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Climate scientist explains what made the Texas floods so extreme

As rescuers in Texas search for survivors of the deadly flooding, CBS News is learning the worst-hit areas saw 12 inches of rain per hour in the early morning of July 4. For more on why this storm was so intense, Daniel Swain, climate sc...

CBS News

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In Zimbabwe, metal scrap collecting is reducing environmental pollution

Collecting scrap metal is a way for some of Zimbabwe's poorest people to make a living. But the job is also an environmental bonus, removing waste that would otherwise pollute the landscape.

Africanews

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Parts of Europe cool off after days of extreme heat

Germany faced forest fire warnings, Spain saw rising interest in Nordic vacations, and Poland experienced historic river drying as massive heatwaves persisted over the past period.

Euronews

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Wildfires destroy 10,000 hectares of forest in Syria's Latakia

Emergency officials say the consequences of wildfires in northwestern Syria, will be catastrophic. Already, 10,000 hectares of forest have burned in the coastal province of Latakia. Firefighters are struggling to contain the blazes.

Al Jazeera

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Meat consumption levels are unsustainable — how you can help

CNN’s Jake Tapper speaks with author Michael Grunwald about the impact of meat production on the planet and how small changes can make a significant difference.

CNN

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California firefighters battle biggest blaze of year

More than 300 firefighters battled on Thursday a massive blaze in California, which is dreading summer wildfires at a time when President Donald Trump is gutting federal agencies tasked with fighting climate disaster.

France 24

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How climate change impacts ability to choose where you live

As Americans celebrate the Fourth of July, climate change is another factor shaping the United States' independence. CBS Climatologist Marina Jurica discusses how it challenges your choice of where to live and its impact on farmers.

CBS America

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EU sees 42% increase in heat-related deaths at work since 2000

The European Trade Union Confederation is calling for common rules to protect workers' health during heatwaves.

Euronews

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Australia offers permanent residency to Tuvalu islanders

A small Pacific Island nation is facing an uncertain future, with at least one-third of its residents seeking visas to move to Australia.

Al Jazeera

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From flood to famine: Rainfall chaos fuels Africa’s drought crisis

Extreme weather events, including heatwaves, droughts, and floods, have increased in frequency by a factor of two or three since 1990 and are expected to intensify further.

Africanews

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Court declares climate crisis a human rights issue, urges action

A landmark ruling by a human rights court in Latin America has declared that climate change can constitute a violation of human rights. The court emphasized that governments have a legal obligation to protect those affected and to create...

Al Jazeera

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Deadly heatwave across Europe sparks wildfires, shuts nuclear plant

An ongoing heatwave has broken records and sparked alarm across Europe, as temperatures reach above 40 degrees Celsius in parts of the continent.

Euronews

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What we know about the link between climate change and heatwaves

As extreme heat lingers across swathes of Europe, Euroverify looks at the evidence linking human-driven climate change with hotter and more persistent heatwaves.

Euronews

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EU Commissioner Hoekstra defends hitting climate goals

The European Commissioner for Climate defends the strategy of paying other countries to cut Europe carbon emissions. In an interview with Euronews, Wopke Hoekstra, explains it as an opportunity to "build bridges" with Africa and Latin Am...

Euronews

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EU Commissioner for Climate Hoekstra defends carbon credits

Euronews

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Earth has seen worst droughts ever recorded in last two years

Over the past two years, Earth has endured some of the most widespread and destructive droughts ever recorded, according to a new analysis by the U.S. National Drought Mitigation Center and the U.N. Convention to Combat Desertification.

CBS News

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More red alert heat warnings issued across Europe

Experts link the rising frequency and intensity of these heatwaves to climate change. Scientists warn that such extreme weather events are becoming increasingly common across Europe’s southern region.

Euronews

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EU open to carbon offsets on path to 2040 emissions target

The European Commission has controversially proposed allowing international carbon offsets to help meet the EU’s 2040 climate targets, raising concerns about outsourcing the emission reduction actions.

Euronews

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World will have to learn to live with heatwaves, UN says

A heatwave is currently gripping Europe, with temperatures reaching over 40°C in several countries.

Africanews

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New book explores how agricultural practices affect climate change

The United Nations says fossil fuels like coal, oil and gas are by far the largest contributors to global climate change, but a new book is taking a look at another culprit: food. Michael Grunwald, author of "We Are Eating the Earth" joi...

CBS America

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People in Romania's southwest struggle to access water amid drought

Romania's southwestern Dolj county struggles with severe drought. Villagers in Teascu din Deal trek long distances for water, facing harsh conditions daily.

Euronews

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In Goma, solar power brings light and hope in Ndosho neighbourhood

Congolese-American company Nuru has set up a 1.3-megawatt solar mini-grid in Goma.

Africanews

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France sets framework for EU's 2040 climate targets

On 2 July, the European Commission is due to present its proposal for a 90% reduction in CO2 emissions by 2040. France is already opening the debate and determining its priorities for future climate policy.

Euronews

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Europe swelters as heatwave breaks records and becomes 'new normal'

Europe is grappling with another record-breaking heatwave as temperatures soar across the continent. The World Health Organization warns that such events are becoming more frequent and dangerous due to climate change.

Al Jazeera

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Higher temperatures are supercharging your allergies

If your seasonal allergies feel worse than ever, you can thank temperature changes for ramping up pollen, creating longer allergy seasons, higher airborne allergen levels and more intense itchy eyes, sneezing and runny noses.

The Weather Channel

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Climate change threatens France's historic castles

France's world-famous castles are increasingly under threat from flooding and extreme heat driven by climate change, with workers often racing against the clock to carry out urgent repairs on and around these historic fortresses.

France 24

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Philippines' Batasan Island faces rising seas, residents adapt

An island in central Philippines is slowly sinking because of rising sea levels. Families living in Batasan Island have been dealing with this problem for years, but authorities now say the situation is getting dangerously worse.

Al Jazeera

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Europe swelters in summer's first heatwave as continent warms

Temperatures are set to rise to 37 degrees Celsius (99 Fahrenheit) in Rome, driving the Eternal City's many tourists and Catholic pilgrims to the Vatican alike towards the Italian capital's 2,500 public fountains for refreshment.

France 24

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Climate protest hits London with giant puppet animals

London streets host life-size puppet animals — a striking climate protest highlights habitat loss and global warming.

Al Jazeera

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New Orleans' flood barriers are sinking, study finds

It's been nearly 20 years since Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans, killing more than 1,000 people and displacing about one million more. Now there's a troubling report on the vulnerability of the city's flood defense system.

CBS America