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Meghan Markle's Unexpected Backless Dress Infuses Some Heat Into Royal Fashion: She aced this date-night look, and you can shop the exact look here.
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Light causes water to evaporate - completely without heat: Apparently, individual photons are able to transport water molecules into the air ...
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Somehow This $10,000 Flame-Thrower Robot Dog Is Completely Legal in 48 States: Meet Thermonator. It blasts fire up to 30 feet and has Bluetooth.
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In the Philippines, it’s ‘so hot you can’t breathe’ as heat index touches 47 degrees Celsius
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Europe is the fastest-warming continent, report says: Europe is the fastest-warming continent and its temperatures are rising at roughly twice the global average ...
nbcnews.com/science/environment/europe-fastest-warming-continent-twice-global-average-report-rcna148829
Quick Glance: Europe Leads in Climate Change, Urgent Need for Renewable Energy
- Europe is the fastest-warming continent, with temperatures rising about twice as fast as the global average, according to a joint report by top climate monitoring organizations.
- The continent generated 43% of its electricity from renewables last year, surpassing fossil fuels for the second consecutive year, highlighting the need for targeted strategies to transition to renewable resources.
- Temperatures in Europe are now 2.3 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels, nearing the goals of the Paris climate accord to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius, impacting human health with increased deaths related to extreme climate events.
- The report emphasizes the urgent need for action as heatwaves, wildfires, and other extreme weather events have led to significant economic losses and human casualties across the continent.
Bangladesh: Extreme heat kicks 33 million children out of schools: Bangladesh has closed schools and colleges due to extreme heat for the second year in a row.
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Flame-throwing robot dog that can torch anything in its path goes on sale: A flame-throwing robotic dog invented by a company in the United States has gone on ...
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States may need to brace for long, hot summer: The latest outlooks, plus recent research, suggest an unusually hot June through August.
axios.com/2024/04/23/summer-2024-heat-weather
Heatstroke kills 30 in Thailand in 2024 as kingdom bakes: The heat index in Bangkok is expected to rise above 52 deg C on April 25.
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How do trees and green spaces enhance our health? - Harvard Health: Trees enhance our lives by releasing oxygen, reducing pollution, and preventing ...
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Quick Glance: Benefits of Trees and Green Spaces on Health
- Trees contribute to reducing greenhouse gases and improving air quality.
- Shade-providing trees help reduce heat stress and prevent heat-related illnesses.
- Children benefit from green spaces by exhibiting improved behavior, attention, and mood.
- Green spaces in communities promote safety, social interaction, and enhance quality of life.
Despite weather glitch, the Paris Olympics flame is lit at the Greek cradle of ancient games
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Quick Glance: Paris Olympics Flame Lit in Greek Cradle Amid Weather Challenges
- Despite the absence of Apollo, the flame for the Paris Olympics was ignited at the site of the ancient games in southern Greece on Tuesday.
- A backup flame was used as cloudy skies prevented the traditional lighting, where an actress dressed as an ancient Greek priestess typically uses the sun to ignite a silver torch.
- The flame will be carried by torchbearers from Olympia for over 5000 kilometers through Greece before being handed over to the Paris Games organizers in Athens on April 26.
- The Belem, a French three-masted sailing ship, will transport the Olympic flame from Greece to Marseille, arriving on May 8 after visiting the historic site of Olympia.
Window-mounted heat pumps could make apartments more sustainable. Here’s how New York is leading the way
weforum.org/agenda/2024/04/window-mounted-heat-pumps-sustainable-apartments/
Explosion in Crimean port: Russia's oldest naval vessel is on fire: The submarine salvage ship "Kommuna" has been in service with the Russian Navy since 1915 ...
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Europe is warming up faster than any other continent, and the heat is deadly: The number of heat-related deaths in Europe increased 30% in the last 20 years ...
npr.org/2024/04/22/1244791280/europe-is-warming-up-faster-than-any-other-continent-and-the-heat-is-deadly
Tel Aviv temperatures shatter 85-year April record as heatwave scorches country: City records high of 40.7°C, surpassing previous peak of 40.4°C in 1939; three ...
