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First Alert Weather: Temperatures drop back down

CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku has the latest weather forecast....

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‘The world order could start to evolve from the Arctic’: Trump, thin ice and the fight for Greenland’s Northwest Passage

While the US president seems hellbent on securing Greenland, local experts advise that achieving control of its potentia...

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John Wheeler: We all see the same moon, but we see it differently from different places

However, in the southern hemisphere, people see the moon upside-down....

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UK mortgage approvals rise as buyers race to beat stamp duty changes

The number of mortgages approved by the UK banking sector rose unexpectedly in December, according to new data, suggesti...

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Charleston city council gives greenlight to new flood action committee

Charleston's new eight-person Basin Flood Action Committee will oversee the city's efforts to address flooding and sea-l...

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GRAP 3 curbs back in Delhi-NCR: These vehicles banned again amid rising pollution!

Due to severe air pollution, Stage 3 restrictions of the Graded Response Action Plan have been enforced in Delhi-NCR. Th...

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Mango farms where? Climate change is scrambling where the world’s food is grown.

The well-traveled tropical fruit exemplifies how farmers are embracing new crops as the world warms....

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Trump wants Greenland. But what does Greenland want?

“There is no such thing as a better colonizer."...

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Popular Cambridge ice cream spot to pull all-nighter scooping exclusive 'breakfast' flavours

Ice Cream for Breakfast Day is celebrated on the first Saturday of February...

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A2 closed for hours

The A2 from Eindhoven towards Den Bosch is closed until ten o’clock on Thursday morning. A machine for paving asphalt ...

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Lab-grown meat rebrands itself to woo Trump — and RFK Jr.

The cultivated meat industry hopes a pro-business argument can win over skeptical Republicans....

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In pictures: Sand artist presents Chinese zodiacs

Renowned sand artist Xiao Sixin from Shenzhen, south China's Guangdong Province, presented a unique performance at this ...

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Air pollution kills over 5,500 in Israel in 2023, double previous estimates

Air pollution caused 5,510 premature deaths in Israel in 2023, double previous estimates, highlighting the severe health...

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Made-in-India Jimny 5-door to be launched in Japan: Details

Maruti Suzuki Jimny 5-door is an extended version of the standard 3-door version, the 5-door Jimny has 340 mm more wheel...

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Reeves claims sustainable aviation fuel a ‘game changer’ in debate about emissions and third Heathrow runway – UK politics live

Chancellor says she has asked Heathrow to present plans for runway expansion by summerQ: When will industrial energy pri...

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Hero teases Karizma XMR Combat Edition, launch soon: What to expect

Hero MotoCorp is expected to launch the Karizma XMR Combat Edition in India soon. This new variant features a grey paint...

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Look at Labour’s acts of environmental vandalism and ask: did I vote for this? | George Monbiot

Our rivers, our wildlife, the air we breathe: the government is sacrificing all to the insatiable god of GDP – and moc...

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Scotsman Obituaries: Allan McLean, Scottish journalist who became a respected voice in defence of Britain’s rail network

Allan Paterson McLean FCILT, journalist. Born: 22 December 1946 in Edinburgh. Died: 23 January 2025 in Edinburgh, aged 7...

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Readers' Letters: Is Chancellor in two minds about economic growth?

What to make of Chancellor Rachel Reeves’s pronouncements on the economy, wonders reader...

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Geneva’s homes will be heated by recycled energy from this revolutionary Swiss data centre

Geneva’s homes will be heated by recycled energy from this revolutionary Swiss data centre...

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Obituary: Lena (Rideout) Worthing

WINDSOR - Lena (Rideout) Worthing, 86, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025. She was born on July 26, 1938, to ......

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Niece and aunt open new St Cyrus food truck with £2 per cup deposit return scheme

The new zero waste coffee and food truck opened on Saturday January 18....

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Another record breaking day possible

Highs in the low 50s this afternoon will make it feel like spring for the end of January....

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Country diary: A shivering walk with a dramatic climax | Susie White

Garrigill, Cumbria: The further we walk along the South Tyne river, the grander the gorges – till we reach a sweeping ...

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First Alert Weather: Colder Thursday in New York - 1/29/25

CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for January 29 at 11 p.m....

