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South Korea's capital records heaviest single-day snowfall in December for 40 years

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Kareena, Saif exude royalty as they dress for New Year

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Kareena Kapoor Khan and Saif Ali Khan ring in the New year 2024 in Switzerland along with their children Taimur and Jeh. The actress drops gorgeous photos! * This article was originally published here

Year-ender 2023: Key moments and significant advances in Climate Change Conference - COP28

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Representatives from almost 200 nations gathered in Dubai for the COP28 climate summit, where they reached an agreement to phase out fossil fuels and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Over $85 billion was pledged in support of climate action. The World Bank implemented reforms, freeing up $4 billion annually. 2023 was declared the hottest year on record, prompting calls for a complete phase-out of fossil fuels. Insufficient commitments from oil companies were criticized. 134 countries signed a declaration to address the climate impacts of the food industry. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/qZbwd7u via IFTTT

Climate activists from Extinction Rebellion target bank and block part of highway around Amsterdam

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Climate activists from Extinction Rebellion blocked a highway near the former headquarters of ING bank in Amsterdam to protest its financing of fossil fuels. Dozens of protesters were detained by police after ignoring orders to end their blockade. The activists were demonstrating for the safety of their low-lying country, which is threatened by rising sea levels. Despite ING's recent announcement to phase out loans for fossil fuel exploration, the protesters demanded immediate cessation of all fossil fuel financing. This road blockade is part of a series of actions organized by the Dutch branch of Extinction Rebellion. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/BOF2aGu via IFTTT

'Dunki' box office collection day 10

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The Shah Rukh Khan starrer sees a slight growth in the business on Saturday, as compared to the Friday numbers. But the Sunday, December 31 figures will further play a role in deciding how the film's lifetime numbers will be... * This article was originally published here

Most money for endangered species goes to a small number of creatures, leaving others in limbo

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Since the passage of the Endangered Species Act, over 1,700 species in the US have been listed as threatened or endangered. However, there are disparities in funding allocation, with half of the $1.2 billion spent annually going towards the recovery of salmon and steelhead trout. Many species, including the Virginia fringed mountain snail, stoneflies, and California tiger salamander, receive little or no funding. The plant kingdom, which was almost excluded from the conservation law, also receives inadequate funding. Scientists suggest redirecting funds from species with excessive funding to those with none or less. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/t1YbTPq via IFTTT

A look at most viral moments of 2023

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​2023 is about to end in just two days. It was a year full of viral sensations, breaking news, and remarkable occurrences that left an everlasting impression on the industry. Some viral moments made people grin, while others were moments that baffled internet users. ​ * This article was originally published here

Delegates from all Ramsar sites to gather at Sirpur to celebrate World Wetlands Day

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Carbon dioxide levels in planet's atmosphere could be used to measure its habitability

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New research suggests that the presence of liquid water on a planet can be indicated by lower carbon dioxide levels compared to neighboring planets. This drop in carbon dioxide levels may be due to the absorption of the gas by an ocean or isolation by biomass on a planetary scale. Scientists have devised a new 'habitability signature' that can detect habitability and potential for hosting liquid water. This signature can also serve as a biosignature, as living organisms capture carbon dioxide and emit oxygen. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/zYAHtV5 via IFTTT

Siddhant feels relationships should be private

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Siddhant Chaturvedi, amid rumors about his relationship with Navya Naveli Nanda, emphasized privacy in relationships, citing his mother's advice. He discussed maintaining a low profile in public, expressing joy in occasional appearances. Criticizing fake surprise at paparazzi presence, he appreciates genuine interactions. The actor shared his excitement about attending a party at SRK’s house. Siddhant values keeping close relationships private, aligning with his mother's belief to avoid attracting envy. * This article was originally published here

Rivers remain high in parts of northern and central Europe after heavy rain

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In Colombia, illegally felled timber repurposed to help bees

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In northeast Colombia, confiscated timber is being transformed into bee hives to address the serious problem of bee extinction. The project has already created 1,000 bee hives and plans to build another 10,000. Beekeeper Maria Acevedo, a beneficiary of the project, has lost more than half of her hives due to pesticides. Laboratory tests found traces of the insecticide fipronil in dead bees. Climate change, including higher temperatures and reduced nectar-bearing flowers, also threatens bee populations. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/vPfUiut via IFTTT

Lee Sun-kyun’s memorable performances

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Coffee Prince, Parasite, My Mister: Celebrating Lee Sun-kyun’s memorable performances * This article was originally published here

'Rights of nature' are being recognised overseas; In Australia, local leadership gives cause for optimism

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The need to protect Australia's environment is growing more urgent, as highlighted in the State of Environment Report 2021. The concept of rights of nature, which recognizes the inherent rights of Earth's natural elements, has gained international attention. Legal personhood, granting entitlements and duties to entities like rivers or wetlands, is a strategy to protect ecosystems. The Blue Mountains City Council and the Shire of Augusta Margaret River have demonstrated local leadership in embedding rights of nature principles. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/dsBK4TM via IFTTT

