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The Global Crisis of Water Depletion and Contamination, Part 5 of a Multi-part Series

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The Global Crisis of Water Depletion and Contamination, Part 5 of a Multi-part Series

According to the World Resources Institute, the combined effects of population growth, climate change, and freshwater contamination are putting significant stress on aquifers. The United Nations forecasts that Egypt will encounter severe water shortages by 2025. Additionally, a recent study suggests that Australia could face ‘megadroughts’ lasting for more than 20 years in the future. April 2024 w

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Climate in Crisis: Mother Nature’s Urgent Warnings and Escalating Disasters, Part 6 of a Multi-part Series

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Climate in Crisis: Mother Nature’s Urgent Warnings and Escalating Disasters, Part 6 of a Multi-part Series

“The heat has caused the deaths of at least 125 people in Mexico so far this year.” In June 2024, extreme heat in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, wreaked havoc during the sacred Islamic Hajj pilgrimage. “Temperatures at the great mosque have exceeded 50 (degrees) Celsius this week. The figures are hard to confirm, but it’s feared that hundreds of people may have died as a result.” Hotter air can hold more mo

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Climate in Crisis: Mother Nature’s Urgent Warnings and Escalating Disasters, Part 5 of a Multi-part Series

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Climate in Crisis: Mother Nature’s Urgent Warnings and Escalating Disasters, Part 5 of a Multi-part Series

Humanity has entered dangerous new territory. The unprecedented heat has helped fuel disasters around the world. And still, temperatures continue to rise. The US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced that July 2024 was the hottest ever recorded and was the 14th consecutive month in which a global heat record had been set. In June 2024, an immense heat dome covered most o

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The Global Crisis of Water Depletion and Contamination, Part 4 of a Multi-part Series

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The Global Crisis of Water Depletion and Contamination, Part 4 of a Multi-part Series

Lake Chad, once one of Africa’s largest freshwater lakes, was equivalent in size to El Salvador, Israel, or Massachusetts. However, due to a warming climate, decreasing rainfall, and increasing demands from a growing population, Lake Chad has been shrinking dramatically over the last several decades. It’s estimated to have lost about 92 percent of its original size. As of April 2024, Cameroon, Cha

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Climate in Crisis: Mother Nature’s Urgent Warnings and Escalating Disasters, Part 4 of a Multi-part Series

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Climate in Crisis: Mother Nature’s Urgent Warnings and Escalating Disasters, Part 4 of a Multi-part Series

In early 2024, for the first time in recorded history, the average global temperature exceeded 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels, an event that was not supposed to happen for years. It was actually anticipated that this important threshold would only be reached in the next few years or the next decade. Rising global temperatures are causing more frequent and intense storms, droughts,

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The Global Crisis of Water Depletion and Contamination, Part 3 of a Multi-part Series

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The Global Crisis of Water Depletion and Contamination, Part 3 of a Multi-part Series

Civilization’s ancient lifelines, the rivers, are vanishing rapidly. Climate change poses dire consequences for these freshwater sources, impacting trade, transportation, and ecosystems. As global temperatures rise, evaporation and shifting weather patterns lead to reduced river water levels. The UN reports that human activity has significantly altered or depleted two-thirds of the world’s longest

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Animal-People Meat Consumption Fueling the Next Zoonotic Pandemic, Part 3 of a Multi-part Series

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Animal-People Meat Consumption Fueling the Next Zoonotic Pandemic, Part 3 of a Multi-part Series

In recent months, there have been several outbreaks of salmonella. Although symptoms vary, salmonella infections can be fatal. Such was the case in Canada in late 2023. In this salmonella outbreak, 190 people were infected, 68 were hospitalized, and nine people died. In early 2024, salmonella again broke out across the US. The CDC is expanding its warning about the risk of salmonella in charcuteri

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Climate Change Vulnerability in Developing Countries, Part 3 of a Multi-part Series

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Climate Change Vulnerability in Developing Countries, Part 3 of a Multi-part Series

According to a map provided by the Notre Dame Global Adaptation Initiative, several of the world’s developing nations are among the least polluting yet the most susceptible to climate-related risks. In Kenya alone, the death toll reached at least 154 people, with nearly half a million displaced. East Africa is grappling with its most severe drought in years, affecting approximately 40 million peop

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Animal-People Meat Consumption Fueling the Next Zoonotic Pandemic, Part 2 of a Multi-part Series

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Animal-People Meat Consumption Fueling the Next Zoonotic Pandemic, Part 2 of a Multi-part Series

The world is going through an outbreak of bird flu. It began in October 2021. Close to 153 million birds have been culled in the past two years alone. That’s right, Japan has killed over 17 million chickens this season. The virus can lead to severe pneumonia, so it’s very important to handle dead chickens infected with avian influenza with care. Japan has 26 prefectures or provinces. Bird flu has

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Animal-People Meat Consumption Fueling the Next Zoonotic Pandemic, Part 1 of a Multi-part Series

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Animal-People Meat Consumption Fueling the Next Zoonotic Pandemic, Part 1 of a Multi-part Series

From 2020-2024, more than 700 million people were infected with COVID-19 and more than seven million died. More than 200 zoonotic diseases are known to exist, and virtually all the epidemics and pandemics in the last century have been zoonotic. According to the World Economic Forum, zoonoses are responsible for approximately 2.5 billion cases of human illness and 2.7 million human deaths worldwide

