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Uttarakhand Flash Flood Kills Four, Dozens Missing

A flash flood in Dharali, Uttarakhand, India, on Tuesday afternoon killed at least four people, with dozens missing and numerous buildings destroyed; heavy rainfall, possibly a cloudburst, is suspected as the cause.

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Life Below Water
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International Plastic Pollution Treaty Negotiations Begin in Geneva

Representatives from over 170 countries are meeting in Geneva until August 14 to negotiate a binding agreement to reduce plastic pollution, focusing on production limits, waste management, and financial support for developing nations, following a failed attempt last year.

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Responsible Consumption and Production
theglobeandmail.com
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Newfoundland Wildfires Cause Evacuations, Destroy Structures

Multiple wildfires in Newfoundland, fueled by hot, dry weather, have led to evacuations, structural damage near Small Point–Adam's Cove–Blackhead–Broad Cove and Kingston, and a province-wide open fire ban with a $1,000 fine.

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Climate Action
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Harmful Algal Bloom Warning: Toxin Levels in Lake Erie Exceed Recreational Limits

A 160-mile cyanobacteria bloom in western Lake Erie, exceeding toxin limits in several areas, has prompted warnings from the NCCOS due to warmer temperatures and climate change exacerbating the typical seasonal bloom.

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Good Health and Well-being
welt.de
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\"Germany's Reluctance to Adopt Air Conditioning Amidst Rising Heatwaves\"\

Despite frequent air conditioning failures in German ICE trains and the absence of such systems in Berlin's subway due to economic and environmental concerns, a survey reveals only 18% of Germans use home air conditioners, highlighting cultural factors and cost as significant barriers to adoption.

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Climate Action
elmundo.es
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Widespread Heatwave Prompts Alerts Across Spain

A heatwave in Spain has prompted orange and yellow weather alerts in thirteen autonomous communities, with temperatures exceeding 40 degrees Celsius in several areas, urging citizens to take precautions and protect vulnerable groups.

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Good Health and Well-being
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Uttarakhand Flash Flood Leaves Four Dead, Many Missing

A flash flood in Dharali, Uttarakhand, India, on Tuesday, July 25, 2023, at 1:45 p.m. local time, caused at least four deaths and left many missing, destroying homes and businesses; the flood may have been caused by a cloudburst, intense rainfall exceeding 100 mm per hour.

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No Poverty
dw.com
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Indonesia Urges Climate Action Amidst Concerns Over Emission Reduction Targets

Indonesia's DGCC calls for international collaboration to fight climate change, aiming to limit global temperature rise as outlined in the Paris Agreement; however, reports suggest Indonesia may struggle to meet its emission reduction targets, potentially exhausting its carbon budget by 2027.

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Climate Action
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Trump Administration Considers Ending NASA's Carbon Dioxide Monitoring Missions

The Trump administration considers ending two NASA satellite missions monitoring atmospheric carbon dioxide, despite their high-quality data vital for climate research and agriculture, costing $15 million annually to maintain.

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Climate Action
zeit.de
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German Climate Activist Attempts Transatlantic SUP Crossing

Michael Walther, a 46-year-old German climate activist, is undertaking a solo transatlantic crossing on a customized 6-meter long Stand-Up Paddleboard (SUP) from Lagos, Portugal to French Guiana, collecting data for the Alfred Wegener Institute while raising awareness for climate action.

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Climate Action
nrc.nl
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Dinosaur Teeth Reveal Late Cretaceous CO2 Levels and Biomass Productivity

Analysis of oxygen isotopes in Late Cretaceous dinosaur teeth from various species suggests atmospheric CO2 concentrations were 2.5 times higher than pre-industrial levels, while organic material production was 20-120% greater than today, according to a study published in PNAS.

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elmundo.es
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Heat Exposure Accelerates Biological Aging by Over Two Years Annually: Study

Recent studies using epigenetic clocks show that prolonged exposure to extreme heat accelerates biological aging by over two years per year of exposure, impacting health and lifespan.

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Good Health and Well-being

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