Los Angeles fire death toll rises to five, could rise: sheriffNews
SourceJanuary 9, 2025
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Los Angeles fire death toll rises to five, could rise: sheriff
Los Angeles, United States | AFP - At least five people are now known to have died in wildfires raging around Los Angeles, with more…

Image of the day: Winter storm blankets the Midwest, USNews
Muser NewsDeskJanuary 8, 2025
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Image of the day: Winter storm blankets the Midwest, US
A powerful winter storm swept across the United States from January 4 to 6, 2025, leaving widespread impacts across the Midwest, Northeast, and even southern…

Image of the day: Iberian lynx recovery in Portugal’s Vale do GuadianaNews
Muser NewsDeskJanuary 7, 2025
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Image of the day: Iberian lynx recovery in Portugal’s Vale do Guadiana
In a remarkable conservation success story, the Iberian lynx population in Portugal has shown a dramatic recovery over the past decade. Focused efforts, including rewilding…

Pace of German emissions cuts slows in 2024: studyNews
SourceJanuary 7, 2025
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Pace of German emissions cuts slows in 2024: study
By Jastinder KHERA Berlin, Germany | AFP - German greenhouse gas emissions fell again last year but at a slower rate, due to lagging green…

Eastern US hunkers down in major winter stormNews
SourceJanuary 6, 2025
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Eastern US hunkers down in major winter storm
Washington, United States | AFP - A deadly storm system dumped heavy snow and freezing rain across the eastern United States on Monday, killing five…

Hottest year on record drives global water disastersNews
SourceJanuary 6, 2025
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Hottest year on record drives global water disasters
A year of unprecedented heat in 2024 disrupted global water systems, exacerbating floods, droughts, and storms worldwide. A report by The Australian National University (ANU),…

The view from space reveals Earth’s challenges and solutionsNews
Muser NewsDeskJanuary 6, 2025
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The view from space reveals Earth’s challenges and solutions
Satellites orbiting Earth provide an unparalleled vantage point to address global challenges, from monitoring climate change to aiding humanitarian efforts. Researchers at ETH Zurich are…

Image of the day: Sediment discharge in the Adriatic SeaNews
Muser NewsDeskJanuary 6, 2025
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Image of the day: Sediment discharge in the Adriatic Sea
On 11 December 2024, the newly launched Copernicus Sentinel-2C satellite captured a striking image of the Adriatic Sea, revealing the discharge of sediments into the…

Image of the day: A kaleidoscope in Argentina’s AndesNews
Muser NewsDeskJanuary 5, 2025
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Image of the day: A kaleidoscope in Argentina’s Andes
Image of the Day The Serranía de Hornocal, a vivid mountain range in northern Argentina, captivates the imagination with its multicolored slopes, earning it the…

Image of the day: Autumn hues of Dealurile HomoroadelorNews
Muser NewsDeskJanuary 4, 2025
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Image of the day: Autumn hues of Dealurile Homoroadelor
Dealurile Homoroadelor, a serene expanse of rolling hills in central Romania, shines as a beacon of biodiversity and environmental protection. This Natura 2000 site, spanning…

Spinning a tune: Chinese scientist names new spider species after pop songsNews
SourceJanuary 4, 2025
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Spinning a tune: Chinese scientist names new spider species after pop songs
Beijing, China | AFP - A Chinese scientist has named 16 new spider species after songs by popular "Mandopop" musician Jay Chou. Mi Xiaoqi, a…

Image of the day: Witznitz Solar Park powers Europe’s renewable futureNews
Muser NewsDeskJanuary 3, 2025
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Image of the day: Witznitz Solar Park powers Europe’s renewable future
The Witznitz Solar Park, located near Leipzig in eastern Germany, stands as a monumental achievement in Europe’s renewable energy sector. Spanning approximately 500 hectares on…