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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
geothermal energy - infinite warmth from the depths: In Germany, so far only little energy has been generated from geothermal energy. It could be an important ...
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Winter weather returns to Germany after spring heat spell: Temperatures in Germany almost hit 30C in the last few weeks. But winter-like weather is well and ...
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UN labor agency report warns of rising threat of excess heat, climate change on world's workers
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Danger warning issued for Bangkok as extreme heat bites: BANGKOK: Thai authorities issued an extreme heat warning for Bangkok on Wednesday (Apr 24) ...
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Low-frequency Noise Is Pervasive. Does That Matter?: Sounds that are lower pitched are less studied than other types. Some say it’s a health hazard ...
undark.org/2024/04/15/low-frequency-noise-health/
Historic stock exchange in flames: Burning Dragon Tower collapses in Copenhagen: The historic stock exchange in Copenhagen is on fire. The spire of the building ...
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Quick Glance: Devastating Fire Strikes Copenhagen's Old Stock Exchange
- A blaze engulfed Copenhagen’s historic former stock exchange in Denmark’s capital on Tuesday, with the spire being consumed by flames and collapsing.
- The fire spread across multiple floors of the monument, leading to the collapse of its roof, as reported by local fire department chief Jakob Vedsted Andersen.
- The tower, standing at 184 feet, featured a distinctive design resembling four intertwined dragons’ tails, symbolizing protection against enemies and fire, as indicated by tourism websites.
- Deputy Prime Minister Troels Lund Poulsen referred to the incident as Denmark’s unique moment akin to Notre Dame, alluding to the 2019 fire in the roof of the Parisian landmark.
Sealing up your home can save money and fight climate change: An Edina woman knew her house could get drafty in the winter, so she signed up for a home energy ...
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»The Invisible Lion«: React in a balanced and appropriate manner: The book provides a model of the nervous system, suitable exercises show possible ways out of ...
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Commentary: A hotter Singapore will change how we work and live: Warm conditions are expected to persist, but air-conditioning may hurt us in the long run ...
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Great Barrier Reef experiencing one of its worst coral bleaching events: Coral bleaching is evident across 73 percent of the famed marine park ...
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Heat and Floods Are Increasingly Hitting Coastlines with a One-Two Punch: Compound events in which coastal flooding and heat waves occur at the same time are ...
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Managers at Samsung now have to work six days instead of five: Due to the poor business figures in 2023, a "sense of crisis" is to be conveyed ...
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Protest shocks New York: Man sets himself on fire during Trump trial: A historic criminal trial against former President Trump is taking place in New York ...
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Climate Conversations Podcast: How else can an air-con nation keep cool in a heatwave?
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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
Coral reefs can't keep up with climate change. So scientists are speeding up evolution
npr.org/2024/04/17/1245085914/coral-reefs-bleaching-climate-change-algae
Exercise changes the brain in a way that helps heart health, especially for people with depression
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How Texas unleashed a geothermal boom: With its nation-leading renewables fleet and oil and gas industry, Texas is poised to dominate what boosters hope will be ...
thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/4605177-texas-geothermal-energy-boom/
Coral bleaching: Fourth global mass stress episode underway - US scientists: Ocean heat records have been breaking for months. This is the first global evidence ...
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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.
Death, drought and devastation: Europe faces 'huge number' of climate extremes, report finds
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Camels evolved from a cold-weather ancestor. We could learn from their remarkable transformation
cnn.com/2024/04/16/climate/life-as-we-know-it-book-bill-weir/
Earth Day 2024 is another signpost for a warming plant facing climate change: Earth Day activities raise awareness, but the monthly run of world heat records hit ...
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Major fire in Copenhagen: the historic spire collapses in front of the cameras: The images are reminiscent of the fire at Notre Dame Cathedral: In Copenhagen ...
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Lethal heat in West Africa is driven by human-caused climate change: The recent deadly heat in West Africa is driven by human activities, including the burning ...
