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NEW YORK — Nearly 5 billion people worldwide endured extreme heat from June 16 to June 24, a consequence of climate change exacerbated by emissions from fossil fuels, according to a report from Climate Central, a US-based nonprofit news organization focused on climate science.The report highlighted that 619 million people in India and 579 million people in China were among the most affected by the scorching temperatures. Significant numbers of individuals also faced extreme heat in other parts of the world, including 231 million in Indonesia, 206 million in Nigeria, 176 million in Brazil, 171 million in Bangladesh, 165 million in the US, 152 million in Europe, 123 million in Mexico, 121 million in Ethiopia, and 103 million in Egypt.Climate Central's findings underscore the urgent...
June 29, 2024
5 billion people affected by extreme heat due to climate change in 9 days of June
June 29, 2024
Cases of racism surge by 32% in France in 2023: Report
BEIRUT — Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati, during a tour of the southern region, urged Israel on Saturday to halt its "repeated attacks" on Lebanon and to cease its ongoing military campaign in the Gaza Strip."We consistently advocate for peace, and our preference is to pursue peace and implement UN Resolution 1701," Mikati stated, as reported by the Lebanese National News Agency.UN Resolution 1701, passed unanimously on August 11, 2006, calls for a complete cessation of hostilities between Lebanon and Israel."Israel should cease its ongoing attacks on Lebanon, halt the war on Gaza, and all parties should adhere to Resolution No. 2735," Mikati emphasized.Resolution No. 2735 aims to secure a comprehensive ceasefire agreement, facilitate a hostage exchange...
June 29, 2024
Lebanese PM calls on Israel to cease attacks on Lebanon
June 29, 2024
Serbian police officer injured in crossbow attack outside Israeli embassy
June 29, 2024
Canadian MP calls for Trudeau's resignation after by-election defeat
June 29, 2024
Iran to hold run-off election on July 5 after candidates fail to secure majority
WASHINGTON — US President Joe Biden responded to critiques about his age in a spirited speech, affirming his determination to secure re-election in November following concerns over his performance in a recent debate with Republican rival Donald Trump.Addressing supporters in North Carolina on Friday, Biden acknowledged his age, stating, "I know I'm not a young man, to state the obvious." Despite admitting to physical limitations and debating challenges, Biden asserted his confidence in his ability to lead, declaring, "I know how to tell the truth and I know how to do this job."At 81 years old, Biden's shaky debate performance raised doubts among some Democrats, prompting discussions about his candidacy. However, Biden's campaign team remains resolute that...
June 29, 2024
Biden defiant after debate criticism, vows to pursue re-election
June 28, 2024
North Korea 'cracking down on wedding dresses and slang'
June 28, 2024
K-pop agents charged with insider trading over BTS
June 28, 2024
Singapore charges activists over pro-Palestinian letters
