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Climate and the rise and fall of civilizations: a lesson from the past

Dec 11, 2015 04:09 am UTC| Insights & Views Nature

2015 will likely be the hottest year on record, beating the previous record set only in 2014. It is also likely to be the first year the global average temperature reaches 1℃ above pre-industrial temperatures (measured...

Why is the business world suddenly clamouring for a global carbon tax?

Dec 11, 2015 03:57 am UTC| Insights & Views Nature Business

Among the various interests at the Paris climate talks, it is arguably the voice of business that has emerged most clearly. Many business leaders are now saying that if the world is intent on reducing greenhouse gas...

Douglas Tompkins: can billionaires really save nature with cold, hard cash?

Dec 10, 2015 11:53 am UTC| Insights & Views Business Nature

Douglas Tompkins, the pioneering entrepreneur who created the outdoor company The North Face and fashion chain Esprit, and who spent his riches creating the worlds largest network of privately owned nature reserves, died...

What are climate change 'tipping points' –and should we be afraid?

Dec 09, 2015 14:32 pm UTC| Insights & Views Nature

As recently as 6,000 years ago the Sahara was green and fertile. Weve found evidence of large rivers crossing the region, lined by flourishing settlements. Then suddenly things changed. Trees died and the land dried up....

Why India’s plan to fight climate change doesn't hold water

Dec 09, 2015 09:59 am UTC| Insights & Views Nature

As the third-largest emitter of greenhouse gases globally, the pressure is on India to offer something meaningful at the Paris climate talks. Yet the country demands the right to develop and lift its population out of...

Why do flood defences fail?

Dec 08, 2015 20:37 pm UTC| Insights & Views Nature

More than 40,000 people were forced to leave their homes after Storm Desmond caused devastating floods and wreaked havoc in north-west England. Initial indications were that the storm may have caused the heaviest local...

Meet the fossil fuel firms sponsoring the world's biggest climate conference

Dec 08, 2015 08:57 am UTC| Insights & Views Nature

In their recent book Climate Change, Capitalism, and Corporations: Processes of Creative Self-Destruction, Christopher Wright and Daniel Nyberg argue that the reputation risk that flows from an association with (greenhouse...

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Economy

Biden to Host President-Elect Trump for White House Meeting

Biden to Host Trump at White House in Historic Meeting In a landmark moment for American politics, President Joe Biden will meet with President-elect Donald Trump at the White House on Wednesday, following Bidens formal...

Mass Protests Erupt in Valencia Over Government Response to Deadly Floods

Mass Protests in Valencia Demand Accountability for Flood Tragedy Valencia, Spain Tens of thousands gathered in the heart of Valencia on Saturday, voicing their outrage over what they say was a slow and insufficient...

Trump Confirms Nikki Haley and Mike Pompeo Will Not Join 2025 Administration

Trump Confirms Haley and Pompeo Excluded from 2025 Administration President-elect Donald Trump announced on Saturday that former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley and former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will not join his...

U.S. Accelerates Missile Shipments to Ukraine Amid Escalating Tensions

U.S. Boosts Military Support to Ukraine with Expedited Missile Shipment The United States plans to accelerate the delivery of more than 500 interceptor missiles to Ukraine in the coming weeks, according to a report by...

Mauritius Election: Voters Weigh Cost-of-Living Solutions as Leaders Promise Economic Relief

Mauritius Election: Leaders Promise Economic Relief Amid Cost-of-Living Crisis Mauritius is set for a critical parliamentary election on Sunday as incumbent Prime Minister Pravind Kumar Jugnauth and rival coalitions...

Politics

‘Biden Must Step Down to Make History!’ Former Harris Aide Sparks Firestorm with Call for First Female President

In a surprising and highly controversial statement, Jamal Simmons, the former communications director for Vice President Kamala Harris, has publicly proposed that President Joe Biden resign from office to pave the way for...