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Myanmar’s Aung San Suu Kyi is moved to house arrest amid extreme heat: Myanmar’s detained former leader and Nobel laureate Aung San Suu Kyi has been moved from ...
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Scientists’ experiment is ‘beacon of hope’ for coral reefs on brink of global collapse
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Lives of Stardust victims detailed by loved ones: The inquests into the fire at the Stardust nightclub heard profiles of the lives, and the deaths ...
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Burning cars in Manila: Flames spread to airport parking lot: A fire breaks out in a parking lot at Manila airport. 19 cars are damaged, some vehicles burn out ...
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Going for broke: the tragicomedy of Trussonomics: Liz Truss believed she was the keeper of the Thatcher flame, an iron lady who’d deliver ‘growth, growth ...
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Quick Glance: Liz Truss: From Premiership to Resignation in 49 Days
- Liz Truss became Prime Minister and resigned after just 49 days, despite her husband's prediction that 'it would all end in tears'.
- Truss assumed office on September 6, 2022, succeeding Boris Johnson, but faced early challenges and personal struggles.
- Despite implementing economic measures and facing political turbulence, Truss resigned after a mini-budget led to a pensions crisis.
- She reflects on her failed tenure, attributing blame to structural issues and drawing parallels to the controversial football manager Brian Clough.
Coral reefs can't keep up with climate change. So scientists are speeding up evolution
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How did life on Earth begin? Cracks may have been the key.: A new experiment shows how complex molecules crucial for life could have been synthesized from early ...
washingtonpost.com/science/2024/04/16/origins-life-earth-prebiotic-chemistry/
3 zodiac signs will have their greatest wish come true in summer: In addition to plenty of sun and warmth, three zodiac signs can look forward to great moments ...
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Laborers and street vendors in Mali find no respite as deadly heat wave surges through West Africa
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Boeing Updates Near-Term 737, 787 Rate Outlooks, Constraints: Nearly flawless fuselages and a sufficient supply of heat exchangers are the two key pacing items ...
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Quick Glance: Boeing faces revenue decline after 7 quarters with decreasing deliveries
- Boeing experienced a revenue decline in the last quarter, marking the first time in seven quarters as aircraft deliveries decrease.
- The quarterly revenue amounted to $16.57 billion, surpassing the expectations of $16.23 billion.
- Boeing aims to deliver a significant portion of its inventory of 737s and 787s by the end of the year to generate much-needed capital.
- Operating margins at Boeing's defense business improved to 2.2% in the quarter, compared to a negative value of 3.2% a year ago.
2nd phase of Indian election underway: Millions of voters brave scorching heat as second phase of Indian election kicks off, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi ...
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Maharashtra: Union Minister Nitin Gadkari faints during poll rally, says he ‘felt discomfort due to heat’
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A creamy sauce coats potatoes, carrots, and chicken in this comforting recipe.
This Cozy Creamy Chicken Stew Is Ready in Just an Hour: This creamy chicken stew recipe is cozy and comforting. It cooks quickly enough for a weeknight ...
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Quick Glance: This Warm Creamy Chicken Stew is Ready in Under an Hour
- Begin by searing chicken drumsticks and breast meat to create the base for deep savory flavor in this creamy chicken stew.
- Cook the mushrooms in the same skillet until they are browned in spots, then add the potatoes, carrots, onions, and garlic to the pan.
- A little flour adds a creamy and rich texture to the stew, while deglazing the pan with white wine adds an elegant lift of acidity.
- A few parsley leaves scattered on top add bright, fresh, herbaceous notes to the stew.
What Happened to the ‘Castle’ Derrick Storm Spin-off?: While Castle may have ended prematurely, a potential Derrick Storm spinoff could have continued the same ...
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Joe Mazzulla, Celtics know that an improved Miami team awaits them in Game 2: Jaylen Brown told reporters after practice they anticipate a hungrier and more ...
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Quick Glance: Celtics Face Ridicule After Game 2 Loss to Heat Without Butler
- The Miami Heat evened up their NBA playoff series with the Boston Celtics with a 111-101 win in Game 2.
