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Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Nov. 30

A wildfire was reported in Los Angeles County today; its containment status and cause are currently unknown.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Aug. 16

A new wildfire in Los Angeles County has sparked concerns, with the cause still undetermined.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Oct. 3

A new wildfire in Los Angeles County is currently uncontrolled with an unknown cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Nov. 17

A new wildfire LAC-406018 was reported in Los Angeles County with no current containment details or cause known.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Oct. 30

A new wildfire in Los Angeles County, named LAC-384128, was reported with unknown cause and containment status.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Nov. 30

A wildfire was reported in Los Angeles County today; its containment status and cause are currently unknown.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Aug. 16

A new wildfire in Los Angeles County has sparked concerns, with the cause still undetermined.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Oct. 3

A new wildfire in Los Angeles County is currently uncontrolled with an unknown cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Nov. 17

A new wildfire LAC-406018 was reported in Los Angeles County with no current containment details or cause known.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Oct. 30

A new wildfire in Los Angeles County, named LAC-384128, was reported with unknown cause and containment status.
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Scientists Converting Cars to Run on Invasive Seaweed

Sargassum seaweed, an environmental nuisance in the Caribbean, is being harnessed to create biogas fuel for cars, offering economic and ecological benefits.
#plastic-pollution

Plastic waste is everywhere. Countries have one more chance to agree on a solution

Negotiators are finalizing a treaty in Busan to combat plastic pollution, facing a deadline that may influence future environmental policies.

Revealed: The 10 countries that produce the most plastic pollution

India, Nigeria, and Indonesia rank as the top polluters of plastic waste globally, posing severe health risks due to poor waste management.

California Sues ExxonMobil for Deceiving Public About Recycling Plastics

ExxonMobil's 1989 advertising campaign misled the public about recycling, contributing to the ongoing global plastic pollution crisis.

Leaders make final push for plastic pollution treaty at talks in S Korea

Island nations emphasize that recycling alone cannot solve the plastic crisis; the entire lifecycle of plastic needs to be addressed.

Oli Chang Pleads Us to Take Better Care of Our "Big & Blue" - KALTBLUT Magazine

Oli Chang's "Big & Blue" reflects on love strained by environmental crises, particularly plastic pollution, evoking personal fears of the future.

Plastic waste is everywhere. Countries have one more chance to agree on a solution

Negotiators are finalizing a treaty in Busan to combat plastic pollution, facing a deadline that may influence future environmental policies.

Revealed: The 10 countries that produce the most plastic pollution

India, Nigeria, and Indonesia rank as the top polluters of plastic waste globally, posing severe health risks due to poor waste management.

California Sues ExxonMobil for Deceiving Public About Recycling Plastics

ExxonMobil's 1989 advertising campaign misled the public about recycling, contributing to the ongoing global plastic pollution crisis.

Leaders make final push for plastic pollution treaty at talks in S Korea

Island nations emphasize that recycling alone cannot solve the plastic crisis; the entire lifecycle of plastic needs to be addressed.

Oli Chang Pleads Us to Take Better Care of Our "Big & Blue" - KALTBLUT Magazine

Oli Chang's "Big & Blue" reflects on love strained by environmental crises, particularly plastic pollution, evoking personal fears of the future.
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#drought

At COP29 Politicians Are Talking About Climate Change. Here's What's Happening.

Climate change discussions are hampered by financial concerns even as millions face dire consequences from environmental degradation.

Brazilian president flies into Amazon amid alarm over droughts and wildfires

Brazil is facing its worst drought in decades, significantly affecting the Amazon and surrounding regions due to climate change and environmental neglect.

Brazil battles its worst drought and uncontrolled wildfires

Brazil faces its worst drought in over 70 years, affecting 59% of the country and causing severe air quality issues and wildfires.

Water levels in major Amazon tributary tumble to record lows amid drought

The Rio Negro, one of the largest rivers globally, is experiencing its lowest water levels on record due to severe drought exacerbated by climate change.

