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Despite sweltering summer temperatures and high humidity, football fans arriving in Houston for the FIFA World Cup have shown remarkable enthusiasm, embraced the tournament atmosphere while adapted to the challenging weather conditions. Temperatures in the Texas city frequently climb above 35°C during the day, with humidity making it feel even hotter. Organizers and local authorities […]

Weather agencies are forecasting the development of moderate to strong El Niño conditions during India’s monsoon season, a climate pattern that often disrupts rainfall across the subcontinent. El Niño occurs when surface waters in the central and eastern Pacific Ocean become unusually warm, altering global weather systems. Historically, several of India’s weaker monsoon years have

Australia has the potential to transform itself from one of the world’s largest exporters of coal and natural gas into a global leader in renewable energy, according to the incoming president of the next UN climate summit. With some of the world’s best solar and wind resources, the country is well positioned to produce large

What if the plastic bottles, packaging, and discarded containers piling up around the world could become a source of clean energy? Scientists have developed an innovative method that transforms plastic waste into hydrogen fuel using sunlight and advanced photocatalysts. Instead of sending plastics to landfills or allowing them to pollute oceans and ecosystems, the process

Scientists have identified a previously unknown tree genus belonging to the nightshade family, a remarkable plant group best known for crops such as potatoes, tomatoes, eggplants, and peppers. The discovery is unusual because most members of this family are herbs, shrubs, or small plants, while the newly classified genus consists of trees that can grow

What began as sustainability initiatives in individual neighborhoods is now helping drive a broader environmental transformation across Nairobi. Kenya’s capital is increasingly embracing green urban development through projects focused on improved public transport, waste management, urban tree planting, water conservation, and climate-resilient infrastructure. As one of Africa’s fastest-growing cities, Nairobi faces challenges such as air

Biodegradable plastics are often promoted as an environmentally friendly alternative to conventional plastics, but scientists say their real-world impact is far more complicated. While these materials are designed to break down more quickly than traditional plastics, many require specific industrial composting conditions—such as high temperatures, controlled humidity, and specialized microbes—to degrade effectively. When disposed of

What was once considered a by-product of chocolate production is gaining new attention as researchers and innovators discover ways to turn cocoa bean shells into valuable resources. Cocoa bean shells make up roughly 10–20% of the cocoa bean’s weight and are generated in large quantities by the global chocolate industry. Traditionally used as low-value animal

China’s leading solar manufacturers are rapidly expanding into the battery storage sector as slowing demand and falling prices squeeze profits in the solar panel industry. Years of aggressive investment have created a surplus of solar manufacturing capacity, driving panel prices to record lows and intensifying competition among producers. In response, many of the country’s largest

Plans to expand major data centre operations in Cape Town are facing growing opposition from environmental groups concerned about their impact on local resources and ecosystems. Critics argue that large data centres require substantial amounts of electricity and water for cooling and operations, placing additional pressure on a region already vulnerable to drought and energy