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Climate change could lead to half a million more deaths from malaria in Africa over the next 25 years, according to new research.

The US and other countries cut funding for LGBTQ+ rights as a global backlash spreads, but activists vow to keep up their work.

From flood control scandals that swallowed billions in public funds to Indigenous resistance against palm oil bulldozers, Eco-Business’ 10 most-read stories show how extreme weather, geopolitics and rushed renewables are sharpening the urgency – and complexity – of climate action across Asia.

Around the world, rising temperatures and erratic weather are forcing animals to adapt in startling ways – with consequences for people and ecosystems alike.

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Researchers found that people in poorer communities face a far higher risk of death from diseases after typhoons – with limited healthcare access and flooding from heavy rainfall worsening the impacts. Oleh Wenzhong Huang, Shandy (Shanshan) Li dan Yuming Guo

While the CDC is a key institution overseeing and funding public health in the US, it’s also instrumental in global health. Turmoil at the CDC could have an impact not just in the US, but around the world. Oleh Michael Toole

The classification of animals as ‘property’ underpins harsh judicial decisions and continues to plague the lives of animals in India. Oleh Ashima Sharma

A female doctor with the International Medical Corps examines a woman patient at a mobile health clinic in Pakistan

Female frontline workers in Pakistan are now being offered a seat at the policymaking table. The benefits are likely to last well after polio is defeated, argues this government official. Oleh Atiya Aabroo

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Scientists in the Global South are studying how solar geoengineering could affect their communities. One team in Pakistan is focusing on malaria, a mosquito-borne disease that affects millions in tropical and sub-tropical countries yearly.

Has Covid-19 really improved air quality? Eco-Business spoke to air pollution epidemiologist Dr Vivian Pun about the real air quality story behind the pandemic, and what the virus is telling us about tackling the world's most underrated environmental issue.

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