We used to sail and fish and play': how did an Argentinian lake the size of New York City disappear?

The urgent need for improved water management to prevent the irreversible loss of two vital lakes in south-central Argentina.

Opinion | In a Brutal Summer, Miracles Still Bloom

Drought and extreme heat create emotional and physical longing for cooler conditions, reflecting a deeper madness in nature.

At COP29 Politicians Are Talking About Climate Change. Here's What's Happening.

Climate change discussions are hampered by financial concerns even as millions face dire consequences from environmental degradation.

Brazilian president flies into Amazon amid alarm over droughts and wildfires

Brazil is facing its worst drought in decades, significantly affecting the Amazon and surrounding regions due to climate change and environmental neglect.

Brazil battles its worst drought and uncontrolled wildfires

Brazil faces its worst drought in over 70 years, affecting 59% of the country and causing severe air quality issues and wildfires.

Water levels in major Amazon tributary tumble to record lows amid drought

The Rio Negro, one of the largest rivers globally, is experiencing its lowest water levels on record due to severe drought exacerbated by climate change.

We used to sail and fish and play': how did an Argentinian lake the size of New York City disappear?

The urgent need for improved water management to prevent the irreversible loss of two vital lakes in south-central Argentina.

Opinion | In a Brutal Summer, Miracles Still Bloom

Drought and extreme heat create emotional and physical longing for cooler conditions, reflecting a deeper madness in nature.
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#air-pollution

Delhi air pollution: Why has India failed to clean up its toxic smog?

Delhi faces a severe air pollution crisis, prompting state authorities to consider artificial rain, while scientific skepticism about its effectiveness persists.

Video | India's government orders New Delhi staff to work from home as smog remains

The New Delhi government has ordered half of its employees to work from home due to hazardous air pollution.

Long and painful journey' to apology for Lewisham girl's pollution-linked death

Air pollution is now recognized as a public health crisis in the UK due to the tragic case of Ella Adoo-Kissi-Debrah.

Pakistan shuts schools in Lahore over record pollution DW 11/03/2024

Lahore primary schools to close for a week due to severe air pollution.

Delhi air pollution: Why has India failed to clean up its toxic smog?

Delhi faces a severe air pollution crisis, prompting state authorities to consider artificial rain, while scientific skepticism about its effectiveness persists.

Video | India's government orders New Delhi staff to work from home as smog remains

The New Delhi government has ordered half of its employees to work from home due to hazardous air pollution.

Long and painful journey' to apology for Lewisham girl's pollution-linked death

Air pollution is now recognized as a public health crisis in the UK due to the tragic case of Ella Adoo-Kissi-Debrah.

Pakistan shuts schools in Lahore over record pollution DW 11/03/2024

Lahore primary schools to close for a week due to severe air pollution.
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#air-quality

New Delhi shrouded in toxic smog as pollution reading breaks record

Delhi faces severe air quality crisis with toxic smog caused by pollution and farm fires, impacting health and visibility.

Delhi Trudges Through Another Air Pollution Nightmare

Delhi's air quality crisis worsens yearly, with readings reaching disastrous levels, prompting emergency measures and highlighting the failure of political intervention.

New Delhi shrouded in toxic smog as pollution reading breaks record

Delhi faces severe air quality crisis with toxic smog caused by pollution and farm fires, impacting health and visibility.

Delhi Trudges Through Another Air Pollution Nightmare

Delhi's air quality crisis worsens yearly, with readings reaching disastrous levels, prompting emergency measures and highlighting the failure of political intervention.
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NYC Issues Drought Warning and Pauses Aqueduct Repairs

New York City issued a drought warning, halting aqueduct repairs and implementing conservation measures amid severe dry conditions and brush fires.
#climate-change

Who will help us survive our fragile climate moment? | Guest column

Truth is essential for democracy and addressing climate change denial.
Michael Mann's book highlights the urgency of climate change and the need for truth and action.