Purab Kohli on having a child out of wedlock

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Purab Kohli, who has spent nearly two decades in the Hindi film industry, opened up about how the constant scrutiny surrounding his personal life affected him. He addressed the opinions of those who still view having a child out of wedlock as a taboo. Speaking about being questioned about his daughter Inaya, the actor emphasized that she understands the situation well and knows she was born before he got married. He also learned to not worry about his personal life being exposed to the public and just answers the questions and moves on. * This article was originally published here

Water production curtailed in part of Delhi due to pollutants in Yamuna

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Water production in Delhi's treatment plants at Wazirabad and Chandrawal has been reduced by 25-30% due to high levels of pollutants in the Yamuna river. As a result, water supply will be available at low pressure in several areas of Delhi. The affected areas include Civil lines, Hindu Rao Hospital, Kamla Nagar, Shakti Nagar, Karol Bagh, Pahar Ganj, NDMC areas, Old and New Rajinder Nagar, and more. Other affected areas are Prahladpur, Ramleela Ground, Delhi Gate, Model Town, Gulabi Bagh, Punjabi Bagh, and some Cantonment areas. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/fAElwRi via IFTTT

When Alia-Kareena argued about who Raha looks like

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Alia Bhatt had revealed that Kareena Kapoor Khan is the only one who feels that Raha Kapoor looks like Ranbir Kapoor. However, Alia asserted that she's a mix of both of them, and infact, sometimes she looks like Rishi Kapoor. * This article was originally published here

Climate change greater threat to human race than world wars: Sonam Wangchuk

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Ramon Magsaysay awardee Sonam Wangchuk on Saturday asserted that climate change poses a greater threat to the human race than world wars. He underlined the role of tribal communities in protecting the environment and urged the residents of modern cities to learn the sustainable way of living from the people who live in harmony with the nature. He was speaking after receiving the 20th Upendra Nath Brahma 'Soldier of Humanity' Award 2023 here for his contributions towards educational reforms, sustainable change and preservation of the environment. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/3c7QxAk via IFTTT

Climate link to Central Asian invasions, suggests Gujarat dig

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The past two millennia in India have witnessed seven invasions from Central Asia, believed to be influenced by climatic conditions. A recent study conducted by researchers from IIT Kharagpur, ASI, PRL, JNU, and Deccan College explored the impact of climate on these invasions. The study focused on archaeological excavations in Vadnagar, the hometown of PM Narendra Modi, where a continuous climatic record of 2,800 years was discovered. The research revealed a correlation between prosperous monsoons in India and major invasions from Central Asia, which occurred during periods of drought in the latter region. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/ZgV0aIx via IFTTT

Sonu Nigam bestowed with Mohammed Rafi Award

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It's a special day for singer Sonu Nigam as he was felicitated with the Mohammed Rafi Award and that too on the 99th birth anniversary of the legendary musician. * This article was originally published here

Climate link to Central Asian invasions, suggests Gujarat dig

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The past two millennia in India have witnessed seven invasions from Central Asia, believed to be influenced by climatic conditions. A recent study conducted by researchers from IIT Kharagpur, ASI, PRL, JNU, and Deccan College explored the impact of climate on these invasions. The study focused on archaeological excavations in Vadnagar, the hometown of PM Narendra Modi, where a continuous climatic record of 2,800 years was discovered. The research revealed a correlation between prosperous monsoons in India and major invasions from Central Asia, which occurred during periods of drought in the latter region. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/Zg2bBSm via IFTTT

Animal box office collection day 23

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The Sandeep Reddy Vanga directorial Animal, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Bobby Deol, Rashmika Mandanna, Anil Kapoor and Triptii Dimri, has forged a connection with audiences and it continues to mint money at the box office, despite facing tough competition from two new releases - Shah Rukh Khan's Dunki and Prabhas starrer Salaar. * This article was originally published here

Pacific storm that unleashed coastal flooding pushes across Southern California into Arizona

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A Pacific storm crossed the San Diego coast and pushed into desert areas, causing flooding northwest of Los Angeles. The storm reached San Diego late Thursday, bringing heavy rain and gusts of up to 55 mph. Rain also arrived in southwest Arizona. The storm unleashed extraordinary rainfall on coastal counties northwest of Los Angeles, surpassing monthly averages in Oxnard. Despite the heavy precipitation, there was little snow in Southern California's mountains. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/38gmOB4 via IFTTT

Animal box office collection day 22

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Ranbir Kapoor starrer Animal is currently facing tough competition at the box office with the release of Shah Rukh Khan's Dunki and Prabhas starrer Salaar. The Sandeep Reddy Vanga directorial now seems to be on the verge of ending its theatrical run as it has recorded its lowest single-day haul. * This article was originally published here

Storm brings strong winds to northern Europe, killing 2 people and disrupting transport

