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US to grow at double the rate of G7 peers this year, says IMF: Fund also upgrades inflation forecasts as strong demand and tight labour market delay possible Fed ...
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Quick Glance: IMF upgrades global growth forecast despite risks
- The International Monetary Fund slightly raised its global growth forecast on Tuesday, noting that the economy had proven 'surprisingly resilient' despite inflationary pressures and monetary policy shifts.
- IMF's chief economist, Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas, indicated that the global economy is heading for a 'soft landing,' with risks to the outlook now broadly balanced.
- While advanced economies are expected to lead the growth, dim prospects in China and other major emerging markets could impact global trade partners, according to the report.
- Despite Tuesday's brighter outlook, global growth remains low compared to historical standards, partly due to weak productivity growth and increasing geopolitical fragmentation.
Joe Biden convenes G7 in response to Iran’s ‘brazen’ attack on Israel : US president reaffirms ‘ironclad’ backing for ally in call with Benjamin Netanyahu
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Quick Glance: The Night Iran's Missile Show Rattled Israel
- In Tehran, 'Operation True Promise' launched an unprecedented aerial assault on Israel.
- The direct clash between powerful militaries showcased Israel's defense and Iran's display of power.
- Despite minor damages and injuries, the question remains whether this attack signifies further escalation or the start of a war.
- The missile and drone strikes resulted in minimal damage, with Israel and allies successfully intercepting most projectiles.
UK Spurs Intelligence Sharing With Allies on Vote Manipulation: The UK is spearheading a drive to expand intelligence-sharing on electoral interference beyond ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-18/uk-spurs-intelligence-sharing-with-allies-on-vote-manipulation
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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.
bbc.com/news/uk-scotland-68841141
Biden vows G7 response, ‘ironclad’ US support for Israel after Iran attacks: US president reiterates support for Israel in call with Netanyahu amid reports that ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/14/biden-vows-g7-response-ironclad-us-support-for-israel-after-iran-attacks
Quick Glance: New Measures Against Iran and Escalation in West Bank
- The United States intends to take further actions against Iran in the coming days to address the attacks on Israel over the weekend, as announced by US officials on Tuesday.
- To combat the escalation in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, Israeli and Palestinian officials reported the deaths of two Palestinians shot by Israeli settlers on Monday.
Russian Oil Is Once Again Trading Far Above the G-7’s Price Cap Everywhere: Russian oil is trading far in excess of a Group of Seven price cap that’s supposed to ...
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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 ...
bbc.com/news/science-environment-68768598
Ukraine air defense: G7 ministers seeking urgent support : Foreign ministers from the Group of Seven (G7) major powers warned on Thursday that Ukraine risked ...
reuters.com/world/g7-foreign-ministers-seek-urgent-defence-support-ukraine-2024-04-18/
G7 finance leaders pledge cooperation on Iran sanctions, frozen Russian assets: Finance leaders from the Group of Seven industrial democracies on Wednesday ...
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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 ...
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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.
After meeting Herzog, UK’s Cameron says it’s clear Israel will respond to Iran attack
timesofisrael.com/after-meeting-herzog-uks-cameron-says-clear-israel-will-respond-to-iran-attack/
Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire
- The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.
- Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.
- Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.
- It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.
UG graduates first batch of food scientists: The University of Guyana has announced that it has graduated its first ever batch of food scientists and looks ...
stabroeknews.com/2024/04/11/news/guyana/ug-graduates-first-batch-of-food-scientists/
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.
G7 leaders to meet over Iran attack on Israel: The G7 will “coordinate a united diplomatic response to Iran’s brazen attack,” U.S. President Biden said.
politico.eu/article/g7-leaders-to-meet-over-iran-attack-on-israel/
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.
Japan calls for law-abiding fix to handling of frozen Russian assets: Japan wants any handling of frozen Russian assets to abide by international law ...
reuters.com/world/japan-calls-law-abiding-fix-handling-frozen-russian-assets-2024-04-12/
Four Buganda Royal Institute students die in car crash en route beach party: Eyewitnesses told police that the students who were en route to a beach party were ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/four-buganda-royal-institute-students-die-in-car-crash-en-route-beach-party-4589422
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.
Buganda raises Shs2.4b from Kabaka run: The 120,000 kits reflect an increment from last year’s initiative, where 100,000 kits were sold
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/buganda-raises-shs2-4b-from-kabaka-run-4582616
81-year-old woman dies while queuing for SAGE cash: Ms Nakyanzi highlighted the difficulties elderly persons face while collecting their SAGE disbursements
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/81-year-old-woman-dies-while-queuing-for-sage-cash-4594330
Parliament okays Shs500m ‘service award’ to retiring AG Muwanga: MP Nandala Mafabi had proposed a Shs1b reward to the outgoing Auditor General John Muwanga
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/parliament-okays-shs500m-service-award-to-retiring-ag-muwanga-4584924
Germany lags behind in G7: IMF sees global economy on the right track: Despite interest rate increases and fluctuating prices, the global economy remains robust ...