Scientists Just Took the Earth's "Vital Signs." They Hated What They Saw.

Humanity is on the brink of an irreversible climate disaster, with 25 of 35 planetary vital signs at their worst levels recorded.

Collapsing wildlife populations near points of no return', report warns

Global wildlife populations have fallen by an average of 73% in 50 years, driven by human impact and imminent ecological tipping points.

Pacific island nations are in 'grave danger,' due to rising sea levels, UN chief says

The U.N. warns that accelerating sea level rise poses a severe threat to vulnerable Pacific island nations.

Over 100 tons of dead fish collect at Greek port after climate-related mass die-off

The mass die-off of fish in Volos, Greece, highlights severe environmental impacts due to climate change, significantly affecting local commerce.

Brazil's Paradise' on fire: The forest is burning. Animals are burning. Everything's burning'

Life in Amazonian villages has drastically changed due to climate change, affecting water levels and wildlife significantly. Community leaders highlight the urgent need for understanding and action.

Who will help us survive our fragile climate moment? | Guest column

Truth is essential for democracy and addressing climate change denial.
Michael Mann's book highlights the urgency of climate change and the need for truth and action.

Scientists Just Took the Earth's "Vital Signs." They Hated What They Saw.

Humanity is on the brink of an irreversible climate disaster, with 25 of 35 planetary vital signs at their worst levels recorded.

Collapsing wildlife populations near points of no return', report warns

Global wildlife populations have fallen by an average of 73% in 50 years, driven by human impact and imminent ecological tipping points.

Pacific island nations are in 'grave danger,' due to rising sea levels, UN chief says

The U.N. warns that accelerating sea level rise poses a severe threat to vulnerable Pacific island nations.

Over 100 tons of dead fish collect at Greek port after climate-related mass die-off

The mass die-off of fish in Volos, Greece, highlights severe environmental impacts due to climate change, significantly affecting local commerce.

Brazil's Paradise' on fire: The forest is burning. Animals are burning. Everything's burning'

Life in Amazonian villages has drastically changed due to climate change, affecting water levels and wildlife significantly. Community leaders highlight the urgent need for understanding and action.
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#public-health

Toxic chemicals from Ohio train derailment lingered in buildings for months

The East Palestine train derailment highlighted serious flaws in response protocols that increased potential exposure to hazardous chemicals in the community.

Is a Green' Revolution Poisoning India's Capital?

Delhi's plan to incinerate trash turns into a public health crisis, exposing residents to hazardous pollutants and toxic ash.

Coastline near San Diego closed for more than 1,000 days due to sewage crisis

Over 1,000 days of beach closures in Southern California due to sewage pollution from Mexico highlights a severe public health and environmental crisis.

Some in this California beach town insist the Tijuana River is poisoning them. Officials disagree

The Tijuana River's pollution continues to threaten public health and the environment of Imperial Beach, prompting urgent calls for infrastructure improvements.

Authorities race to remove tons of rotting fish from Greek port

Greek authorities are urgently addressing a massive fish die-off in Volos, resulting from increased salinity after last year's floods.

Maine officials trying to hide scale of ex-navy base PFAS spill, advocates suspect

A major PFAS spill at a former US naval base in Maine has raised health concerns and distrust in government responses.

Toxic chemicals from Ohio train derailment lingered in buildings for months

The East Palestine train derailment highlighted serious flaws in response protocols that increased potential exposure to hazardous chemicals in the community.

Is a Green' Revolution Poisoning India's Capital?

Delhi's plan to incinerate trash turns into a public health crisis, exposing residents to hazardous pollutants and toxic ash.

Coastline near San Diego closed for more than 1,000 days due to sewage crisis

Over 1,000 days of beach closures in Southern California due to sewage pollution from Mexico highlights a severe public health and environmental crisis.