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A storm in northern Europe causes heavy rain, strong winds, and flooding on the North Sea coast. Two people are killed by falling trees in Belgium and the Netherlands. A woman dies after being struck by a tree in the Dutch town of Wilp. The Christmas market in Oudenaarde is canceled due to a 20-meter Christmas tree collapsing. Pre-Christmas rail travelers in Germany face disruptions. The Elbe River in Hamburg floods streets. The Maeslantkering storm barrier closes for the first time. The Norwegian cruise ship MS Maud temporarily loses power. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/tGUBR9a via IFTTT

Oscars shortlists: India misses the bus again

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India has once again missed the Oscars bus as the Malayalam film 2018: Everyone Is A Hero starring Tovino Thomas and Kunchacko Boban, has failed to make it to the shortlisted films in the International Feature Film category for the 96th Academy Awards. * This article was originally published here

Total 10 'black tigers' found in India, all in Odisha's Similipal: Govt

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India has a total of 10 black tigers, exclusively found in Odisha's Similipal Tiger Reserve. The reserve is identified as a distinct conservation cluster due to its genetic composition. A recent study revealed that the dark coat coloration in these tigers is caused by a single mutation in the Taqpep gene. The tigers in Similipal form an isolated population with limited gene flow, making them highly susceptible to extinction. Conservation efforts are crucial for their survival. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/6j0Ve9X via IFTTT

Slow-moving Pacific storm threatens to bring California flooding and mudslides

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Heavy rains drenched California, bringing the threat of flooding and mudslides. The storm centered offshore moved southeastward, hitting particularly hard on the central coast. Flood watches were posted all the way south to San Diego. The stormy weather came as millions of Californians geared up for holiday travel. California is well aware of storm risks: In January 2018, a downpour on a wildfire burn scar unleashed massive debris flows through Montecito, destroying homes and killing 23 people. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/74Pbei5 via IFTTT

Dunki 1st reviews: SRK's film gets mixed response

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Shah Rukh Khan is all set to end 2023 with Rajkumar Hirani's Dunki, which will hit the theatres on December 21. A special screening of Dunki was held on Wednesday evening and the first reviews of the film have already started pouring in on social media. * This article was originally published here

Firefighters battle a wildfire on the slopes of a mountain near Cape Town in South Africa

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Lava flows from Iceland volcano slow as heavy snow sets in

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Lava flows from an Icelandic volcano are slowing due to heavy snowfall, making it difficult to observe the eruption. The eruption on the Reykjanes peninsula occurred after weeks of seismic activity. Flights are unlikely to be affected, unlike the 2010 volcanic eruption that caused travel chaos. The volcano may stop erupting, but the pressure in the magma chamber could trigger another eruption in a few weeks. The nearby town of Grindavik was evacuated, and the airport in Keflavik experienced a brief spike in sulphur dioxide levels. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/3YcCarZ via IFTTT

Dunki: Aamir sends his best wishes to SRK-Hirani

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Shah Rukh Khan and Rajkumar Hirani are all set to create magic on the big screen with their upcoming film Dunki, which will hit the theatres on December 21. As this film marks the first ever collaboration of SRK and Hirani, Aamir Khan has now sent his best wishes to team Dunki in Rancho style. * This article was originally published here

At least 100 elephants die in drought-stricken Zimbabwe park, a grim sign of El Nino, climate change

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Climate change and the El Nino weather phenomenon have caused the deaths of at least 100 elephants in Zimbabwe's Hwange National Park. The Zimbabwe National Parks and Wildlife Management Authority warns that more elephants could die due to the scarcity of rains and rising heat. The International Fund for Animal Welfare describes this situation as a crisis for elephants. Climate change may be making El Ninos stronger, leading to more extreme consequences. In 2019, over 200 elephants died in Hwange due to severe drought. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/UJnreu7 via IFTTT

India continue to rely on coal until it achieves its developmental needs: Bhupender Yadav

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India stands firm against pressure from developed countries on fossil fuels at COP28 in Dubai; environment minister Bhupender Yadav states that India will continue to use coal until achieving developmental needs; emphasis on not relying solely on oil and gas imports; acknowledges India's global stature in climate action and leadership in innovation and technology; India set to become third-largest economy after US and China, overtaking Germany and Japan. Yadav later launched a report on ‘A Green and Sustainable Growth Agenda for the Global Economy' at a different event. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/vIc5mHr via IFTTT

US moves to protect old growth forests as climate change threatens their survival

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The Biden administration plans to revise management plans for national forests and grasslands in the U.S. to conserve old-growth trees. The goal is to provide an 'ecologically-driven' approach to older forests and protect them from threats such as wildfires, insects, and disease. This would be the first nationwide amendment to U.S. Forest Service management plans. The proposal aims to limit commercial timber harvests in old growth forests while allowing logging in mature forests. The importance of preserving old trees is widely recognized due to their environmental benefits and the storage of carbon. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/vcjCDOt via IFTTT

Iceland volcano erupts weeks after thousands were evacuated from a town on Reykjanes Peninsula

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Vikrant: Sushant's suicide disturbed me a lot

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Vikrant Massey recently shared his views on media trial in Sushant Singh Rajput's case and admitted that it did bothered him a lot. He couldn't understand the fact that there were so many machineries working at that time with some kind of ulterior motive. * This article was originally published here