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Sultan Al Qasimi attends centennial celebration of Sharjah Public Libraries

H.H. Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, attended this evening at at S...

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State of the climate: Hotter and hotter, and we are blowing our budget

When you do the work you would have to be an absolute nutter to conclude anything other than that the quality of life fo...

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Winter event organizers adjusting to recent warmup

Our recent stretch of warm weather has winter events making adjustments....

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Tesla commits to cheaper cars in first half, sees autonomous vehicles 'in the wild' in June

Tesla plans to launch new, cheaper electric vehicle models by mid-2025 and test a paid autonomous car service in June, b...

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Second round of rain heading to L.A. What will it take to end fire season?

Another rain event is heading to fire-weary Los Angeles next week. Meanwhile, Northern California is in for an atmospher...

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Wednesday evening First Alert weather forecast with Paul Heggen - 1/29/25

On Thursday, expect dry conditions and highs in the 50s. After a mostly dry start to the year, rain will finally return ...

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California needs a lot more rain to alleviate drought

The weekend storm marked the first time since last May that Los Angeles saw over a tenth of an inch of rain....

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US to rescind Biden highway climate rule for states

By David Shepardson WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The U.S. Transportation Department said on Wednesday it plans to rescind a cli...

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Researchers share detailed air quality data as questions linger over toxic chemicals

Researchers contributing to the ASCENT network of air quality sensors observed spikes in lead and chlorine downwind from...

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Family claims negligence at Willow Birthing Center

A family is planning to file a lawsuit against Willow Birthing Center after their baby died following a prolonged labor ...

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COMPETITION: Win an annual membership to gym and spa at Redworth Hall Hotel

Take a step toward your wellness goals this year with Redworth Hall Hotel and The Northern Echo with our exclusive compe...

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Metropolitan Water District votes to replace top manager after investigation into sexism allegations

The Metropolitan Water District's board voted to replace its top manager, offering a legal settlement to Adel Hagekhalil...

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Frost-fighting apples: Michigan’s native tree may hold the key to climate resilience

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM In the forests of Michigan, a small, bitter apple may hold the secret to protecting...

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A second chance at triplets for Big Bear bald eagles Jackie and Shadow

Friends of Big Bear Valley, responsible for webcams that provide 24-hour eagle access, posted footage of the arrival of ...

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First Alert Weather: Temperatures will be up and down for the rest of the week

CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn is calling for sunny skies and a high of 37 on Thursday....

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Navigating the Nuclear Landscape: Understanding Thailand’s Laws and Approach

Amid growing calls for Thailand to embrace small nuclear power projects as a viable alternative to traditional energy so...

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IEA comes under pressure from former oil market chief to cut energy transition focus

By Valerie Volcovici WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The International Energy Agency's former oil industry and market chief critic...

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Everything you need to know about LA County's free fire debris removal program

Phase 1 has started, but not without controversy. Phase 2 is optional, and residents can choose the contractor they want...

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Central Community College honored for outstanding climate actons

CCC training students for one of the fastest-growing career fields....

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Majority of US Senate votes to confirm Zeldin as EPA head

By Valerie Volcovici WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The U.S. Senate on Wednesday voted 56-42 to confirm former Republican Congres...

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N$10 000 reward offered in mass Cape Cormorant killings investigation

A reward of N$10 000 is being offered for information about the culprits suspected of deliberately running over a flock ...

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Updated database details pollution risks for students nationwide

Researchers at the University of Massachusetts Amherst Political Economy Research Institute (PERI) today published the u...

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Sedona hikers rescued after snow storm covers trail path

Two hiking groups were rescued as snow fell in Sedona on Tuesday afternoon, the Yavapai County Sheriff's Office said....

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Afghan refugee in Concord worries about Trump's order to freeze resettlement funds

Assad, an Afghan refugee now living in Concord, had been receiving help from a resettlement agency. But now, that money ...

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Ice in the sky: Thailand's fight against air pollution

Flying through Bangkok's cloudless blue skies, a small aircraft sprays a white mist over a thick haze of pea soup smog b...

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The oceanic plate between Arabian and Eurasian continental plates is breaking away

An international research team led by the University of Göttingen has investigated the influence of the forces exerted...