Some in this California beach town insist the Tijuana River is poisoning them. Officials disagree

The Tijuana River's pollution continues to threaten public health and the environment of Imperial Beach, prompting urgent calls for infrastructure improvements.

Authorities race to remove tons of rotting fish from Greek port

Greek authorities are urgently addressing a massive fish die-off in Volos, resulting from increased salinity after last year's floods.

Maine officials trying to hide scale of ex-navy base PFAS spill, advocates suspect

A major PFAS spill at a former US naval base in Maine has raised health concerns and distrust in government responses.
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A gold rush poisons Africa's El Dorado

Ghana's gold mining sector faces severe ecological and economic challenges due to illegal mining practices, driven by both local and foreign interests.

An Ecological Disaster in the Past and One in the Making

The Aral Sea's disappearance resulted from irrigation demands, highlighting significant environmental mismanagement.
Current irrigation projects by the Taliban may disrupt the region's ecological and economic balance.

You can't even wash your hands': is a global industrial hub responsible for the destruction of Mexico's Atoyac River?

The Atoyac River, once a source of pride for the community, is now severely polluted, prompting urgent calls for cleanup by the government.
#deforestation

COP16: What to know about the global destruction of nature

Nature is facing unprecedented destruction, with over a quarter of species at risk of extinction, impacting global ecosystems and economies.

The New Threat to Brazil's Forests: Chemicals

Brazil is facing a significant environmental crisis with an alarming new technique of chemical deforestation threatening protected forests.

COP16: What to know about the global destruction of nature

Nature is facing unprecedented destruction, with over a quarter of species at risk of extinction, impacting global ecosystems and economies.

The New Threat to Brazil's Forests: Chemicals

Brazil is facing a significant environmental crisis with an alarming new technique of chemical deforestation threatening protected forests.
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#fishing-industry

Like doomsday': why have salmon deserted Norway's rivers and will they ever return?

The closure of Norway's Gaula River due to salmon population collapse exemplifies the broader crisis threatening the North Atlantic salmon and local communities.

Foul smells and survival along the Caspian Sea in pictures

Khashayar Javanmardi highlights the human-environment connection and the worsening crisis in the Caspian Sea through poignant photography and personal experiences.

Like doomsday': why have salmon deserted Norway's rivers and will they ever return?

The closure of Norway's Gaula River due to salmon population collapse exemplifies the broader crisis threatening the North Atlantic salmon and local communities.

Foul smells and survival along the Caspian Sea in pictures

Khashayar Javanmardi highlights the human-environment connection and the worsening crisis in the Caspian Sea through poignant photography and personal experiences.
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About 80% of countries fail to submit plans to preserve nature ahead of global summit

Over 80% of countries have not submitted biodiversity plans to the UN, risking ecosystems.
This year marks a critical moment as nations must demonstrate their commitment to biodiversity goals.

The week around the world in 20 pictures

Community resilience is evident in Boone as residents help each other during severe weather events.
Organized crime in Michoacan remains a significant threat, reacting violently to government operations.
Wildfires lead to health alerts in urban areas like Quito, showcasing the environmental crisis.
The humanitarian impact of military offensives in Israel-Palestine continues to rise with civilian casualties.

California cracks down on another Central Valley farm area for groundwater depletion

California is implementing stringent measures against overpumping groundwater in the San Joaquin Valley to mitigate environmental damage and ensure water availability.
#wildfires

Map: Airport, Bridge and Line fires burning in Southern California

Three large fires in Southern California have burned over 100,000 acres, leading to multiple evacuations and home threats across four counties.

Wildfires ravaging northern Portugal in pictures

Wildfires in northern Portugal have destroyed homes and caused evacuations.
Portugal has sought EU assistance for firefighting resources amid ongoing wildfires.

Map: Airport, Bridge and Line fires burning in Southern California

Three large fires in Southern California have burned over 100,000 acres, leading to multiple evacuations and home threats across four counties.