- Despite Miami's unusually strong performance from beyond the arc, Boston stayed within striking distance.
- The Celtics need to step up, especially Kristaps Porziņģis, to be successful.
- A win in Game 3 would be crucial for the Celtics to prove themselves as genuine contenders.
Heat made adjustments to change 3-point math in Game 2. Is it sustainable and how will Celtics respond?
miamiherald.com/sports/nba/miami-heat/article287998705.html
India’s Tech Hub Bengaluru Votes During Heatwave and Water Shortages: India’s high tech hub of Bengaluru votes Friday amid searing heat and a prolonged water ...
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5 ways to keep the house cool without an AC: Don't have an air conditioner at home? Beat the ongoing heatwave following these simple tips — from clever use of ...
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India's Inheritance Tax Dominates Election Debate as Phase 2 of Voting Begins
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Paid articlePaid Season’s highest 42.7°C temp recorded in Chuadanga: Chuadanga and its adjacent districts, including that beyond the adjacent border with India, are plain ...
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The 3 Best French Presses, According to Our Extensive, Caffeinated Testing: We tested 18 French press coffee makers, evaluating their brew quality ...
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Streaming wars heat up as Reliance Jio takes on Netflix, Amazon with Re 1 per day JioCinema premium plans with “free” IPL and more
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#WalangPasok: Class suspensions, Friday, April 26, 2024: Here is a list of areas where on-site classes are suspended for Friday, April 26, 2024 ...
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Miami-Dade County’s urban tree project unable to shade residents from record heat
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Fire brigade operation in Merseburg: Major fire in Merseburg: flames blaze in the underground car park
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Dancers in Negros Oriental town festival pass out due to extreme heat: New policies and guidelines are set to be implemented in Santa Catalina town ...
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Smokeless Products Are the Future of Big Tobacco. This Company Is Losing the Race.
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Meet Thermonator, a Flame-Throwing Robodog That Can Light Fires, Melt Snow: You, or the US military, can now buy a 'wolfpack' of Thermonators that blast 30-foot ...
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Quick Glance: Thermonator: Robodog with Flamethrower
- Throwflame is selling the Thermonator, a robodog with a flamethrower for $9,420.
- The Thermonator can be remote-controlled, weighs about 37 pounds, and features environment sensing technology.
- The product can be used for controlled burns in agriculture, snow melting, or entertainment purposes.
- The robodog's flamethrower has a range of 30 feet but can be limited to 10 feet in certain states.
Vendors struggle to work, fight for survival in General Santos’ sun-baked streets
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Shock in Bitterfeld holiday park: flames destroy holiday oasis - 89-year-old saves himself from burning caravan
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Beyoncé Shares Her Wash Day Ritual And Reveals Natural Hair Length: Beyonce shared an Instagram video breaking down how she maintains her signature blonde using ...
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Coffee Prices to Extend Surge as Hoarding, Heat Exacerbate Vietnam Supply Crunch: Coffee prices are expected to extend their meteoric surge with the hoarding of ...
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216 new apartments in Hafencity? A reptile causes stress: The development could look something like this. This is a first visualization of the Wilhelm-Holert ...
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DeSantis Signs Florida Bill Blocking Local Heat Safety Rules For Workers: “Someone is going to die as a result of this legislation,” said one worker.
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IN PHOTOS: Filipinos find ways to cope with scorching heat: Take a look at how people try to stay cool in hot weather
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Bangkok Heat Wave: Death Toll Rises, Sixth Day of Warnings: Warnings of extreme heat in Bangkok were issued for the sixth consecutive day ...
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Dagupan bakes in 47-degree heat for the 4th day in a row: Dagupan City in Pangasinan is going to have a sizzling hot Friday as weather bureau PAGASA forecasts ...
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Arvind Kejriwal's arrest: Delhi CM's judicial custody ends today as politics heat up over his diabetic condition | Mint
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Why You Should Be Using Massage Candles: Whether solo, or partnered, these massage candles are sure to turn the heat up on your self-care routines.
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