VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALSpain faces springtime water crisisIn parts of Spain, the water level in reservoirs is already dangerously low for this time of year. Farmers fearing for their crops and livestock hope politicians will act quickly. But they've been told the necessary funds aren't available.DW NewsVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALPlantable cutlery brings sustainable push to the tableIn a push to incorporate sustainable practices into everyday life, Dubai-based startup BloomSpoon has introduced recyclable cutlery made out of wheat straw that can be planted after use and blossom into herbs or vegetables.ReutersVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGCalls to tax big polluters to pay for HECS debtThere are calls for the Federal Government to raise taxes on fossil fuels to pay down the spiralling student HECS debt. Struggling students and graduates are preparing for a near five per cent increase on their loans as a result of index...ABCVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGBREAKINGGLOBALKenya flood death toll since March climbs to 70The number of people killed in floods in Kenya due to heavier than usual rainfall since the start of the monsoon in March has risen to 70, a government spokesperson said Friday. Kenya and other countries in East Africa, a region highly v...France 24VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALHow much seaweed does Japan need to meet its climate goal?On an April morning at a popular beach in Japan’s Yokohama, volunteers pluck a strand of eelgrass from a tray. Around 100 volunteers gathered to plant seedlings, contributing to Japan's broader environmental goals such as achieving carbo...ReutersVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALBangladesh swelters through record-breaking heatwaveSevere heat has hit Bangladesh, affecting millions of people. Schools are shut and at least five people have died of heatstroke. This is the hottest temperature recorded in decades.Al JazeeraVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALThousands displaced as torrential rains ravage southern ChinaChina has issued its highest storm warning in parts of flood-ravaged Guangdong province. Emergency plans have been activated in southern China, with more than 100,000 people moved to safety.Al JazeeraVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALSouth Korean court hears children's climate change caseSouth Korea's Constitutional Court has begun hearing a case that accuses the government of having failed to protect 200 people, including dozens of young environmental activists and children, by not tackling climate change.ReutersVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALGlobal leaders gather to draft treaty on plastic pollutionGlobal leaders are in Canada's capital for the fourth round of negotiations towards what would become the first global treaty on soaring plastic pollution. The hoped-for treaty, due to be agreed to by the end of the year, could be the mo...ReutersVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALEurope suffered record number of 'extreme heat stress' days in 2023Europe endured a record number of "extreme heat stress" days in 2023, two leading climate monitors said Monday, underscoring the threat of increasingly deadly summers across the continent.France 24VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALEarth Day 2024: The global battle against plasticsWith this Monday marking Earth Day 2024, the UN is calling for a 60 percent reduction in plastic use by 2040. According to the UN Environment Programme, humans produce around 400 million tonnes of plastic waste each year.France 24VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALHealth-harming heat stress rising in EuropeEurope is increasingly facing bouts of heat so intense that the human body cannot cope, as climate change continues to raise temperatures, the EU's Copernicus climate monitoring service and the World Meteorological Organization said.ReutersVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALParts of England hit by record-breaking rainBritish farmers are grappling with record breaking rain that has left fields underwater in some areas. There are now warnings food production will be reduced in an industry already struggling with higher fuel and fertiliser costs.Al JazeeraVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALDozens killed in Pakistan, Afghanistan floodingHeavy rains have killed over a hundred people in both Afghanistan and Pakistan and injured many more. There's been widespread damage to homes and infrastructure in both countries.Al JazeeraVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALClimate change-induced extreme heat grips West AfricaIn late March and early April, days and nights of extreme heat above 40° Celsius (104°F) gripped many West African countries. Temperatures soared so high in Mali and Burkina Faso they equated to a once in 200-year event, according to the...France 24VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALDeadly West African heat wave driven by climate changeAs a heat wave with temperatures nearing 50 C stretches from Senegal to Chad, hundreds have died, and climate scientists say temperatures this high would not have been possible without human-induced climate change from greenhouse gas emi...CBC NewsVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALWhat caused the storm in Dubai?A storm hit the United Arab Emirates this week bringing record rainfall that flooded highways, inundated houses, gridlocked traffic and trapped people in their homes. Rainfall is rare in the UAE and elsewhere on the Arabian Peninsula, th...ReutersVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALWest Africa's deadly heatwave is man-made: reportClimate scientists have warned that a recent heatwave in West Africa, the worst in the region's living memory, is a sign that extreme temperatures could become more frequent. In late March and early April, many West African countries wer...ReutersVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGBREAKINGGLOBALRecord rainfall causes deadly floods in U.A.E., OmanThe dry desert countries of Oman and the U.A.E. are dealing with the aftermath of deadly flash floods caused by more than one year's worth of rain falling in just 24 hours, which some are attributing to climate change.CBC NewsVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALDubai swamped by heaviest rainfall in 75 yearsThe United Arab Emirates is clearing debris after a torrential downpour killed at least one person and caused damage to homes and businesses. The desert city of Dubai witnessed