Wildfires ravaging northern Portugal in pictures

Wildfires in northern Portugal have destroyed homes and caused evacuations.
Portugal has sought EU assistance for firefighting resources amid ongoing wildfires.
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We Deserve a Quieter World

Noise pollution is a serious and often overlooked environmental issue that is deteriorating both human health and ecosystems.

The UK Has Declared A Butterfly Emergency: What Could This Mean?

The Big Butterfly Count reveals the lowest number of butterflies in 14 years, signaling an environmental emergency.

Thomas Vinterberg on His First TV Series and His Friendship with Lars von Trier: 'We Have Some Fights Occasionally'

Thomas Vinterberg's 'Families Like Ours' explores environmental collapse in Denmark with a focus on human relationships and resilience amidst crisis.

Why we'll never shoot Earth's garbage into the Sun

Human activity is causing rapid environmental changes and mass extinctions that threaten survival.
Innovative solutions are needed to address waste management and ecological crises.
The growing human population exacerbates challenges in resource management and sustainability.

Water firms in England and Wales lost more than 1tn litres from leaks last year

Water companies in England and Wales wasted over one trillion litres due to leaks last year, indicating a severe water management issue.

Women behind the lens: a journey into the dream world of the Sapara people of Ecuador

For the Sapara community, dreams are essential to their wellbeing, connecting them to their land and guiding their lives.

More than $4m awarded to US curators to support exhibitions and climate initiatives

The Teiger Foundation grants over $3.9 million to 50 curators, focusing on artists of color and environmental issues.
#flooding

Flood damage in Long Island's Suffolk County prompts state of emergency

Suffolk County declared a State of Emergency after a storm caused severe flooding and damage in Long Island.

Video. Severe floods in Bangladesh cause multiple fatalities

Water levels in eastern Bangladesh are rising, worsening flood impacts and complicating rescue efforts.

Flood damage in Long Island's Suffolk County prompts state of emergency

Suffolk County declared a State of Emergency after a storm caused severe flooding and damage in Long Island.

Video. Severe floods in Bangladesh cause multiple fatalities

Water levels in eastern Bangladesh are rising, worsening flood impacts and complicating rescue efforts.
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Eight climate activists arrested in Heathrow area remanded to prison

First people jailed in airport protests across 10 countries due to conspiracy to interfere with national infrastructure.

Inside Trump's Plan to Bulldoze American Climate Policy

Key Takeaway: Trump promised regulatory rollbacks for $1 billion campaign contributions, leading to high-ranking Democrats launching investigations. Scientist warns Project 2025 agenda could be disastrous for climate progress.

Bogus 'bee-mageddon' is another fake environmental catastrophe scam creating buzz

Media exaggerates bee decline; bee numbers are actually increasing.

Hundreds of emaciated' and stranded pelicans turn up along California coast

Hundreds of starving and stranded brown pelicans are turning up along the California coast in a crisis situation.

Three surreal nights in the strangest town in California

A tiny, half-abandoned town in California's desert, Bombay Beach thrives as a hub of art and expression.
The Bombay Beach Biennale celebrates art, music, and philosophy, shining a light on the environmental crisis at the Salton Sea.

Scientist Terrified by How the Climate Is Falling Apart

The urgency of the impending climate crisis is dire, and public awareness is crucial for meaningful action.
Scientists are facing challenges in motivating the public to take action against climate change.

Philosopher Frederic Lenoir: Porn creates fear of sexual relations'

Desire is crucial for human existence and vitality.
Regulating desires is essential for individual and environmental well-being.

Forget Labour and the Tories: the carbon parties' will not save us. That's why Just Stop Oil wants your votes

Growing attention to new oil and gas licenses due to civil resistance
Government's repressive legislation in response to the movement

France in focus - Guadeloupe in murky waters: French islands hit by wastewater treatment scandal

Over 70% of wastewater treatment plants in Guadeloupe are out of order or nearly so, despite substantial funding.
The lack of functioning treatment plants presents a health and environmental crisis for the island.
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