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Imminent breach of 1.5C warming threshold predicted by study
A recent study forecasts that the 1.5 degrees Celsius global warming threshold, a critical marker set by the 2015 Paris Agreement, is likely to be surpassed within this decade. This projection, underscoring an accelerated pace of climate…
Nasa’s Lucy spacecraft unveils mini moon orbiting asteroid Dinkinesh
NASA’s Lucy spacecraft was greeted with an unexpected sight during its recent flyby of the asteroid Dinkinesh – a tiny moon orbiting it. This discovery was made 300 million miles away in the asteroid belt situated beyond Mars. As the…
$10.6 billion Halloween reveals the environmental toll of America’s spooky celebrations
Halloween, a beloved tradition, is casting a growing shadow on our environment. From plastic-filled landfills to threats to wildlife, the holiday’s ecological impact is becoming impossible to ignore. As the festive ghouls and witches come…
South Korea confronts rapid rise in lumpy skin disease cases within a week
One week since South Korea reported its maiden outbreak of the lumpy skin disease (LSD) in cattle, confirmed cases have surged to 38, signaling a significant challenge for the nation’s agriculture sector. The alarming rise in LSD cases…
UAE and Singapore cement relations in key diplomatic meeting
In a key diplomatic engagement, the President of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and Singapore’s Prime Minister, Lee Hsien Loong, convened to fortify their nations’ long-standing relations and to collaborate on…
UAE and Saudi leadership chart new paths at GCC-ASEAN summit
In a significant show of diplomatic and economic cooperation, Riyadh became the backdrop for the collaborative summit between the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). At the helm of the…
UAE president holds bilateral talks with Vietnamese prime minister at GCC-ASEAN summit
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan engaged in a productive meeting with Pham Minh Chinh, the Prime Minister of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, on the sidelines of the highly anticipated joint summit between the Gulf…
NASA’s InSight lander uncovers tectonic origins of major marsquake
On May 4, 2022, a groundbreaking discovery was made when NASA’s InSight lander recorded the most potent marsquake to date. While the 4.7 magnitude quake might seem moderate by Earth’s standards, it is a significant event for Mars.…
Abu Dhabi’s transit evolution – automated rapid transit project kickstarts
With an ambitious drive towards a more sustainable and tech-forward transit future, Abu Dhabi’s Integrated Transport Centre (ITC), under the Department of Municipalities and Transport, is rolling out the pilot phase of its anticipated …
IMF recognizes India’s economic prowess under Modi’s guiding hand
As the world grapples with economic uncertainty, India has unfurled itself as a paradigm of growth and innovation, a transformation fueled by policies set into motion since 2014. The year marked the commencement of Prime Minister Narendra…