Tag: Climate
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Tackling Unsustainable Food Systems for Health and Climate Gains
Why unsustainable food systems matter for health and the climate The latest synthesis in Frontiers in Science makes a compelling case that our changing food environment is more than a nutrition issue—it’s a planetary health crisis. The review highlights how unsustainable food systems contribute to rising obesity rates while exacerbating environmental harms such as greenhouse…
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Tackling Unsustainable Food Systems for Health and Climate Benefits
Introduction: The double-edged challenge of our food environment Recent evidence summarized in a major Frontiers in Science review highlights a critical reality: our changing food environment is fueling both rising obesity and mounting environmental harms. Tackling unsustainable food systems is not just a health issue; it is a climate action imperative. By realigning what, how,…
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Optical and Microphysical Characterization of Atmospheric Aerosols in Chad Based on Satellite Observations
Introduction Chad, a landlocked nation in central Africa, faces a complex mix of natural and anthropogenic aerosol sources. This study leverages satellite observations to characterize the optical and microphysical properties of atmospheric aerosols over Chad, providing insights into dust transport, aerosol composition, and potential climate impacts. By combining multi-sensor remote sensing data, we aim to…
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Deep Snow Blankets Yellowstone Lake: A Frozen Void Seen from Space
Yellowstone’s Snow-Covered Lake: A Winter Portrait from Space When a thick layer of snow blankets a lake, the familiar becomes almost otherworldly. That’s precisely the impression captured by a striking Earth-from-space photograph of Yellowstone Lake, where a deep winter snowpack renders the water’s surface into a seemingly featureless, white void. Yet beneath this serene, monochrome…
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Pakistan and EU Deepen Strategic Partnership in 7th Brussels Dialogue
Brussels hosts the 7th Pakistan-EU Strategic Dialogue In a significant stride for regional and global diplomacy, Pakistan and the European Union reaffirmed their broad-based, forward-looking partnership during the 7th Strategic Dialogue held in Brussels. The meeting, co-chaired by Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister and high-ranking EU officials, underscored a mutual commitment to deepen…
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Heatwave Peaks in Queensland as Severe Storms Move South
Queensland Faces Intensifying Heat as Temps Surge Large parts of Queensland are enduring a prolonged heatwave, with central and eastern regions forecast to reach extreme temperatures. The hottest pockets are expected to hit up to 45 degrees Celsius, continuing a trend of above-average heat that has persisted over the weekend. Weather offices warn that the…
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Wild Weekend of Australian Weather: Cyclone Fina, Severe Storms, and a Record Heatwave
Overview: A Weekend of Extreme Weather Across Australia Three intertwined weather events are shaping Australia’s forecast this weekend. Tropical Cyclone Fina continues its precarious arc along the Top End coast, a widespread thunderstorm outbreak is expected to surge across the eastern states with a potential for dangerous supercells, and a relentless heatwave is pushing temperatures…
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Singapore Year-End Rains: Two Weather Systems Expected
Overview Singapore’s weather outlook for the year-end period points to two distinct rain-bearing systems approaching the city-state by December. While the rain is a familiar feature of Singapore’s tropical climate, forecasters say the arrival of these systems does not automatically translate into a substantially wetter season. The city’s rainfall pattern remains influenced by local topography,…
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Slow Efficiency Progress is a Wasted Opportunity
Why energy efficiency is the fastest path to progress Governments around the world recognize that reliable, affordable energy is essential for modern life. Yet the fastest and most cost-effective route to a secure energy future is not building more power plants, but using the energy we already have more wisely. Energy efficiency is often described…
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German President Arrives in Ghana for a 3-Day State Visit to Strengthen Ties
Overview of the 3-Day Visit Germany’s President Frank-Walter Steinmeier is visiting Ghana for a three-day state visit that began on Sunday, November 2, 2025. The trip underscores the long-standing bilateral relationship between Germany and Ghana, focusing on expanding economic cooperation, development partnerships, and cultural exchange. The visit will include high-level meetings with Ghanaian officials, discussions…