Tag: risk assessment
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Building Gender-Responsive Climate Security: Inside CGIAR’s New Training Module
Introduction: Why a gender lens matters in climate security Climate security is not just about weather patterns and disaster response; it is about people, power, and protections. CGIAR’s new training module foregrounds gender as a core axis of climate resilience, helping practitioners design policies and programs that reduce risk for everyone. By examining how vulnerabilities…
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Southport killer’s brother recalls fear of violence at inquiry
Overview of the inquiry hearing The public inquiry into the 2024 Southport attack continued today, with new evidence focusing on the family context surrounding the suspect known as Rudakubana. The proceedings examined warning signs, behavioural changes, and the fear experienced by relatives as violent outbursts reportedly intensified in the months leading up to the killings.…
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Scientists Warn Against Trying to Dim the Sun to Cool the Planet
Rising Interest in Solar Geoengineering Faces Rising Scrutiny As global temperatures climb and climate impacts intensify, researchers are exploring a controversial idea: dimming the Sun to cool the planet. Solar geoengineering, also known as solar radiation management, involves releasing aerosols or other particles into the stratosphere to reflect some of the Sun’s energy back into…
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Asbestos Experts Warn Government Move Could Weaken Safety Oversight
Background: Why asbestos safety matters Asbestos remains a persistent public health challenge in many countries, linked to serious diseases including asbestosis, mesothelioma, and lung cancer. The integrity of safety systems that monitor, control, and regulate asbestos exposure is critical for workers, property owners, and the public. When policymakers consider changes to these controls, fear mounts…