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Orangutans use plants for muscle pain relief
The Borneo based apes chew leaves of the Dracaena cantleyi plant to create a white lather, which they then rub onto to their bodies. This is the first report of self-medication in an Asian ape, and also the first evidence for the use of anti-inflammatory medication in animals. -
At least 200 dead in Afghanistan flash floods; thousands of homes destroyed
Flash floods in northern Afghanistan claimed the lives of at least 200 people, with heavy rains triggering massive flooding in Baghlan province. Thousands of homes were destroyed or damaged, with significant impact in multiple provinces. The Taliban government reported 62 fatalities, while the International Organisation for Migration cited over 200 deaths. -
India among 13 countries with high emissions facing ‘some of severest impact’ of climate change: Report
India, a major CO2 emitter, faces high climate risk per Verisk Maplecroft. The analysis ranks India third, even in best-case scenarios. Other high-risk countries include Thailand, Brazil, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Vietnam, Malaysia, Iraq, Egypt, Pakistan, and Mexico. -
2023 'year of record climatic hazards' in Latin America: UN
Latin America and the Caribbean had their warmest year on record in 2023 as a "double-whammy" of El Nino and climate change caused major weather calamities, the World Meteorological Organization said Wednesday. "Unfortunately, 2023 was a year of record climatic hazards in Latin America and the Caribbean, WMO Secretary-General Celeste Saulo said in a statement. -
Can artificial glaciers help with water shortages?
Approximately 1.9 billion people worldwide depend on glaciers and snow packs for their drinking water supply. During the warmer months, glaciers undergo a natural melting process, releasing significant amounts of water into rivers, which in turn sustains human populations, industries, and ecosystems. However, for this cycle to continue, glaciers must replenish at a comparable rate during the winter months when snowfall occurs. -
Dozens of cholera cases reported in flood-hit Kenya
The United Nations voiced concern on Wednesday after dozens of cases of cholera were reported in flood-stricken Kenya. "I believe that between government and national and international partners, we'll be able to contain it," the UN's resident coordinator in Kenya, Stephen Jackson, said in an interview with Citizen TV. "We've contained cholera before, but it's a significant concern," he added. -
Chinese mill blamed for turning Serbia village red with pollution
Locals in the area near the eastern Serbian city of Smederevo have been facing significant air pollution and thick red dust since the Chinese company HBIS acquired a steel mill eight years ago. Radinac has become known as "red village', because everything is permanently coated in a layer of red dust. Residents report a significant increase in cancer cases and highlight the presence of high levels of arsenic, chromium, and lead in the dust. -
East, south peninsula to get rain, thunderstorms next week, IMD predicts
IMD forecasts wet spell, thunderstorms, gusty winds in east, south peninsula till May 10. Cyclonic circulation in northeast Assam, Bihar. Southwesterly winds from Bay of Bengal. Rains in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Karaikal. -
Mexico tourist train an environmental 'nightmare,' activists say
In a cave in Mexico's Riviera Maya, where nature has sculpted a subterranean landscape of stunning beauty, thick steel columns supporting a controversial new tourist railway intrude into a delicate ecosystem. - Clean-up promised - Despite Lopez Obrador's assurances, concrete has leaked out of the steel columns and contaminated the cenote water, according to environmentalists. -
Anticipated above-normal Southwest monsoon brings hope for India's agricultural sector: Geojit report
According to Geojit insights, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) expects above-normal rainfall, with the total from June to September anticipated to be 106 per cent of the long-period average. -
A tornado hit an Oklahoma newsroom built in the 1920s. The damage isn't stopping the presses
Sulphur suffered Oklahoma's worst destruction during an outreak of severe weather when a tornado plowed through downtown in the community of about 5,000 residents south of Oklahoma City. Four people were killed across the state, including a woman who was in a bar near the newspaper's offices. -
Largest carbon credit programme poised for quality label
The world's largest carbon credit programme Verra took a step toward working under a new quality standard aimed at helping rebuild confidence in the scandal-hit offsets market. A Washington DC-based nonprofit organisation, Verra represents nearly 70 percent of the global voluntary carbon market, which is neither regulated by governments or a standard set of rules. -
May temperature likely to be ‘above normal’ in most parts: IMD
India Meteorological Department forecasts intense hot weather during parliamentary elections in many states/UTs. 295 seats to vote in the next four phases, with the remaining 57 seats in the last phase. 'Above normal' temperatures are expected in most parts meanwhile in northeast India and adjoining areas of northeast peninsular India where temperatures will go 'below normal'. -
WHO warns H5N1 bird flu virus could spread to cows via migratory birds
The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned about the potential spread of the H5N1 bird flu virus to cows in other countries via migratory birds. The virus has been detected in dairy cattle herds across nine US states and one human case in Texas since late March. -
Indian Ocean and Bay of Bengal can serve as big carbon sinks, may help India reach its net-zero goal: Study at IIT Madras
