Expert Defends Gov. Soludo’s Economic Data Against Criticism From Rights Activist
A legal scholar challenges human rights activist Chidi Odinkalu’s criticism of Gov. Chukwuma Soludo’s economic claims on Southeast Nigeria’s revenue contribution.
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Ghanaian Town Leads Climate Fight with Growing Use of Electric Motorbikes
In Bawku, northern Ghana, residents have embraced electric motorcycles as practical, affordable tools for reducing air pollution and promoting cleaner transport locally.
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NPR Disbands Dedicated Climate Desk, Integrates It into National Desk
NPR has dissolved its standalone climate team, folding its work into the broader National Desk, signaling a shift away from specialized environmental coverage.
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Mitsubishi, Tencent, and WWF Launch Coalition to Boost Carbon Credit Demand in Asia
A new coalition unites major Asian companies and environmental groups to increase voluntary carbon credit purchases, aiming for 10 million tons by 2030.
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U.S. Naval Blockade Halts Iranian Crude Oil Exports, Stranding Millions of Barrels Offshore
A U.S. naval blockade stopped all Iranian crude oil exports in May, leaving around 80 million barrels stranded and crippling Tehran’s sanctions evasion efforts.
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Adecoagro and Tether to Launch Bagasse-Powered Bitcoin Mining in Brazil
Adecoagro, majority-owned by Tether, plans to use renewable energy from sugarcane bagasse to power Bitcoin mining operations in Brazil, integrating agriculture with crypto mining.
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Ancient Earth experienced rapid climate shifts despite absence of polar ice, study reveals
New evidence shows that abrupt climate changes occurred during an ice-free period 83 million years ago, driven by shifts in Earth’s orbit rather than ice sheet dynamics.
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Climate Communication Must Shift Focus to Everyday Concerns to Build Political Momentum
A new book argues climate advocates must move beyond doom-filled rhetoric and tailor messages to resonate with diverse audiences to foster political progress on climate change.
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Major Fossil Fuel Corporations Back Becerra as California Governor Race Heats Up
As Xavier Becerra rises in California’s governor polls, large donations from fossil fuel firms and corporate groups aim to boost him and hinder climate advocate Tom Steyer.
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Majority of Americans Doubt Global Leaders Will Prevent Severe Climate Change Impacts
Most Americans express skepticism that the US and other nations will act effectively to avoid the worst effects of climate change, with Democrats showing growing pessimism.
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African Climate Delegates Prioritize Health Impact in Bonn Ahead of UN Talks
African negotiators stress the urgent need to integrate health concerns into climate action, highlighting climate change as a public health crisis across the continent.
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Russia and Kazakhstan Advance Nuclear Plant Deal Amid Uncertainty Over Financing
Russia agreed to back Kazakhstan’s $16 billion nuclear plant project, yet key financing details remain undisclosed as Kazakhstan balances cooperation with economic caution.