University of Maryland secures $7.8M to advance renewable energy for ocean monitoringNews
SourceJanuary 3, 2025
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University of Maryland secures $7.8M to advance renewable energy for ocean monitoring
New marine-based microbial fuel cells will overcome the need for batteries and ship-based or shore-based power cables. University of Maryland - UM Researcher Stephanie Lansing…

Vietnam’s capital blanketed by toxic smogNews
SourceJanuary 3, 2025
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Vietnam’s capital blanketed by toxic smog
Hanoi, Vietnam | AFP - Thick smog blanketed Hanoi on Friday, obscuring buildings and leaving nine million residents choking on toxic air as the Vietnamese…

Poyang Lake restoration advances with new phase to combat climate change and boost biodiversityNews
Muser NewsDeskJanuary 2, 2025
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Poyang Lake restoration advances with new phase to combat climate change and boost biodiversity
Conservation International and Sateri, a leading producer of manmade cellulose fibers, have launched the third phase of the Poyang Lake Ecosystem Restoration Initiative. This milestone…

Image of the day: The Seine’s shimmering thread from spaceNews
Muser NewsDeskDecember 31, 2024
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Image of the day: The Seine’s shimmering thread from space
The Seine River, flowing gracefully through the French landscape, has been a vital artery for tens of thousands of years. Originating in the Burgundy region,…

Image of the day: Greek wetlands of Limnes Vistonis and IsmarisNews
Muser NewsDeskDecember 30, 2024
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Image of the day: Greek wetlands of Limnes Vistonis and Ismaris
The wetlands of Limnes Vistonis and Ismaris in Greece form one of the country's most ecologically significant landscapes. Spanning over 18,000 hectares, this vast Natura…

Three dead as massive waves slam Peru, Ecuador and ChileNews
SourceDecember 30, 2024
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Three dead as massive waves slam Peru, Ecuador and Chile
Lima, Peru | AFP - Three deaths have been blamed on large waves up to 13 feet (four meters) pummeling Ecuador, Chile and Peru, where…

Image of the day: The captivating beauty of Lençóis Maranhenses National Park, BrazilNews
Muser NewsDeskDecember 29, 2024
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Image of the day: The captivating beauty of Lençóis Maranhenses National Park, Brazil
Located in northeastern Brazil, Lençóis Maranhenses National Park presents an extraordinary landscape of sweeping sand dunes and crystalline lagoons. Spanning more than 155,000 hectares, this…

Mayotte faces environment, biodiversity crisis after cycloneNews
SourceDecember 29, 2024
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Mayotte faces environment, biodiversity crisis after cyclone
Mayotte has changed beyond recognition since a cyclone devastated the Indian Ocean territory, sparking an environment and biodiversity crisis that could last for a decade…

Image of the day: Genoa, Italy’s coastal gemNews
Muser NewsDeskDecember 28, 2024
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Image of the day: Genoa, Italy’s coastal gem
The Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellite captures Genoa from above, revealing the intricate relationship between this historic Italian city and its surrounding natural environment. Located on the…

DOF BirdLife calls for permanent ban on fireworks in Denmark’s Natura 2000 areasNews
Muser NewsDeskDecember 27, 2024
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DOF BirdLife calls for permanent ban on fireworks in Denmark’s Natura 2000 areas
Denmark’s Natura 2000 sites, which encompass some of the country’s most valuable wetlands and coastal areas, are home to large concentrations of waterfowl. DOF BirdLife…

Image of the day: Barranquilla, Colombia’s gateway to the CaribbeanNews
Muser NewsDeskDecember 27, 2024
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Image of the day: Barranquilla, Colombia’s gateway to the Caribbean
Barranquilla, Colombia's fourth-largest city, is a vital nexus of commerce and culture, situated along the western bank of the Magdalena River where it flows into…

Image of the day: Australian bushfires, autumn 2024News
Muser NewsDeskDecember 22, 2024
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Image of the day: Australian bushfires, autumn 2024
In autumn 2024, Australia witnessed a concerning rise in bushfire activity, leading to a significant increase in carbon emissions. The fires, which have been ravaging…