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No Sweat: How to Stay Cool Without Air Conditioning and Reducing Environmental Footprint, Part 2 of 2

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No Sweat: How to Stay Cool Without Air Conditioning and Reducing Environmental Footprint, Part 2 of 2

Many solutions and innovations are being developed or implemented to improve the efficiency and sustainability of air conditioning. One is to phase out hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), the synthetic chemicals used as refrigerants in most air conditioners today. Another solution is to improve the design and maintenance of air conditioners to make them more energy-efficient and less prone to leaks. A thir

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No Sweat: How to Stay Cool Without Air Conditioning and Reducing Environmental Footprint, Part 1 of 2

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No Sweat: How to Stay Cool Without Air Conditioning and Reducing Environmental Footprint, Part 1 of 2

On today’s show, we’ll reveal the hidden costs of air conditioning and how it affects the climate and ecosystem. Remember, each one of us has the power to make a difference. Join us as we find out how air conditioning affects the planet and how we can change the situation for the better.Air conditioning can make us feel comfortable and productive when the weather is hot and humid. But it al

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Ecosystem Calamity: Climate Change and Pollution Threaten Biodiversity and Wildlife, Part 4 of a Multi-part Series

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Ecosystem Calamity: Climate Change and Pollution Threaten Biodiversity and Wildlife, Part 4 of a Multi-part Series

According to a United Nations report, one of every eight plant or animal-people species on Earth faces extinction. In addition, the rate at which species are disappearing is the highest in human history. “Facing multiple threats, including habitat loss, disease, and climate change, amphibians are the most threatened group of vertebrates in the world.” “As per the IUCN report, 41% of amphibians are

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Ecosystem Calamity: Climate Change and Pollution Threaten Biodiversity and Wildlife, Part 3 of a Multi-part Series

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Ecosystem Calamity: Climate Change and Pollution Threaten Biodiversity and Wildlife, Part 3 of a Multi-part Series

A comprehensive study by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF), a Shining World Compassion Award recipient, called the Living Planet Report 2022 confirms the rapid decline of Earth’s animal-people species. The results were alarming. The scientists discovered that an average population decline of 69% in all species occurred during the last half-century.Elizabeth Mrema, the Deputy Executive Director

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Climate Change Vulnerability in Developing Countries, Part 2 of a Multi-part Series

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Climate Change Vulnerability in Developing Countries, Part 2 of a Multi-part Series

Cyclone Freddy wreaked havoc across Malawi, Mozambique, Madagascar, and Zimbabwe, with Malawi being the most severely affected. Massive flooding and landslides in Malawi resulted in the tragic loss of over 1,200 lives, affecting more than 2.2 million people and displacing more than 659,000. This catastrophe ranks among the world’s costliest climate disasters of 2023. Southern Madagascar has always

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The Global Crisis of Water Depletion and Contamination, Part 2 of a Multi-part Series

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The Global Crisis of Water Depletion and Contamination, Part 2 of a Multi-part Series

The Amazon region has been hit by a record drought, causing waterways to dry up and impacting the lives of millions of people. But a study released this week found that human activities such as deforestation, cattle ranching and corporate farming have played a pivotal role in reducing the Earth’s capacity to retain water. Scientists cite the unprecedented death of river dolphins to make their case

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The Global Crisis of Water Depletion and Contamination, Part 1 of a Multi-part Series

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The Global Crisis of Water Depletion and Contamination, Part 1 of a Multi-part Series

Groundwater depletion is a pressing global concern, with hotspots existing in all continents. Countries such as the USA, Mexico, Iran, Chile, Spain, and China face substantial risks due to their heavy reliance on irrigated agriculture supported by rapidly dwindling aquifers, both domestically and through imports. In the United States, California is experiencing some of the world’s most rapid decli

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Ecosystem Calamity: Climate Change and Pollution Threaten Biodiversity and Wildlife, Part 2 of a Multi-part Series

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Ecosystem Calamity: Climate Change and Pollution Threaten Biodiversity and Wildlife, Part 2 of a Multi-part Series

Climate change is rapidly becoming one of the most dangerous threats to biodiversity and wildlife on our planet. By the end of 2023, the ocean temperature had risen to its highest level in recorded history. And this year has seen a record melt, leading to a catastrophic loss of chicks. Scientists reported that, out of the 66 penguin-people colonies across the continent, 19 failed to breed either p

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Climate in Crisis: Mother Nature’s Urgent Warnings and Escalating Disasters, Part 3 of a Multi-part Series

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Climate in Crisis: Mother Nature’s Urgent Warnings and Escalating Disasters, Part 3 of a Multi-part Series

During January 2024, the United States reported several crippling and unprecedented weather incidents. Tornadoes, ice, snow. One of the USA’s most surprising weather events was an extreme cold front that swept across the nation in mid-January. About 150 million US residents were under a wind chill warning or advisory for dangerous cold and wind. The storm killed dozens of people throughout the US,

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Climate Change Vulnerability in Developing Countries, Part 1 of a Multi-part Series

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Climate Change Vulnerability in Developing Countries, Part 1 of a Multi-part Series

Studies have shown that despite contributing little to greenhouse gas emissions, developing countries are especially vulnerable to the effects of global warming, often leading to humanitarian crises. His Excellency António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, noted that Somalia is one of the victims of climate change. “Somalia contributes 0.003% of the emissions that cause climate ch

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Find out the many ways to protect and care for the precious resources of our beautiful planetary home. Each and every one of us can make a difference in preserving our environment and the Earth.