Climate change made 2011-2020 decade wetter and warmer for India: WMO

Europe is the fastest-warming continent, Copernicus report warns, with devastating health impacts

Warming weather will impact health, nature and the economy, the report by WMO and Copernicus says.

UN Issues 'Red Alert' Regarding Global Warming After Record Heat in 2023

UN Issues 'Red Alert' , Regarding Global Warming , After Record Heat in 2023. Al Jazeera reports that the United Nations' weather agency has sounded a "red alert" regarding global warming, citing a number of different factors. Those factors include record-breaking levels of greenhouse gas emissions in 2023, as well as record-high temperatures on both land and sea. Those factors include record-breaking levels of greenhouse gas emissions in 2023, as well as record-high temperatures on both land and sea. The U.N.'s World Meteorological Organization (WMO) warns there is a "high probability" that 2024 will continue to break high-temperature records. . The same March 19 report warned that the world's efforts to reverse global warming have proven to be inadequate. Never have we been so close – albeit on a temporary basis at the moment – to the 1.5C lower limit of the Paris Agreement on climate change. , Celeste Saulo, World Meteorological Organization (WMO) secretary-general, via Al Jazeera. The WMO community is sounding the red alert to the world, Celeste Saulo, World Meteorological Organization (WMO) secretary-general, via Al Jazeera. According to the European Union’s Copernicus Climate Change Service, the world has already exceeded the 1.5 degree Celsius limit set by the Paris Agreement. Earth’s issuing a distress call, Antonio Guterres, U.N. Secretary-General, via Al Jazeera. The latest State of the Global Climate report shows a planet on the brink. Fossil fuel pollution is sending climate chaos off the charts, Antonio Guterres, U.N. Secretary-General, via Al Jazeera. Al Jazeera reports that the news comes as experts and government representatives are set to meet in Copenhagen to push for greater global climate actions. . Al Jazeera reports that the news comes as experts and government representatives are set to meet in Copenhagen to push for greater global climate actions.

Israel responds to genocide charges at UN court

UN Warns Global Wildlife Crime Driving Global Extinctions

UN Warns Global , Wildlife Crime , Driving Global Extinctions. 'The Guardian' reports that over 4,000 species from around the world are the targets of wildlife traffickers. . According to a United Nations report, this causes "untold harm upon nature.". The report found that 40% of all the animals targeted are on the red list of threatened or nearly threatened species. The UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) report found that the trade, driven by demand for medicine, pets and trophies, is active in over 80% of countries. Despite gaps in knowledge about the full extent of wildlife trafficking and associated crime, there is sufficient evidence to conclude that this remains a significant global problem far from being resolved, UNODC report, via 'The Guardian'. Despite gaps in knowledge about the full extent of wildlife trafficking and associated crime, there is sufficient evidence to conclude that this remains a significant global problem far from being resolved, UNODC report, via 'The Guardian'. According to the report, the largest number of individual seizures involved corals, large reptiles and elephants. According to the report, the largest number of individual seizures involved corals, large reptiles and elephants. According to the report, the largest number of individual seizures involved corals, large reptiles and elephants. Wildlife trade was found to be the driving factor in both local and global extinctions, including rare orchids, reptiles and fish. Wildlife crime inflicts untold harm upon nature, and it also jeopardizes livelihoods, public health, good governance and our planet’s ability to fight climate change, Ghada Waly, Executive director of UNODC, via 'The Guardian'. Researchers warn that wildlife crime is often linked to organized crime, with corruption playing a critical role in impeding efforts to stop trafficking. . 'The Guardian' reports that this corruption can take the form of bribes paid to inspectors and government officials in exchange for fake permits.

Dubai Grapples with Aftermath of Extreme Weather Conditions | Cost Surge in Travel| Oneindia News

Discover how Dubai's recent floods signal a broader challenge for travel companies worldwide. As extreme weather events become more common, rising costs for insurance, disaster preparedness, and recovery are on the horizon. Stay informed on the latest developments impacting the travel industry. #Dubai #DubaiWeather #DubaiTravel #DubaiFloods #DubaiRains #UAEFloods #UAERains #UAETravel #Oneindia ~PR.274~ED.103~GR.125~HT.96~

Dubai Rains: Orange Alert Issued as Rainfall Intensify, Flights Cancelled & Schools Shut| Oneindia

After 15 days, Dubai's rains have returned, with the issuance of an Orange Alert for Adverse Weather Conditions. Unfavorable weather has caused major disruptions to flight operations and rain services. Additionally, the MeT predicts that although it will affect other parts of Asia, the weather will start to improve on May 4. #Dubai #DubaiRains #OrangeAlert #MeT #DubaiFloods #Dubainews #AbuDhabi #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~PR.320~ED.101~GR.123~HT.318~

Heavy Rains In Dubai, Blinken's Last-Ditch Rafah Diplomacy, Student Crackdown, and More Oneindia

In Today’s episode of News Wrap, From scorching heatwaves striking traditionally frigid regions to once arid locales drowning under torrents of water, the climate's chaos mirrors the tumult in society. In addition, as some places bask in tranquil nights, others witness the ominous shadow of censorship descending upon revered bastions of free thought. Also, there is an offensive waiting for a green signal. However, the internationally renowned diplomats are trying their best to derail any chance of a new voilent crisis. Indeed, the world is a stage where every scene unfolds with riveting unpredictability. #DubaiRains #Biden #Hamas #Blinken #Worldnews #Hamas #Israelnews #Israellive #Globalnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.155~GR.125~

Heatwave Spell: IMD warns of heatwave spells in April | El Nino, La Nina | Oneindia

The seven-phase Lok Sabha polls season will witness an unprecedented rise in the heatwave in most parts of the country, the India Meteorological Department warned here on Monday. While above-normal temperatures are likely almost all over the country, 10-20 days of heatwave is expected between April and June in different parts against normal of 4-8 days. The most heatwave prone areas are Gujarat, central Maharashtra and north Chhattisgarh, Odisha and Andhra Pradesh. “More heatwave days are expected in an El Nino year. The El Nino (an unusual rise of temperature in the Pacific Ocean with impacts all over the world) is still there in April-May even though it is receding and may become neutral by June,” Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, director general of meteorology at the IMD said. What are El Nino and La Nina and how do they affect the weather conditions? #HeatwaveSpell #IMDWarning #ElNinoLaNina #HeatwaveIndia #AprilHeatwave #LokSabhaElections2024 #ClimateAlert #WeatherForecast #ExtremeHeat #StayHydrated ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.155~GR.125~