IIT Madras researchers have identified the Indian Ocean and the Bay of Bengal as potential storage sinks for huge amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) that can be stored there permanently "in the form of liquid pools or solid hydrates beyond a certain depth" without harming the marine ecology. Some European countries are working on CO2 storage in North Sea. -
100-year-old rare tree that was saved hacked for Metro work in Mumbai
Baobab tree on SV Road chopped for Metro 2B works, sparking controversy. Resident questioned relocation, but BMC confirmed cutting permission. Thackeray vows punishment for MMRDA. Metro 2B to reduce travel time by 50-75%. -
Heavy rainfall disrupts daily life in J&K; water levels rise, classes suspended, roads blocked
Jammu and Kashmir have been dealing with ongoing rainfall that has caused destruction in various areas, including higher altitudes. Heavy rains in the valley have led to sudden floods in certain areas of Kupwara in northern Kashmir, resulting in damage to buildings and roads. Additionally, the Sarbal area of Sonamarg suffered the impact of an avalanche that occurred on Monday. -
G7 must lead the way on tackling global warming: UN climate chief
Stiell urges G7 at Turin to take lead with deeper emissions cuts and increased climate finance to meet Paris Agreement goals and avoid a global economic disaster. -
Schools closed, warnings issued as Asia swelters in extreme heatwave
South and Southeast Asia braced for more extreme heat on Sunday as authorities across the region issued health warnings and residents fled to parks and air-conditioned malls for relief. The hot weather persisted on Sunday, with many flocking to air-conditioned shopping malls and swimming pools for relief. -
Over 500 persons relocated to safer places amid land sinking in J&K's Ramban
Over 500 individuals have been moved to safety as 58 homes were obliterated by land subsidence in Ramban district, Jammu and Kashmir. Officials confirm ongoing damage evaluation in Pernote village over the last three days. This aims for swift compensation disbursement to impacted families under State Disaster Response Force guidelines. -
Climate change could become main driver of biodiversity decline by mid-century: Study
Climate change threatens biodiversity decline globally by mid-century, as land-use and climate changes lead to 2-11% biodiversity loss. Conservation, restoration, and natural solutions are crucial for safeguarding ecosystems. -
G7 nations fall far short of 2030 emission reduction targets, on track to achieve barely half of what is needed
The G7 countries, responsible for a significant portion of historical emissions and current greenhouse gas output, are falling short of their emission reduction targets for 2030. A recent analysis by Climate Analytics indicates that they are on track to achieve only half of the necessary reduction to meet the Paris Agreement's 1.5-degree Celsius warming limit. -
China evacuates entire town as record rains, winds lash its south
Relentless rains, hail and winds of near hurricane intensity battered southern China, forcing the evacuation of an entire town of more than 1,700 people in the province of Guangdong, media said on Thursday. Buses and helicopters ferried to safety all the residents of the township of Jiangwan in the Shaoguan region as a new round of floods arrived, the reports said, citing local authorities. -
Over 100 pilot whales beached on western Australian coast have been rescued, researcher says
Over 100 pilot whales stranded in Western Australia, with 31 deaths. Ian Wiese and a team of volunteers, wildlife officers, and scientists successfully rescued the whales at Dunsborough, showcasing a rare positive outcome in such events. -
Danger warning issued for Bangkok as extreme heat bites
Thai authorities issued an extreme heat warning for Bangkok on Wednesday, urging people to stay indoors for their own safety as temperatures soared. The kingdom has sweltered through a heatwave this week, with a temperature of 44.2 C recorded in the northern province of Lampang on Monday -- just shy of the all-time national record of 44.6 C. The hot weather is expected to continue in the coming days, and the government has urged people to stay hydrated, apply sunscreen and exercise indoors to av -
Taiwan rattled by dozens of quakes, but no major damage
Largely rural and sparsely populated Hualien was hit by a 7.2 magnitude earthquake on April 3 that killed at least 14 people, and there have been more than 1,000 aftershocks since. Buildings across large parts of northern, eastern and western Taiwan, including in the capital, Taipei, swayed throughout the night, with the largest quake measuring a 6.3 magnitude. All were very shallow. -
On earth day, PM Modi reaffirmed India's commitment to environment protection
Every year on April 22, earth day serves as a global reminder of our responsibility to protect the planet by bringing attention to challenges such as climate change, pollution, deforestation, and biodiversity loss. It demands a change in direction toward a sustainable future, urging individuals and businesses alike to take proactive steps. -
Europe is the fastest-warming continent, at nearly twice the average global rate, report says
Europe faces rising temperatures, climate extremes, and health impacts. Transition to renewables crucial to combat consequences. Deaths related to heat rising. Economic losses due to extreme climate events on the continent. -
How Nasa plans to use AI to combat climate change
Nasa utilizes AI and open science to address climate change challenges through technological advancement, transparency, data sharing, global collaboration, and educational outreach, setting a precedent for effective environmental stewardship and scientific inquiry. -
Plastic production threatens 1.5 degrees Celsius limit, new study warns
Plastic production's rapid growth threatens the global carbon budget for limiting global warming. Reductions in primary plastic production are crucial to align with climate targets and prevent exceeding the carbon budget, as highlighted by the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory study.