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Europe's 2025 wildfire season, the worst on record, saw over 1 million hectares burned across Spain, Portugal, and the Mediterranean. Research from World Weather Attribution shows climate change made extreme heat and dry conditions 30-40 times more likely, intensifying fires by up to 30%, causing fatalities, mass evacuations, and damage to protected habitats.
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Prince Harry returned to the UK on the third anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's death, laying flowers at her grave and attending charity events. He privately met King Charles for the first time in over a year, amid ongoing family strains. His brother Prince William was engaged elsewhere, deepening the rift.
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Recent studies show Europe’s summer heatwaves caused over 24,000 deaths in 2024, with 68% linked to climate change. Elderly populations are most affected, and wildfires intensified by rising temperatures have worsened health impacts. Experts warn urgent action is needed to adapt infrastructure and reduce risks.
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The latest 2026 rankings show Hong Kong universities improving their positions, driven by research investment, while UK institutions face decline amid funding pressures. Asian universities, led by China, continue to surge, with US rankings slipping for the first time in years. The rankings reflect changing global higher education dynamics.
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Recent studies show that the Paris Agreement has significantly reduced projected heat extremes, with the world now on track for 2.6°C warming by 2100, down from 4°C. Despite this, heat-related risks and inequalities persist, especially for small, ocean-dependent nations facing the largest increases in dangerous heat days.
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Recent weather events in Mexico, including floods and landslides, are driven by climate change, which has increased the frequency and severity of such disasters. Authorities warn that gaps in early warning systems hinder effective response, risking more lives and economic damage amid worsening extreme weather.
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Hurricane Melissa, one of the strongest on record, has caused at least 79 deaths across Jamaica, Haiti, Cuba, and the Dominican Republic. The storm, initially a Category 5, has weakened but remains destructive, prompting international aid and evacuations. Damage assessments are ongoing, with widespread infrastructure destruction reported.
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Hurricane Melissa, the most powerful storm to hit Jamaica, caused widespread devastation with winds up to 185 mph on October 28. Scientists confirm climate change intensified the storm’s wind speeds by 7% and rainfall by 16%, making such events more frequent and severe. The hurricane caused at least 61 deaths and damages estimated at one-third of Jamaica’s GDP, highlighting urgent climate adaptation and finance needs.
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Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm with 185 mph winds, struck Jamaica last week, causing at least 19 deaths and widespread destruction. Relief efforts are ongoing, with US and local agencies delivering aid. Damage assessments are underway as the country prepares for recovery and rebuilding.