change target “better reflects the reality of long-term climate policymaking”.
- Scotland will move away from legally binding annual targets to a five-yearly carbon budget approach.
- A new package of climate action measures was announced, including tripling the number of charging points for electric vehicles and exploring a new integrated ticketing system for public transport in Scotland.
Paul Simon Sings ‘Graceland’ At White House State Dinner – Update: UPDATE: Paul Simon performed "Graceland" at the White House State Dinner for ...
deadline.com/2024/04/white-house-state-dinner-bill-clinton-hillary-clinton-japan-1235881094/
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour made her a billionaire: Swift's $1.1 billion fortune makes her the first musician to join Forbes' billionaires list based solely on ...
qz.com/taylor-swift-eras-tour-forbes-billionaires-list-2024-1851382238
Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Taylor Swift Spotted at a Dive Bar on the (West) Side
- Grammy-winning singer Taylor Swift was spotted at a local dive bar in West Hollywood, celebrating a friend's birthday with friends.
- Swift was described as very low-key, spending about two hours sitting with her group at a table, sharing pizza and side dishes.
- Her security team covered the tab after she left, which is not uncommon for the singer.
- Although Swift's boyfriend Travis Kelce was not present, the couple is reportedly ready to take the next steps in their relationship and move in together.
'Green Islam': What can it achieve in the world's largest Muslim country: What Can 'Green Islam' Achieve in the World's Largest Muslim Country?
nytimes.com/2024/04/17/world/asia/green-islam-indonesia.html
Apple joins tech exodus to Florida— iPhone maker plans a 45,000 square foot office near Miami
fortune.com/2024/04/09/apple-florida-iphone-office-miami/
Paid articlePaid Coachella 2024 celebrity sightings: Taylor Swift, Rihanna, Bezos: Actors, Olympic athletes and even Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos was spotted at Coachella over the ...
businessinsider.com/celebrities-spotted-at-coachella-music-festival-swift-blackpink-rihanna-2024-4
Never so early: First hot day of the year measured: BRUCK ON THE MUR. A day above 30 degrees is considered a hot day. This mark was broken today in Styria ...
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Quick Glance: Leipzig experiences warmest April 6: Temperature record broken from 1961
- Warm air and sunshine brought Saxony unusually warm weather in April.
- Leipzig and other regions broke temperature records, with readings exceeding 25 degrees.
- Despite Saharan dust and clouds, the warm weather persisted, caused by High 'Olli' and Storm 'Timea'.
- Cooler temperatures are expected from mid-week, ranging between 10 and 15 degrees, with occasional light rain.
United Arab Emirates struggles to recover after heaviest recorded rainfall, massive flooding, hits desert nation
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Frustrated farmers are rebelling against EU rules. The far right is stoking the flames
apnews.com/article/europe-democracy-farmers-protest-green-deal-elections-a0278919b2fe47c7476c0c56ccf4850b
Biden administration bans drilling in nearly half of Alaska petroleum reserve in sweeping win for climate advocates
cnn.com/2024/04/19/climate/alaska-drilling-ban-biden-climate/
Lauren Sánchez turns heads in racy corset dress at White House state dinner with Jeff Bezos
pagesix.com/2024/04/11/style/lauren-sanchez-rocks-racy-corset-dress-at-white-house-state-dinner-with-jeff-bezos/
Quick Glance: Kishida and Biden Celebrate US-Japan Alliance with 'Star Trek' Toast
- Kishida quotes 'Star Trek' and jokes at state dinner in White House
- Biden and Kishida emphasize friendship and alliance between USA and Japan
- Prominent guests from politics and business attend lavish dinner
- Simon sings hits at night performance, serving spring cuisine from Japan and the USA
Majority of US voters hold unfavorable views of Bezos, Zuckerberg: Poll: A majority of U.S. voters hold unfavorable views of Amazon founder and executive chair ...
thehill.com/policy/technology/4583555-majority-of-us-voters-hold-unfavorable-views-of-bezos-zuckerberg-poll/
Winter likely to be much warmer than normal but La Nina could be coming: Much of Australia is likely in for one of the warmest winters on record ...
