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UN backs historic climate crisis ruling, despite US attempts to stop resolution

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world11h ago

UN backs historic climate crisis ruling, despite US attempts to stop resolution

Theguardian.com and 3 more

The 193-member body approved a nonbinding resolution endorsing the landmark ICJ opinion, framing climate duties as international law.
Guterres calls the General Assembly vote a landmark affirmation of international law, climate justice, science, and state responsibility to shield people from rising risks.
Vanuatu-led coalition frames the measure as a universal legal duty, spotlighting island nations facing real harm from rising seas and displacement.

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Ola de calor vacía calles y mercados en el norte de India mientras agricultores trabajan de noche

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weather2h ago

Ola de calor vacía calles y mercados en el norte de India mientras agricultores trabajan de noche

Apnews.com

Heat wave in northern India driven by temperatures near 45°C prompts urban slowdowns and cooling stations.
Residents seek relief as afternoons grow hotter, with authorities creating cooling spaces in Delhi.
Farmers shift to night work to avoid daytime heat across northern Indian states.
Weather agency warns conditions may persist in several northern regions in coming days.
Schools announce summer holidays earlier as heat rises in the north.
Temperatures trigger adaptations as life daily routines adjust to heat across Uttar Pradesh and beyond.
Heat wave prompts temporary cooling shelters to aid people in Delhi and surrounding areas.
Health officials urge hydration and indoor time during peak heat hours.
Delhi government responds with cooling zones as heat intensifies.
Energy and water resources face higher demand as residents seek relief.
The heat wave impacts mobility and daily commerce in northern India.

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SBA disaster loans available for winter storm, drought victims

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SBA disaster loans available for winter storm, drought victims

Wbbjtv.com and 1 more

SBA disaster loan support continues for West Tennessee storm and drought impacts, now incorporating March-storm reference insights to broaden eligible needs.
Loans cover both physical damage and economic injury for businesses and private nonprofits, expanding options beyond residential needs.
Deadline timelines vary by program and location, with June 10 for some physical damage loan applications.
Drought-focused loan applications have a June 1 deadline for eligible counties, aligning with regional recovery needs.
Loan terms offer up to 30 years, with favorable features such as no payments for the first year for some borrowers.
Interest rates start at 2.87% for homeowners and 4% for businesses, making funding relatively affordable for affected households and firms.
Applications can be filed online or at a disaster recovery center, offering flexible access points for applicants.
A 60-day grace period is available if applicants miss deadlines, providing a cushion for completing applications.
The program supports both residential damage recovery and business/non-profit economic harm, broadening impact relief.
New reference notes SBA disaster relief extends to March-storm impacts, with similar loan types and potential property mitigation incentives.
Exclusive insight from the reference notes a mitigation incentive that could add about 20% of approved loan value to protect property post-disaster.

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Jugador noruego apoya petición para mejorar protocolos de calor de FIFA durante el Mundial

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health54m ago

Jugador noruego apoya petición para mejorar protocolos de calor de FIFA durante el Mundial

Apnews.com

Norwegian midfielder Morten Thorsby backs a letter urging FIFA to strengthen heat-stress protocols for the World Cup.
The letter, signed by Thorsby and others, calls for the best medical care to be practiced at the World Cup.
Signatories demand six-minute cooling breaks and improved cooling equipment in lockers at matches.
World Cup hosts include the United States, Canada, and Mexico, with kickoff in June.
FIFA has already formed a Heat Illness Group and introduced several heat measures.
Experts concerned about elevated heat exposure across 14 of 16 World Cup cities.
The article notes added hydration pauses and climate-controlled benches as part of current FIFA measures.
Thorsby is likely to be in Norway's squad for the World Cup.
The open letter was signed by several players not attending the World Cup.
The World Cup will be played across North American venues in June.
AP News provides ongoing coverage of World Cup climate-related considerations.

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Video. Intensifying heat wave grips northern India as temperatures near 48°C

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Video. Intensifying heat wave grips northern India as temperatures near 48°C

Euronews.com

Northern India faces near 48°C heat as authorities warn of prolonged extreme temperatures.
Cooling shelters and health alerts have been introduced across New Delhi and nearby states.
Officials urge residents to remain indoors during the hottest part of the day.
The India Meteorological Department expects the extreme heat to persist in the coming days.
In Banda, temperatures reached 48.2°C earlier this week, triggering holidays.
Farmers are shifting work to nighttime to avoid daytime exposure.
Researchers say more frequent and severe heat waves reflect global warming trends.
Most of India’s hottest years have occurred in the last ten years, meteorological data shows.
Authorities warn of ongoing heat across northern plains and disrupted daily life.
Heatwave conditions have prompted health guidance for residents and tourists in the region.