Elon Musk and RFK Jr. ‘Poised for Power’ as Trump Shapes New Cabinet—‘Strategic Alliances to Reshape America'

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to return to the White House, high-profile figures like Elon Musk and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have reportedly entered the conversation surrounding the formation of his new...

Trump Shatters GOP Voting Records! ‘Historic Turnout as Trump Claims Most Popular Votes Ever for a Republican'

In a historic outcome for the Republican Party, former President Donald Trump has reportedly achieved the highest raw popular vote count of any GOP presidential candidate in U.S. history. As projections from the 2024...

Eight States Enact Citizen-Only Voting Laws, Sparking National Debate on Voter Eligibility

In a powerful move redefining voter eligibility, eight U.S. states passed citizen-only voting initiatives in the latest election cycle, sending a strong message on who can cast a ballot. These initiatives, approved by wide...

Donald Trump Jr. Vows to Keep ‘Neocons and Warhawks Out’ of Father’s Cabinet: ‘No More Endless Wars'

Donald Trump Jr. has publicly declared his intent to wield influence in shaping his fathers administration, with a resolute stance against including neocons and warhawks in any future Trump White House. In a recent...

Science

Blue Origin Prepares to Test New Glenn Rocket, Set to Rival SpaceX's Falcon Rockets

Blue Origin is making significant strides toward testing its New Glenn rocket, designed to compete with SpaceXs Falcon lineup. With seven BE-4 engines producing 3.8 million pounds of thrust, the New Glenn is set to test...

SpaceX’s $2.9 Billion Moon Ship Reveals Spacious Design for Future Lunar Missions

SpaceXs latest prototype of its Starship Human Landing System (HLS) offers an inside look at the spacious, two-story design that could soon carry astronauts to the Moon. A central feature in NASAs Artemis program, this...

CDC Urges Second COVID-19 Vaccine for Seniors: ‘Protect Your Health This Season!’ Experts Say It’s Critical

In a recent public health announcement, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended that individuals aged 65 and older receive a second dose of the 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine. This additional dose, the...

Breakfast Secrets: 'Fiber-rich Foods Are the Key to Weight Loss!' Experts Reveal Shocking Truth

Health experts often emphasize the importance of a balanced diet combined with regular exercise for weight management. However, for many, achieving these goals can be a daunting challenge. Instead of drastic food...

Scabies Surge Sparks Alarm: Doctors Warn Brits, 'Don't Ignore That Rash!'

Doctors in the United Kingdom are sounding the alarm over a dramatic rise in scabies cases, urging residents not to dismiss any signs of the itchy skin condition. Recent data shows that hospitals detected approximately...

Technology

Tesla FSD Update Expands Speed Profiles to More Roads, Including City Streets

Teslas Full Self-Driving (FSD) update version 12.5.6.2 now allows speed profiles on roads with speed limits of 50 mph or higher, extending beyond highways to city streets. This feature, part of the 2024.33.30 software...

Waymo Unveils EMMA, a New AI Research Model for Next-Gen Autonomous Driving Technology

Waymo has launched its new AI research model, EMMA, aimed at advancing autonomous driving technology. The model, still in the research stages, integrates multimodal learning for improved decision-making and real-time...

Toyota Targets 2.5 Million Annual Car Production in China by 2030 to Reclaim Market Share

Toyota is set to increase its annual car production in China to 2.5 million by 2030, marking a strategic shift to regain market share lost to local competitors. The Japanese automaker plans to empower local teams and...

Ethereum Hits $3.2K, Surpasses Bank of America Market Cap as Bitcoin Soars Past $79K

Ethereum surged to $3,200 on Nov. 10, pushing its market capitalization to $383 billion and surpassing Bank of Americas valuation. The milestone coincides with Bitcoin soaring past $79,000 following the U.S. presidential...

$3 Dogecoin on the Horizon? Golden Cross Signals Massive Rally Ahead

With a pivotal Golden Cross imminent, Dogecoin is stirring excitement in the crypto world. Kevin Capital foresees a stretch to $1.80, contingent on Bitcoins performance, while Dima James raises the stakes, envisioning DOGE...