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UK lags G7 as labour market 'inactivity' hits eight-year high: Four years since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, Britain remains beset by a persistent rise ...
reuters.com/world/uk/uk-lags-g7-labour-market-inactivity-hits-eight-year-high-2024-04-17/
Young Ugandans tangle in the mud. They dream of becoming professional wrestlers: A bamboo-lined wrestling ring in rural Uganda has captured the attention of some ...
apnews.com/article/uganda-mud-wrestling-0cb16f5367a5a60dd3afbc7c04c1f8ec
Chaos as army court denies NUP supporters bail again: The suspects were first remanded on charges of unlawful possession of 13 explosive devices following their ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/chaos-as-army-court-denies-nup-supporters-bail-again-4591996
Let’s find solutions to concerns on EFRIS: The traders and the taxman seem to be speaking at cross purposes and someone ought to listen keenly to find out the ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/oped/editorial/let-s-find-solutions-to-concerns-on-efris-4586284
UN Security Council: Concerns about a conflagration after Iran's major attack on Israel
focus.de/politik/ausland/sorge-vor-flaechenbrand-nach-irans-grossangriff-auf-israel_id_259852457.html
Italy to invite African, South American leaders to G7 summit: Italy is planning to invite leaders from several African countries as well as Argentina ...
reuters.com/world/italy-plans-invite-south-american-african-countries-june-g7-summit-2024-04-11/
'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
Reactions to Iran's attack | Trump: "Weakness" of the USA partly responsible: Following the Iranian attack on Israel, there is growing concern about further ...
t-online.de/nachrichten/ausland/id_100385098/reaktionen-auf-irans-angriff-trump-schwaeche-der-usa-mitverantwortlich.html
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 ...
nachrichten.at/panorama/chronik/noch-nie-so-frueh-erster-hitzetag-des-jahres-gemessen;art58,3937714
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.
Russia to grow faster than all advanced economies says IMF: The IMF estimates Russia's economy will grow faster than the likes of the US, UK and Germany this ...
bbc.com/news/business-68823399
United Arab Emirates struggles to recover after heaviest recorded rainfall, massive flooding, hits desert nation
pbs.org/newshour/world/united-arab-emirates-struggles-to-recover-after-heaviest-recorded-rainfall-massive-flooding-hits-desert-nation
Up and coming posh neighbourhoods: Many of such areas were mere bushes fifteen years ago but today are neighbourhoods featuring the kind of classy properties ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/magazines/homes-and-property/up-and-coming-posh-neighbourhoods-4593110
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
Kitara dumps holders Vipers from Uganda Cup: In the quarter final played at Masindi Stadium, Vipers broke the deadlock through Yunus Sentamu in the 51st minute ...
newvision.co.ug/category/sports/kitara-dumps-holders-vipers-from-uganda-cup-NV_185880
Contractor struggles to finish Shs34b projects: The road projects are under the Uganda Support for Municipal Development programme, which is funded by the World ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/contractor-struggles-to-finish-shs34b-projects-4586530
Teachers at Bulera College unpaid for nine months: Video Teachers at Bulera College unpaid for nine months Thursday, April 11, 2024 Thank you for reading Nation ...
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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
weforum.org/agenda/2024/04/nature-climate-news-un-warning-04152024/
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.
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
Anti-homosexuality law in Uganda remains in place: Lawsuits dismissed: In Uganda, people who engage in homosexual acts can be punished with death ...
berliner-zeitung.de/news/anti-homosexuellen-gesetz-in-uganda-gericht-weist-klage-ab-li.2202378
Islamic State-linked attackers kill at least 11 people - officials say | Africanews
africanews.com/2024/04/15/islamic-state-linked-attackers-kill-at-least-11-people-officials-say/
How to rear ducks well : Ducks are beautiful birds, easy to keep and they bring warmth to a farm
monitor.co.ug/uganda/magazines/farming/how-to-rear-ducks-well--4588728
Ugandan judges uphold a draconian anti-gay law: The decision will send ripples across Africa
economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2024/04/04/ugandan-judges-uphold-a-draconian-anti-gay-law
G7 countries pushing for Iran sanctions over attack on Israel - National | Globalnews.ca
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Soldiers to get huge pay rise: This pay rise comes a few years after the army’s top brass increased the salaries of high-ranking officials in 2022.
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/soldiers-to-get-huge-pay-rise-4590830
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
Speaker Among slams URA over electronic receipting system as traders protest: “There's need for regular consultations and education between URA and taxpayers ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/speaker-among-slams-ura-over-electronic-receipting-system-as-traders-protest-4594964
Museveni offer Shs10m for Busoga bishop's treatment: President Museveni has offered Shs10million for the treatment of Busoga Diocese Bishop Paul Samson ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/museveni-offer-shs10m-for-busoga-bishop-s-treatment-4589780
Guard shoots dead logistics company driver over alleged affair with wife: According to police, it is alleged that Adaca was involved in extramarital affairs with ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/guard-shoots-dead-logistics-company-driver-over-alleged-affair-with-wife-4586690
Mayiga hails Alex Mukulu’s contribution to theatre: Mr Mukulu said his love for theatre forced him back to the stage in order to persuade people to come back to ...