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Torrential rain and floods kill at least 25 people in southern and central China – video

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Torrential rain and floods kill at least 25 people in southern and central China – video

Theguardian.com

At least 25 people have died as torrential rains and floods hit southern and central China.
Tens of thousands were evacuated as authorities warned heavy rain would continue.
Affected provinces include Jiangxi, Anhui, Hunan, Hubei, Guizhou, Guangxi, Guangdong and Hainan.
Authorities warned of a high risk of landslides and flash floods amid ongoing rain.
The report cites Reuters as a source for the death toll and updates.
Emergency crews are responding as the situation unfolds across multiple provinces.
Video footage accompanies the report, providing on-the-ground context of the floods.
The event occurred on May 21, 2026, with ongoing impact into the following days.
Officials emphasize continued risk of floods across central and southern regions.
The Guardian aggregates coverage from multiple topics including global development.

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FIU experts available to discuss El Niño

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weather1h ago

FIU experts available to discuss El Niño

News.fiu.edu

FIU offers experts to discuss El Niño and its environmental and community impacts.
Experts cover hurricane activity, rainfall, flooding, and water quality.
Contact information is available for FIU communications teams for media coordination.
Multiple FIU faculty can speak on how El Niño affects coastal and environmental systems.
Experts can discuss water quality monitoring and climate impacts in Florida's waterways.
Mosquito- and disease-related implications of El Niño are covered by FIU researchers.
Sea-level and coastal risk assessments linked to El Niño are addressed by FIU faculty.
FIU experts include environmental economics and disaster risk professionals.
Spanish-language availability is noted for some FIU experts.
The list includes more than a dozen FIU specialists across the Institute of Environment.

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Cold Chain Temperature Failures Rise as Summer Heat Extends - Environment+Energy Leader

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weather1h ago

Cold Chain Temperature Failures Rise as Summer Heat Extends - Environment+Energy Leader

Environmentenergyleader.com

Latest trend shows extended heat seasons pushing cold chain systems beyond their design limits, raising failure risk.
Most common failures occur at docks, during carrier handoffs, and last-mile windows, not mid-transit.
Industry losses from temperature excursions are about $35 billion annually across pharma and food supply chains.
Regulatory risk grows when excursions violate FSMA traceability requirements for high-risk foods.
Extended heat increases energy use and stress on refrigeration, challenging recovery after power interruptions.
The problem spans multiple regions, with heat events arriving earlier in the calendar and stressing readiness plans.
Industry pressure includes not only product losses but regulatory exposure from poor recordkeeping.
Cold chain infrastructure is energy-intensive, with backups and load-testing crucial for resilience.
Logistics operators must review cold chain plans for heat-season realities from late spring to autumn.
The report highlights that many cold storage facilities are decades old and not sized for current heat levels.
The piece calls for operational and procurement teams to treat cold chain risk as a top agenda item this season.

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Players urge FIFA to act on World Cup 2026 heat safety

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sports1d ago

Players urge FIFA to act on World Cup 2026 heat safety

Euronews.com and 1 more

Top football players worldwide urge FIFA to strengthen heat-safety protections for the World Cup 2026, linking player welfare to tournament integrity.
The World Cup 2026 will run over 39 days with 104 matches across Canada, Mexico and the United States, affecting player health under heat risk.
A diverse group of signatories from Albania to the United States signals broad concern from both grassroots and elite levels about heat risks.
FIFA says it will implement three-minute hydration breaks in each half irrespective of weather, aiming for equal conditions across all matches.
Expanded safety measures include up to five substitutions and climate-controlled benches to support player welfare during the World Cup.
Scheduling considers climate profiles and venue infrastructure to minimize heat risk, balancing sport, operations, and broadcast needs.
Officials have limited hot-day matches and favor cooler windows or covered stadiums to reduce heat exposure during voting for match times.
Experts warn that several forecasted conditions may be unsafe; FIFPRO urges postponement guidance beyond official temperature thresholds.
FIFA frames health and safety as a priority, with climate risks integrated into planning and close coordination with host cities and authorities.
Norway’s Morten Thorsby and others argue for stronger heat protocols, arguing that performance, spectators, and the environment all suffer without stronger action.

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weather1h ago

Plant Rant: Rust

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Recent wet spring conditions allowed rust fungus to become active on cedars, signaling a local plant health concern.
Rust requires two hosts; red cedars act as an over-wintering host to survive winter months.
Second hosts include apples, crabapples, pears, hawthorns, and shads where rust completes its life cycle.
Infected ornamental trees show leaf spots and fruiting bodies that can affect aesthetics and health.
Homeowners can reduce spread by raking and removing diseased leaves from around affected trees.
Overhead irrigation should be avoided to prevent prolonged leaf wetness that fosters fungal growth.
The adviser Vinny Tomasello, an ISA-certified arborist, provides local guidance on disease management.
Red cedars typically remain unaffected by rust, though visible telial horns indicate active infection in other hosts.
Experts warn rust can cause trees to become completely leafless by July if not managed.
A Nantucket-focused reminder to observe cedars closely and consider rust as a local landscape issue.

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