9news.com.au/national/weather-australia-news-winter-likely-to-be-much-warmer-but-la-nina-could-be-coming/6848d56d-b7e5-437b-8b22-e01b4bfbd8f9
Interior Department Rejects Ambler Road Project in Alaska: A mining company wants to build a 211-mile industrial road through Alaskan wilderness to reach a large ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/16/climate/ambler-road-alaska-interior.html
UAE Witnesses Highest Rainfall in 75 Years: According to a statement released by the National Center of Meteorology, the United Arab Emirates experienced the ...
emirates247.com/uae/uae-witnesses-highest-rainfall-in-75-years-2024-04-17-1.731324
Decades before Elon Musk: How German engineer Lutz Kayser wanted to reach the stars with his rocket company
stern.de/wirtschaft/otrag--jahrzehnte-vor-musk-gruendete-lutz-kayser-eine-raketenfirma-31827708.html
Can Beyoncé's Rumored Cowboy Carter Tour Help 2024 Music Industry Tour Numbers
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Earth has its warmest March on record, beating 2023's milestone: Global average temperatures are running hotter than last year, which was the globe's ...
axios.com/2024/04/09/hottest-march-global-warming
Want to go to the moon? NASA is letting anyone apply to be an astronaut for the next mission
qz.com/nasa-artemis-moon-mission-astronauts-application-1851390122
College Decision Day Is Even More Brutal This Year: It’s college admissions season — a time of great joy (and disappointment) for millions of high school seniors ...
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-04-04/college-decision-day-is-even-more-brutal-this-year
"Climate lie": ORF rejects Baumgartner's statements about Wadsak: Felix Baumgartner accused ORF meteorologists of "climate lies". ORF warns of insult, defamation ...
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Forbes: These are the richest Berliners and Brandenburgers: There have never been more billionaires in the world - 2781 super-rich people, including Jeff Bezos ...
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What is next for billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott's giving?: Much about billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott’s giving remains a mystery ...
apnews.com/article/mackenzie-scott-yield-giving-trust-based-philanthropy-9dd081223409de72197aee234bf43158
Extremely warm oceans: what this could mean for Europe: Measurements show that the world's oceans are warmer than ever before. The North Atlantic extremes are ...
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Jane Fonda’s advice to people depressed about the future: Get involved: Jane Fonda knows what it feels like to worry about the future.
cnn.com/2024/04/16/entertainment/jane-fonda-advice-climate-change/
Jeff Bezos Joins World’s Richest Person Bernard Arnault In $200 Billion Club: Bezos is about $85 billion richer than he was a year ago.
forbes.com/sites/dereksaul/2024/04/03/jeff-bezos-joins-worlds-richest-person-bernard-arnault-in-200-billion-club/
Average world income 'to fall 19% due to climate change': The effects of climate change will reduce income across the world economy by 19% in the next ...
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Forbes Billionaires 2024: Forbes presents the 2024 World's Billionaires List. View the richest people in the world including the youngest billionaires ...
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Quick Glance: Billionaires Profiting from AI 2024
- The AI gold rush has led to a plethora of new billionaires in the sector, as surging values for both public and private companies with ties to AI have skyrocketed.
- Over the past year, tech companies, both new and old, have seen massive share price increases, making the world's tech tycoons even richer and introducing over a dozen new AI billionaires into the Forbes World's Billionaires list.
- Nvidia cofounder and CEO Jensen Huang serves as the poster child for this boom. However, other companies like Super Micro Computer, Advanced Micro Devices, and Cloudflare also benefited from the trend. Privately owned AI companies have also gained momentum, with AI-centric startups alone raising nearly $50 billion in funding last year.
- Major tech giants like Microsoft, Amazon, and Alphabet have significantly contributed to financing private AI companies to compete in the AI race. However, it remains to be seen if and when the AI bubble will burst and funding could dry up.
