Tag: climate resilience
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Queensland Cattle Tragedy: Tens of Thousands Stranded as Floodwaters Encase Grasslands
In the Heart of Queensland’s Floodplain Across north-west Queensland, a landscape once known for its endless horizons and cattle stations has become a tableau of paradoxes: water where cattle need land, grass nearby yet out of reach. Tens of thousands of cattle are confronted with a deadly combination of thirst and hunger as roving floods…
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Record Wet March in Singapore: Monsoon Surge Sparks Unusual Rainfall, Warmest Months on Record in June and November
Overview: A Wet March in Singapore Unlike Any Other Singapore experienced a dramatic shift in its weather pattern in March 2025, recording the wettest March on record. An unusual monsoon surge brought heavy rainfall across the island nation, disrupting daily life but also highlighting the impact of shifting climate dynamics in a tropical city-state. The…
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Calgary’s 2024 Feeder Main Break: Independent Review Finds Systemic Gaps in Water Utility Governance
Overview of the Findings An independent review into Calgary’s 2024 feeder main rupture concludes that the city’s approach to governing and maintaining its critical water utility assets has been hampered by persistent inefficiencies, fragmented oversight, and aging infrastructure. The report characterizes the issues as systemic rather than isolated incidents, suggesting that gaps in governance, risk…
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Day Weather Guide to Southern Australia’s Most Severe Heatwave in Years
Overview: Southern Australia’s Extreme Heat Southern Australia is bracing for a record-breaking heatwave, with daytime temperatures forecast to rise well into the 40s Celsius across multiple days. The heat is expected to be up to 15 degrees above the mid-summer average, bringing high heat risk, drought stress, and heightened health concerns. Residents should treat this…
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Day Weather Guide: Navigating Southern Australia’s Severe Heatwave
What’s Happening: A Record-Setting Heatwave Across Southern Australia Southern Australia is bracing for an unprecedented heatwave that could push daytime temperatures into the mid-40s Celsius across several regions for multiple days. The heat surge is described as the most intense spell in years, with thermometers averaging 15 degrees Celsius above the mid-summer norm. While temperatures…
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How to Help the World’s Poor Most in 2026
Setting the Stage for 2026 As the calendar turns, many of us want to use the new year to make a meaningful difference. In 2026, the goal isn’t just generosity—it’s strategic, informed giving and action that reaches those most in need. From evidence-based philanthropy to personal behavior changes, this guide outlines practical steps to help…
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Higher Agricultural Budget Aims to Strengthen Philippines’ Food Security
New Budget Boosts for Agriculture The Philippines is set to intensify its push toward self-sufficiency in food as Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel announced a higher budget for the sector this year. Officials say the additional funding is not just a short-term relief measure but a strategic investment designed to raise farm and fishery output,…
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DA Rolls Out Typhoon-Resistant Farm Infrastructure to Stabilize Chili Pepper Prices
Overview The Department of Agriculture (DA) in the Philippines is launching a program to strengthen farm infrastructure against typhoons and heavy rains, with a specific focus on stabilizing chili pepper prices. By investing in resilient structures and improved farming practices, the DA aims to protect yields, reduce post-harvest losses, and shield consumers from price spikes…
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Flood Control Budget 2026: DPWH Gets P2.49B Boost for Projects
DPWH Secures P2.49 Billion for Flood Control in 2026 Budget The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has been allocated a significant chunk of the proposed national budget for 2026 to advance flood control initiatives. Under the plan totaling roughly P6.793 trillion, about P2.49 billion is earmarked specifically for flood control-related projects. This funding…
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Zohran Mamdani’s Path to NYC’s Promise: Will His Ambitious Agenda Find Real Ground?
Introduction: A bold mandate in a complex city When Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old progressive voice from Queens, was sworn in as New York City’s mayor, he arrived with a mandate that sounded loud and clear: transform the city’s political and economic landscape without watering down his ambitious promises. The inauguration laid the groundwork for a…