Punjab Tackles Smog Crisis with Joint China Collaboration

Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz announced a groundbreaking initiative to combat Punjab’s escalating smog crisis by forming a joint working group with China. Speaking at a climate change session in Shanghai, she emphasized the importance of adopting China’s innovative approach to tackling environmental challenges. This partnership, coined the Beijing-Lahore working group, aims to revolutionize environmental policies …

Frequent Solar Superflares Could Threaten Earth, Study Warns

Scientists have uncovered alarming evidence that solar superflares, massive explosions of energy from the Sun, occur far more often than previously believed. These powerful outbursts could unleash devastating radiation storms capable of impacting life and technology on Earth. The study emphasizes the urgency of preparing for potential solar tantrums that could disrupt critical infrastructure and …

Nickel Mining for Electric Vehicles Threatens Lives and Ecosystems in Indonesia

The race for a greener future, fueled by the global demand for electric vehicles (EVs), has turned Indonesia’s rich nickel reserves into a vital resource. However, the cost of mining this critical mineral is devastating for local communities and the environment. The extraction of nickel in Indonesia is causing deforestation, water pollution, and severe disruptions …

2024 Emerges as the Hottest Year on Record

The planet faces an alarming milestone as 2024 is almost certain to be the hottest year on record, with an average global temperature exceeding 1.5°C above preindustrial levels. This development underscores the urgency for ambitious climate action to combat the escalating climate crisis. Record-Breaking Global Temperatures According to the EU’s Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S), …

Cold Wave Grips Karachi as Temperatures Dip to 11°C

Karachiites are finally experiencing a long-awaited cold wave. Temperatures in the city have dropped to 11°C, bringing a taste of winter. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), the city’s temperature is expected to remain between 10-12°C. Northeasterly winds blowing at 8 kilometers per hour, coupled with 36% humidity, are contributing to the cold spell. …

Storm Darragh Brings Red Weather Warning for UK, Ireland

The UK and the Republic of Ireland are bracing for Storm Darragh, which is set to bring damaging winds of up to 90mph. The storm has prompted the Met Office to issue a severe red weather warning for parts of the UK. The warning highlights a “danger to life” due to high winds, with flying …

Cold Wave Hits Sindh and Balochistan, Temperature Drops Across Regions

KARACHI: A “mild cold wave” is expected to hit Sindh from today (Saturday), as winter weather begins to take hold across the country, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD). The cold wave will cause a significant drop in nighttime temperatures in various parts of the southern province. Temperature Drop in Sindh In the upper …

7.0 Earthquake Shakes Northern California, Tsunami Warning Canceled

A powerful 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Northern California near Humboldt County, triggering a tsunami warning that was later canceled. The quake, one of the largest in recent years, caused widespread tremors, rattling communities and highlighting the region’s seismic vulnerability. Earthquake Details and Epicenter The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) reported the earthquake occurred …

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