record rainfall with more than a year and a half's worth of ...ReutersVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALGreat Barrier Reef hit by coral bleachingSome three-quarters of Australia's famed Great Barrier Reef is suffering from coral bleaching, authorities said in a report, days after climate scientists warned the condition was blighting such reefs worldwide.ReutersVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALBogota starts rationing water as reservoirs run lowA spate of hot, dry weather has left the Colombian capital dangerously short of water. Authorities have now sounded the alarm, dividing the city into districts that take turns shutting off water. People are urged to cut consumption to a ...DW NewsVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALEl Nino & climate change behind Southeast Asia heatwaveA heatwave is bringing scorching temperatures to many parts of Southeast Asia. The Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam and Indonesia are among countries baking in the month-long intense heat.Al JazeeraVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALPhilippines divers plant nurseries for damaged coralA group of scuba diving experts and enthusiasts are setting up coral nurseries in a popular dive spot south of Philippines' capital Manila to help in the propagation and recovery of damaged coral.ReutersVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALCoral reefs experiencing mass bleaching eventOceans around the world are experiencing a mass coral bleaching event, according to the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. That means coral in every major ocean basin is turning white, or even dying, because the water ...CBC NewsVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALJellyfish invasion disrupts Venezuela’s fishing, tourismFishermen in Venezuela are warning of an unusual invasion of jellyfish. Millions have appeared off the coast recently, severely affecting much-needed fishing and tourism industries.Al JazeeraVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALIndonesia: Dengue Fever cases triple amid warming climateWarmer temperatures are causing a spike in Dengue Fever cases across the world. In Indonesia, the el nino weather pattern and longer monsoon rains are causing deadlier outbreaks. At least 455 people have died since January.Al JazeeraVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGBREAKINGGLOBALCoral bleaching found in deeper water, scientist saysScientists have found that coral bleaching is occurring in deeper waters, including in The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, despite its extensive protection.ReutersVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALOlder women 'underestimated' in Swiss climate caseStefanie Brander, one of the more than 2,000 women over 64 who won a court case against Switzerland over climate inaction, was on the frontlines of a protracted legal battle in which she said authorities showed little regard for the olde...ReutersVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALOver 100 dead amid record heat wave in MaliMore than a hundred people have died during a record-breaking heatwave in Mali in West Africa. Temperatures in one town reached 48.5 degrees. Meteorologists say that's the hottest ever recorded on the continent.Al Jazeera
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALSpain faces springtime water crisisIn parts of Spain, the water level in reservoirs is already dangerously low for this time of year. Farmers fearing for their crops and livestock hope politicians will act quickly. But they've been told the necessary funds aren't available.DW News
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALPlantable cutlery brings sustainable push to the tableIn a push to incorporate sustainable practices into everyday life, Dubai-based startup BloomSpoon has introduced recyclable cutlery made out of wheat straw that can be planted after use and blossom into herbs or vegetables.Reuters
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGCalls to tax big polluters to pay for HECS debtThere are calls for the Federal Government to raise taxes on fossil fuels to pay down the spiralling student HECS debt. Struggling students and graduates are preparing for a near five per cent increase on their loans as a result of index...ABC
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGBREAKINGGLOBALKenya flood death toll since March climbs to 70The number of people killed in floods in Kenya due to heavier than usual rainfall since the start of the monsoon in March has risen to 70, a government spokesperson said Friday. Kenya and other countries in East Africa, a region highly v...France 24
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALHow much seaweed does Japan need to meet its climate goal?On an April morning at a popular beach in Japan’s Yokohama, volunteers pluck a strand of eelgrass from a tray. Around 100 volunteers gathered to plant seedlings, contributing to Japan's broader environmental goals such as achieving carbo...Reuters
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALBangladesh swelters through record-breaking heatwaveSevere heat has hit Bangladesh, affecting millions of people. Schools are shut and at least five people have died of heatstroke. This is the hottest temperature recorded in decades.Al Jazeera
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALThousands displaced as torrential rains ravage southern ChinaChina has issued its highest storm warning in parts of flood-ravaged Guangdong province. Emergency plans have been activated in southern China, with more than 100,000 people moved to safety.Al Jazeera
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALSouth Korean court hears children's climate change caseSouth Korea's Constitutional Court has begun hearing a case that accuses the government of having failed to protect 200 people, including dozens of young environmental activists and children, by not tackling climate change.Reuters
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALGlobal leaders gather to draft treaty on plastic pollutionGlobal leaders are in Canada's capital for the fourth round of negotiations towards what would become the first global treaty on soaring plastic pollution. The hoped-for treaty, due to be agreed to by the end of the year, could be the mo...Reuters
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALEurope suffered record number of 'extreme heat stress' days in 2023Europe endured a record number of "extreme heat stress" days in 2023, two leading climate monitors said Monday, underscoring the threat of increasingly deadly summers across the continent.France 24