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Emyooga, five years down the road: Access to affordable loans – Emyooga SACCOs lend to their members at an interest rate of approximately 0.7 percent per month
monitor.co.ug/uganda/oped/commentary/emyooga-five-years-down-the-road-4593080
Ugandan doctors urged to embrace international studies for further skills : Ugandan doctors have been encouraged to take up new international online studies to ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/ugandan-doctors-urged-to-embrace-international-studies-for-further-skills--4592562
"Climate lie": ORF rejects Baumgartner's statements about Wadsak: Felix Baumgartner accused ORF meteorologists of "climate lies". ORF warns of insult, defamation ...
derstandard.at/story/3000000215694/klima-luege-orf-weist-baumgartner-aeusserungen-ueber-wadsak-zurueck
Clergy express worry as Bible sales drop: Bishop Barnabas Tibaijuka of Ruwenzori West Diocese said many Ugandans are no longer interested in the physical Bibles
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/clergy-express-worry-as-bible-sales-drop-4591904
Fr Denis Mayanja: Priest who never shies away from politics: The Catholic priest says speaking the truth is a key tenet of any responsible religious leader so as ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/fr-denis-mayanja-priest-who-never-shies-away-from-politics-4593238
Museveni to meet striking traders: Traders are striking over grievances regarding taxation and government policies that are adversely affecting their businesses
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/museveni-to-meet-striking-traders-4593176
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 ...
zdf.de/nachrichten/wissen/ozean-temperaturen-meer-stroemung-europa-klimawandel-100.html
Muslims to celebrate Eid on Wednesday after month -long fasting: This comes after Muslim leaders failed to sight the new crescent moon on Monday evening as ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/muslims-to-celebrate-eid-on-wednesday-after-month-long-fasting-4583636
Why short-fused King David lost his groove at URA : It's even dimmer when you focus only on the StarTimes Uganda Premier League where he has won six times ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/sports/soccer/why-short-fused-king-david-lost-his-groove-at-ura--4589016
Tayebwa dismisses land grabbing claims after meeting accuser: I am very sorry and humbly request the deputy speaker to forgive me for spreading false information ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/tayebwa-dismisses-land-grabbing-claims-after-meeting-accuser-4593868
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/
Ex-Bugisu cultural leader Wamimbi dies: Wamimbi was recently admitted to a health facility in Namulanda on the Kampala-Entebbe Road before he was transferred to ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/ex-bugisu-cultural-leader-wamimbi-dies-4588978
Shilling-denominated loans moderated to 9.1 per cent – BoU: The moderate private sector growth is reflected in the manufacturing, business services ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/shilling-denominated-loans-moderated-to-9-1-per-cent-bou-4586596
Insurance regulatory body tasks players to protect clients : "Insurance is a critical pillar of our economy that provides protection and stability of ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/insurance-regulatory-body-tasks-players-to-protect-clients--4590728
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 ...
rte.ie/news/environment/2024/0417/1444177-climate-economy/
Former NEMA boss Okurut dead: Dr Okurut passed away on Sunday afternoon at Platinum Hospital, Nakasero, Kampala.
newvision.co.ug/category/news/former-nema-boss-okurut-dead-NV_185877
Japan to allow divorced parents to share custody of children: Change to civil code will bring Japan into line with other G7 countries, amid concerns existing law ...
theguardian.com/world/2024/apr/17/japan-divorced-parents-custody-children-rule-law-change
Colombia's capital starts rationing water after reservoirs hit historically low levels
apnews.com/article/colombia-bogota-water-rationing-drought-el-nino-38b0222f3277d925cb534e7bcb08fd60
G7 leaders say Iran attack on Israel risks ‘uncontrollable regional escalation’: The leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) warned Sunday that the Iranian attack on ...
thehill.com/policy/international/4593515-g7-leaders-say-iran-attack-on-israel-risks-uncontrollable-regional-escalation/
Islanders turn to risky canoes as MV Nathalie suspends operations: MV Nathalie, the only modern vessel plying the Kasenyi -Kyamuswa route last week suspended ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/islanders-turn-to-risky-canoes-as-mv-nathalie-suspends-operations-4587614
Sprinter Orogot lands historic Olympics ticket: Orogot’s time is currently the second fastest in 2024 after Courtney Lindsey’s 19.88 at the Memorial too and ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/sports/athletics/sprinter-orogot-lands-historic-olympics-ticket-4590154
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.
Uganda announces taxes on tax : In fact, Ugandans are so rich that every time they pay new taxes, they have energy to expend on making noise about new taxes ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/magazines/people-power/uganda-announces-taxes-on-tax--4589720
Museveni blames poverty in North on Acholi leaders: The President made the remarks while assessing the progress of works at the Atiak Sugar Works
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/museveni-blames-poverty-in-north-on-acholi-leaders-4590868
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: ...
t-online.de/klima/kolumne-sara-schurmann/id_100383908/sommer-wetter-in-deutschland-im-april-zu-schoen-um-gut-zu-sein.html
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.
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