Colombia's capital starts rationing water after reservoirs hit historically low levels
apnews.com/article/colombia-bogota-water-rationing-drought-el-nino-38b0222f3277d925cb534e7bcb08fd60
Dubai's record-shattering "rain bomb" has clear climate change ties
axios.com/2024/04/17/dubai-record-flood-climate-change
Quick Glance: Dubai Submerged in Floods After Year's Worth of Rain
- More than 142mm of rain soaked Dubai within 24 hours.
- Heavy thunderstorms hit the UAE, pouring over a year's worth of rain on Dubai in just hours.
- Authorities dispatched tanker trucks to pump water off the streets as some homes were inundated, requiring residents to bail them out.
- Rain is uncommon in the UAE, causing flooding due to insufficient drainage systems in many areas.
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay: Endangered Bornean orangutan born in Florida: An endangered Bornean orangutan baby has been welcomed into the world at Busch Gardens ...
apnews.com/article/baby-orangutan-busch-gardens-florida-3b45ca5e29b729e693f199737a5494f1
Quick Glance: Newborn Borneo Orangutan at Busch Gardens, Florida
- An endangered Bornean orangutan baby was born at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay in Florida.
- Following a cesarean section on Saturday, the baby orangutan weighing just over three pounds (1.3 kilograms) was brought into the world by park officials. Once stabilized, the mother Luna is recovering from the surgery and will soon reunite with her baby.
- Known as the largest tree-dwelling ape species and the third largest overall, the Bornean orangutan's birth signifies a significant step in orangutan conservation efforts.
- Orangutans typically have a lifespan of 35 to 40 years in the wild. The newborn ape has not been named yet and resides in a zoo within the Tampa theme park, known as one of the largest in North America, accommodating thousands of animals.
Summer weather in Germany in April: too good to be good: What feels nice for the moment is actually extreme. The weather shows how acute the situation is: ...
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Your morning coffee may be hundreds of thousands of years old: The coffee that picked you up this morning is 600,000 years old. Researchers have found that the ...
apnews.com/article/coffee-arabica-robusta-history-yemen-ethiopia-548e73286fa188d249c44697af4548ff
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.
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.
Deadly Sahel heatwave caused by ‘human-induced’ climate change: Study: Mali and Burkina Faso recorded most extreme heat in what scientists called a ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/18/deadly-sahel-heatwave-sparked-by-human-induced-climate-change-study
Lauren Sanchez’s White House Dress Has People Talking: Jeff Bezos’s fiancé, Lauren Sanchez, managed to stand out from the crowd at Wednesday’s White House State ...
thecut.com/article/lauren-sanchez-dress-white-house-state-dinner.html
Cars driven by Elon Musk, Sam Altman, Jeff Bezos: Some tech moguls favor luxury sports cars like McLarens, while other favor unassuming sedans like Ford Fusions.
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Scientists say coral reefs around the world are experiencing mass bleaching in warming oceans
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Quick Glance: Global Coral Bleaching Event After Extreme Heat
- US climate agency NOAA declares a concerning global coral bleaching event for the fourth time in history after a year of extreme ocean heat.
- Impacts of coral bleaching span oceans worldwide, with sea surface temperatures at record levels.
- Corals under extreme heat stress can recover, but otherwise, the reef requires several years to regenerate.
- Despite losses, some reefs show signs of color, offering hope for potential recovery, while scientists caution about the escalating impacts.
Daily Beast to cover tech moguls as exotic species: The Beast plans to cover tech moguls as apex predators, as part of the site's return to its roots as a ...
axios.com/2024/04/17/daily-beast-tech-moguls-jeff-bezos-lauren-sanchez
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.
