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Groundwater brimming with excess nutrients and other contaminants is quietly flowing into the ocean, posing a threat to vulnerable reefs.
The 2026 fire season in Indonesia is already showing early signs of escalation, as burned areas reached 32,637 hectares by February, 20 times higher than the same period in 2025.
It’s well known that hotter temperatures due to climate change are dangerous to human health. But when paired with high humidity, this intense heat can be especially deadly. These extreme weather events, known as humid heat waves, are rapidly intensifying and increasing in frequency as the world warms.
Global efforts to regulate deep-sea mining face delays – as unresolved rules and unilateral moves heighten uncertainty over the industry’s future.
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