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALEarth Day 2024: The global battle against plasticsWith this Monday marking Earth Day 2024, the UN is calling for a 60 percent reduction in plastic use by 2040. According to the UN Environment Programme, humans produce around 400 million tonnes of plastic waste each year.France 24
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALHealth-harming heat stress rising in EuropeEurope is increasingly facing bouts of heat so intense that the human body cannot cope, as climate change continues to raise temperatures, the EU's Copernicus climate monitoring service and the World Meteorological Organization said.Reuters
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALParts of England hit by record-breaking rainBritish farmers are grappling with record breaking rain that has left fields underwater in some areas. There are now warnings food production will be reduced in an industry already struggling with higher fuel and fertiliser costs.Al Jazeera
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALDozens killed in Pakistan, Afghanistan floodingHeavy rains have killed over a hundred people in both Afghanistan and Pakistan and injured many more. There's been widespread damage to homes and infrastructure in both countries.Al Jazeera
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALClimate change-induced extreme heat grips West AfricaIn late March and early April, days and nights of extreme heat above 40° Celsius (104°F) gripped many West African countries. Temperatures soared so high in Mali and Burkina Faso they equated to a once in 200-year event, according to the...France 24
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALDeadly West African heat wave driven by climate changeAs a heat wave with temperatures nearing 50 C stretches from Senegal to Chad, hundreds have died, and climate scientists say temperatures this high would not have been possible without human-induced climate change from greenhouse gas emi...CBC News
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALWhat caused the storm in Dubai?A storm hit the United Arab Emirates this week bringing record rainfall that flooded highways, inundated houses, gridlocked traffic and trapped people in their homes. Rainfall is rare in the UAE and elsewhere on the Arabian Peninsula, th...Reuters
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALWest Africa's deadly heatwave is man-made: reportClimate scientists have warned that a recent heatwave in West Africa, the worst in the region's living memory, is a sign that extreme temperatures could become more frequent. In late March and early April, many West African countries wer...Reuters
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGBREAKINGGLOBALRecord rainfall causes deadly floods in U.A.E., OmanThe dry desert countries of Oman and the U.A.E. are dealing with the aftermath of deadly flash floods caused by more than one year's worth of rain falling in just 24 hours, which some are attributing to climate change.CBC News
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALDubai swamped by heaviest rainfall in 75 yearsThe United Arab Emirates is clearing debris after a torrential downpour killed at least one person and caused damage to homes and businesses. The desert city of Dubai witnessed record rainfall with more than a year and a half's worth of ...Reuters
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALGreat Barrier Reef hit by coral bleachingSome three-quarters of Australia's famed Great Barrier Reef is suffering from coral bleaching, authorities said in a report, days after climate scientists warned the condition was blighting such reefs worldwide.Reuters
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALBogota starts rationing water as reservoirs run lowA spate of hot, dry weather has left the Colombian capital dangerously short of water. Authorities have now sounded the alarm, dividing the city into districts that take turns shutting off water. People are urged to cut consumption to a ...DW News
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALEl Nino & climate change behind Southeast Asia heatwaveA heatwave is bringing scorching temperatures to many parts of Southeast Asia. The Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam and Indonesia are among countries baking in the month-long intense heat.Al Jazeera
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALPhilippines divers plant nurseries for damaged coralA group of scuba diving experts and enthusiasts are setting up coral nurseries in a popular dive spot south of Philippines' capital Manila to help in the propagation and recovery of damaged coral.Reuters
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALCoral reefs experiencing mass bleaching eventOceans around the world are experiencing a mass coral bleaching event, according to the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. That means coral in every major ocean basin is turning white, or even dying, because the water ...CBC News
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALJellyfish invasion disrupts Venezuela’s fishing, tourismFishermen in Venezuela are warning of an unusual invasion of jellyfish. Millions have appeared off the coast recently, severely affecting much-needed fishing and tourism industries.Al Jazeera
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALIndonesia: Dengue Fever cases triple amid warming climateWarmer temperatures are causing a spike in Dengue Fever cases across the world. In Indonesia, the el nino weather pattern and longer monsoon rains are causing deadlier outbreaks. At least 455 people have died since January.Al Jazeera
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGBREAKINGGLOBALCoral bleaching found in deeper water, scientist saysScientists have found that coral bleaching is occurring in deeper waters, including in The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, despite its extensive protection.Reuters
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALOlder women 'underestimated' in Swiss climate caseStefanie Brander, one of the more than 2,000 women over 64 who won a court case against Switzerland over climate inaction, was on the frontlines of a protracted legal battle in which she said authorities showed little regard for the olde...Reuters
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGGLOBALOver 100 dead amid record heat wave in MaliMore than a hundred people have died during a record-breaking heatwave in Mali in West Africa. Temperatures in one town reached 48.5 degrees. Meteorologists say that's the hottest ever recorded on the continent.Al Jazeera
