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Offshore wind initiatives encounter financial challenges and pose a threat to President Biden’s clean energy objectives.

WASHINGTON —  The recent cancellation of two major offshore wind projects in New Jersey is another obstacle for the emerging U.S. offshore wind sector. This puts at risk the Biden administration’s plans to generate electricity for 10 million homes through…

The World Bank is set to hold a Climate Loss and Damage Fund, despite some concerns being raised.

On Saturday, countries made progress in establishing a fund to aid impoverished nations affected by climate disasters, despite concerns from developing countries and the US. The formation of a “loss and damage” fund at the United Nations climate talks in…

Using cover crops can benefit the climate and environment, but the majority of farmers do not utilize them.

DES MOINES, Iowa —  Known as cover crops, they are considered the top priority for U.S. farmers, as they are believed to promote soil health, aid in environmental conservation, and combat climate change. Despite receiving incentives and encouragement for several…

India’s capital city, New Delhi, has once again been enveloped in a toxic haze, making it the world’s most polluted city.

NEW DELHI —  On Friday, a dense blanket of poisonous haze engulfed New Delhi, the capital of India. As a result, certain schools were instructed to shut down due to the air quality index dropping to the alarming “severe” level….

A small moon has been found orbiting an asteroid by a spacecraft from NASA.

CAPE CANAVERAL, FLORIDA —  The small asteroid that was visited by NASA’s Lucy spacecraft this week held a major surprise for researchers. Upon further investigation, it has been discovered that the asteroid Dinkinesh has a small companion known as a…

The report states that there has been a decrease in vaping among high school students in the US this year.

NEW YORK —  According to the government’s report on Thursday, there has been a decrease in the number of high school students who are vaping this year. According to a poll, 10% of students in high school reported using electronic…

Colombia is aiming to control the population of hippos through sterilization, relocation, and euthanasia.

BOGOTA, Colombia —  The government of Colombia announced on Thursday that they will attempt to manage their population of over 100 hippopotamuses. These animals are descendants of those that were unlawfully brought into the country by the notorious drug lord,…

The United Nations agency states that the climate crisis is causing a worldwide health crisis.

geneva —  According to a recent report from the U.N. weather agency, climate change poses a risk of undoing the advancements made in improving health and well-being, especially for the most susceptible communities. The World Meteorological Organization released their yearly…

The United States advocates for worldwide safeguards against potential dangers presented by artificial intelligence.

WASHINGTON —  On Wednesday, Vice President Kamala Harris of the United States stated that it is the responsibility of leaders to safeguard individuals from the potential hazards of artificial intelligence. She is spearheading the Biden administration’s efforts to establish a…

The number of disease outbreaks in Sudan is increasing due to the breakdown of the healthcare system.

GENEVA —  The World Health Organization cautions that Sudan, a country torn by war, is experiencing an increase in disease outbreaks, malnutrition, and non-communicable diseases. This is having a devastating impact on the millions of individuals who have been displaced…