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CJI Surya Kant flags 'climate injustice', says developing nations cannot bear brunt of green transitionAddressing the High-Level Commonwealth Policy Dialogue on Climate Justice at Marlborough House in London, CJI Kant on Friday said the globa...- In 2002, Albany buried 1,500 feet of Patroon Creek underground. 18 years later, daylighting restored the stream and improved flood resilience across the project area tooAccording to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's success story, U.S. Geological Survey streamflow data showed that three of the five...
- MacKenzie Scott has given away nearly half her fortune, but Elon Musk says she is ‘making the world a worse place’Billionaire MacKenzie Scott has faced backlash from conservative circles over her extensive philanthropic efforts. Notable individuals, inc...
- Five major floods followed Pajaro's 1949 levee construction; a 2023 breach sent water through homes within 3 hours and costing $300 million; UC Berkeley researchers are now recreating the watershed digitally to show how new barriers could change the next floodFlood risk is hard to picture until water is inside your home. UC Berkeley researchers are building a digital twin of California’s Lower Pa...
- PDP workers, farmers detained in Shopian protest over crop insurancePDP workers and farmers were detained in Shopian during a protest. They demanded the implementation of a crop insurance scheme for damaged ...
- MacKenzie Scott faced criticism from Elon Musk and Katie Miller over her $26 billion philanthropy: Jeff Bezos’ ex-wife drew backlash over donations to 'progressive causes'MacKenzie Scott’s $26 billion philanthropic legacy came under renewed scrutiny after Elon Musk and Katie Miller criticized the billionaire’...
- Ukrainian President Zelensky sacks his ambassador to the US: DecreeUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed his ambassador to the United States. This move occurred while Kyiv was actively lobbying W...
- Quote of the day by Franklin D. Roosevelt: 'The whole world is one...' Life lessons from inspiring quote on global empathy, peace, justice, shared responsibility, interconnectedness and human connectionQuote of the day by Franklin D. Roosevelt reminds people that humanity is connected beyond borders. His words encourage empathy, peace, jus...
- In 1962, a Massachusetts mother occupied city hall over a sludge-covered river; her campaign helped pass a clean-water law and protect 174 milesMarion Stoddart spearheaded a vital grassroots initiative against the pollution of the Nashua River, demonstrating remarkable dedication an...
- Quote of the day by Amal Clooney: 'We need young people with the courage to say...' Life lessons on courage, confidence and standing up for what truly mattersQuote of the day by Amal Clooney: Amal Clooney's quote emphasises the importance of young people's courage and active participation in shap...
- Vijayapura airport to become operational in three months: MB PatilVijayapura Airport is expected to become operational within three months. The Supreme Court has cleared the environmental clearance hurdle ...
- Quote of the day by Barack Obama: "Hope is not blind optimism. It's not ignoring the..." — Inspiring life lessons on courage, resilience, leadership, purpose, determination, human potential, and why the greatest victories often begin when the odds seem impossible by the former US PresidentQuote of the day by Barack Obama: Barack Obama’s quote, "Hope is not blind optimism. It's not ignoring the enormity of the task ahead or th...
- In 2003, an Iraqi engineer left California to re-flood wetlands Saddam had turned into desert; up to 60% of the ancient marshes later returnedAzzam Alwash embarked on a mission to restore the ravaged Mesopotamian Marshes upon his return to Iraq. By implementing a straightforward p...
- The ‘cockroaches’ and the faces behind India’s exam protest movementBihar's government will withdraw legal actions against NEET-UG protestors. This decision follows the Cockroach Janta Party's call to end de...
- Sonam Wangchuk discharged from hospital, says he will visit Rajghat before returning to LadakhClimate activist Sonam Wangchuk has been discharged from the hospital. He will now visit Rajghat to pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi. After th...
- Thursday Motivation by Kofi Annan: 'To live is to choose. But to choose well, you must know who you are and what you..., where you want to go and why you...'Kofi Annan championed peace and human rights globally. He served as UN Secretary-General, focusing on poverty and disease reduction. Annan ...
- South Africa's data centre 'gold rush' risks resource crunchSouth Africa is becoming Africa's digital hub with expanding data centres. This growth, however, raises concerns about electricity and wate...
- Hunger games of modern fastingFasting has transformed from a personal or political act into a tool for attention. Political hunger strikes now compete with lifestyle int...
- Europe heatwave: The thermometer is flashing red for the continent's economyEurope's heatwave is becoming a growing economic threat as extreme temperatures disrupt transport, reduce labour productivity, damage agric...
- CJP activists allege 'Wangchuk dragged by Police forcibly'; Police say they complied with court ordersClimate activist Sonam Wangchuk was moved to a hospital from his protest site. Protestors alleged police forcefully removed him despite his...
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