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Trump slams paper straws, vows ‘back to plastic’
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Trump slams paper straws, vows ‘back to plastic’

Washington, United States | AFP President Donald Trump on Friday raged against eco-friendly paper straws promoted by his predecessor Joe Biden, and pledged that the…
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WRI addresses recent Trump Administration actions
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WRI addresses recent Trump Administration actionsNews

WRI addresses recent Trump Administration actions

In recent days, the Trump Administration has taken significant actions to slow U.S. climate action. They have frozen most U.S. foreign assistance, including international climate…
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Greenland ice streams move through continuous ice microquakes
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Greenland ice streams move through continuous ice microquakes

In brief:In Greenland, an international team of researchers led by ETH Zurich has discovered that countless tiny ice quakes take place deep inside ice streams.These…
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‘Marine Prosperity Areas’: A new path for ocean conservation
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‘Marine Prosperity Areas’: A new path for ocean conservationScience

‘Marine Prosperity Areas’: A new path for ocean conservation

Summary Improved approach to marine conservation aligns ecological restoration with human well-being Summary: A new conservation model known as 'Marine Prosperity Areas' (MPpAs) could transform…
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COP30 president urges most ‘ambitious’ emissions targets possible
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COP30 president urges most ‘ambitious’ emissions targets possibleNews

COP30 president urges most ‘ambitious’ emissions targets possible

BrasĂ­lia, Brazil | AFP Countries must aim as high as possible when setting new goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, Andre Correa do Lago, the…
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Climate Science Digest: February 06, 2025
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Climate Science Digest: February 06, 2025Science

Climate Science Digest: February 06, 2025

Explore the latest insights from top science journals in the Muser Press daily roundup, featuring impactful research on climate change challenges. In brief: Scientists reimagine…
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Image of the day: Cyclades Islands hit by seismic swarm
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Image of the day: Cyclades Islands hit by seismic swarmNews

Image of the day: Cyclades Islands hit by seismic swarm

A surge of undersea earthquakes has been shaking Greece’s Cyclades Islands since January 27, 2025, with more than 1,000 tremors recorded so far. Several quakes…
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Asteroid impact could trigger global cooling and food chain disruption
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Asteroid impact could trigger global cooling and food chain disruptionScience

Asteroid impact could trigger global cooling and food chain disruption

Summary Scientists simulate asteroid collision effects on climate and plants Summary: A new study published in Science Advances explores the potential consequences of a medium-sized…
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Danish researchers gain new insights into sow mortality in pig farms
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Danish researchers gain new insights into sow mortality in pig farmsNews

Danish researchers gain new insights into sow mortality in pig farms

A new study examining the causes of sow mortality in Danish pig farms has provided fresh insights into the issue, revealing that organ torsions and…
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Gender equality as a cornerstone of climate resilience
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Gender equality as a cornerstone of climate resilience

The role of gender in the clean energy transitionGendered climate risks and adaptation challengesImagining different futures As the world confronts the escalating impacts of climate…
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Climate Science Digest: February 05, 2025
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Climate Science Digest: February 05, 2025Science

Climate Science Digest: February 05, 2025

Explore the latest insights from top science journals in the Muser Press daily roundup, featuring impactful research on climate change challenges. In brief: Impact of…
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Image of the day: Snow in Sierra Nevada, Spain
Satellite image: Sierra Nevada region, Spain
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Image of the day: Snow in Sierra Nevada, Spain

On 2 February 2025, Spanish authorities issued a yellow warning for precipitation ahead of snowfall that affected the Sierra Nevada region on 3 February. The…
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Scientists explore satellite monitoring of Antarctic krill to aid conservation
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Scientists explore satellite monitoring of Antarctic krill to aid conservationNews

Scientists explore satellite monitoring of Antarctic krill to aid conservation

Vital creaturesFeeding grounds Researchers are investigating whether Antarctic krill, a cornerstone of the Southern Ocean ecosystem, can be monitored from space to better protect their…
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Nanomaterials offer new hope for coastal oil spill cleanup
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Nanomaterials offer new hope for coastal oil spill cleanupScience

Nanomaterials offer new hope for coastal oil spill cleanup

Summary Promising technology is at hand as climate change puts new ecosystems at riskEncouraging results need field testing Summary: Cleaning up coastal oil spills is…
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Top climate scientist declares 2°C climate goal ‘dead’
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Top climate scientist declares 2°C climate goal ‘dead’Science

Top climate scientist declares 2°C climate goal ‘dead’

Washington, United States | AFP Holding long-term global warming to two degrees Celsius -- the fallback target of the Paris climate accord -- is now…
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Climate change is altering ocean nutrients, study finds
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Climate change is altering ocean nutrients, study finds

SummaryThe research is the first field-based confirmation of such climate impacts Summary: Human-driven climate change is reshaping essential nutrient cycles in the ocean, according to…
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Flooding stress in soybeans: Impact on yield and seed composition
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Flooding stress in soybeans: Impact on yield and seed compositionScience

Flooding stress in soybeans: Impact on yield and seed composition

Summary How flooding soybeans in early reproductive stages impacts yield, seed compositionTrend toward early plantingSeed composition discoveryLooks can be deceivingLearning more Summary: Soybean breeders are…
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Image of the day: Saharan dust over the Mediterranean
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Image of the day: Saharan dust over the MediterraneanNews

Image of the day: Saharan dust over the Mediterranean

On 2 February 2025, strong winds carried a vast cloud of Saharan dust across the Mediterranean, reaching southern Italy. The phenomenon, driven by a cyclone…
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Just 0.5 °C more warming could triple extreme heat zones on Earth
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Just 0.5 °C more warming could triple extreme heat zones on EarthClimate

Just 0.5 °C more warming could triple extreme heat zones on Earth

In brief: New assessment warns area the size of the USA will become too hot during extreme heat events for even healthy young humans to…
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The cost of saving Australia’s wildlife: $15.6 billion per year
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The cost of saving Australia’s wildlife: $15.6 billion per yearScience

The cost of saving Australia’s wildlife: $15.6 billion per year

Summary The cost of preventing extinction of Australia’s priority species Summary: Preventing extinction for 99 of Australia’s priority species would require an annual investment of…
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The overlooked role of new urban air particles in climate change
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The overlooked role of new urban air particles in climate changeScience

The overlooked role of new urban air particles in climate change

Summary We have underrated the climate effects of new particles in urban areasEnhanced particle formation aloft in urban areasThe climate effects of new particles Summary:…
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Australian ‘green’ hydrogen project under threat
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Australian ‘green’ hydrogen project under threatNews

Australian ‘green’ hydrogen project under threat

Sydney, Australia | AFP A major Australian "green" hydrogen project was in limbo Tuesday after a state government withdrew its backing, dealing a blow to…
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African mountain farmers adapt to climate change
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African mountain farmers adapt to climate change

Summary Study examines how African farmers are adapting to mountain climate changeClimate change impacts experienced by African farmers across 10 mountain regions Summary: Farmers in…
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Norway nears 100% goal of all-electric cars
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Norway nears 100% goal of all-electric carsNews

Norway nears 100% goal of all-electric cars

Chargers everywhereMission accomplished Oslo, Norway | AFP Almost 96 percent of new cars registered in Norway in January were electric, an unparalled number in the…
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