Antarctic meteorites are disappearing at 'alarming rate', new research finds
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Dozens killed in Afghanistan as heavy rains set off flash floods: Most casualties have been from roof collapses, while some 600 houses have been damaged or ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/14/dozens-killed-in-afghanistan-as-heavy-rains-set-off-flash-floods
Serbia's only horse sanctuary has cared for dozens of tortured, old and neglected animals
apnews.com/article/serbia-horse-sanctuary-animals-care-51911ccd5adbd81014b9e410499e0735
Ancient sea turtle housed at Boston aquarium for more than 50 years passes another physical
apnews.com/article/sea-turtle-medical-exam-boston-7c2bc1ac35a575ac9644f0782ca65e29
Quick Glance: Ancient sea turtle undergoes another health check at Boston aquarium after over 50 years
- Myrtle, a nearly 95-year-old green sea turtle, underwent a physical examination after being at the New England Aquarium in Boston for over 50 years.
- Myrtle is deemed robust and healthy despite her advanced age.
- The sea turtle underwent a comprehensive examination including blood sampling, ultrasound, and weight check.
- Myrtle shares her habitat with two other turtles and has attracted millions of visitors over the years.
In Kenya, drought-tolerant camels replace cows for herders: Herders in Kenya are substituting camels for cows, whose numbers have declined by the millions as ...
washingtonpost.com/climate-solutions/interactive/2024/camel-milk-drought-climate-change-kenya/
European court rules nations must protect citizens from effects of climate change
thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/4582830-european-court-climate-change/
Blue Origin selects first Black astronaut candidate for 25th mission: Ed Dwight became the first Black astronaut candidate in 1961, but was never picked up by ...
businessinsider.com/blue-origin-ed-dwight-black-astronaut-25th-mission-new-shepard-2024-4
They Came From Outer Space. Now, They’re Going Into Hiding.: Rising temperatures in Antarctica are making meteorites sink out of view before researchers can ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/08/climate/meteorites-antarctica.html
Scientists navigate the paradox of extreme cold events in a warming world: According to Copernicus Climate Change Service, February 2024 was the warmest February ...
phys.org/news/2024-04-scientists-paradox-extreme-cold-events.html
Taylor Swift’s Private Jet Use Shows Difficulty Tracking Climate Impact: Swift, along with other billionaires and celebrities, has purchased carbon offsets ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-10/taylor-swift-s-private-jet-use-shows-difficulty-tracking-climate-impact
Paid articlePaid Death toll from 4 days of rains rises to 63 in Pakistan with more rain on the forecast
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World Nature Agreement: Where do we stand when it comes to species protection?: The 2022 World Nature Agreement should give biodiversity a higher priority ...
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Transport ministers discuss cheap tariff: Makes the Germany ticket more expensive!
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Paid articlePaid Driven by China, Coal Plants Made a Comeback in 2023: The country, along with India, is still building power stations that run on coal. Elsewhere ...
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Climate-warming gases being smuggled into Europe, investigation says: Large amounts of climate-warming refrigerant gases from China and Turkey are being smuggled ...
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Climate verdict: European Court of Human Rights finds Switzerland guilty. Climate seniors had complained that the authorities were not doing enough to combat ...
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Quick Glance: Landmark Ruling: Switzerland Convicted for Inadequate Climate Protection
- The European Court of Human Rights convicted Switzerland for inadequate climate protection, considering it a violation of human rights.
- The ruling pertains to a group of senior women in Switzerland whose human rights were infringed due to insufficient climate protection.
- This groundbreaking verdict could set precedents for further climate-related lawsuits, both internationally and domestically.
- Additional climate lawsuits from Portugal and France were dismissed by the court, while the ruling in Switzerland carries significant implications.
Sudden heavy rains in Oman kill at least 17 including schoolchildren whose bus was overtaken
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Forbes Billionaires List Shows 'Utterly Unconscionable' Wealth Growth of World's Richest
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Jeff Bezos and Tim Cook among business leaders at the White House dinner: President Joe Biden invited leaders from across business and tech to a lavish dinner at ...
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Paid articlePaid 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 ...
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Today’s top business headlines: Solar eclipse, Apple’s Vision Pro problems, and Jeff Bezos’ 'Billionaire Bunker'
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