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Two Killed in French Alps Rockfall Tragedy Near Chamonix
Two people died and two were injured when a rockfall caused by a landslide struck their vehicle on the N205 highway between Passy and Chamonix in the French Alps. The victims were a young couple in their twenties, while the...
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Europe's Wildfire Crisis: 354,000 Hectares Burnt in 2025
Europe faces a severe wildfire crisis with 354,000 hectares burnt in 2025, more than double last year's area. The Mediterranean region is hardest hit, with climate change exacerbating fire conditions across the continent.
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Italian Glacier Melts So Severely That Measurements Must Now Be Remote
Italy's Ventina glacier has melted so severely that traditional ground measurements are no longer safe, forcing scientists to use drones and remote sensors. The glacier has retreated 1.7 km since 1895, with 431 meters lost in...
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Wildfires Spread to Eastern Canada, Thousands Evacuated
Wildfires have spread to eastern Canada, prompting evacuations and states of emergency in Newfoundland and Labrador and New Brunswick. The country faces one of its worst fire seasons on record, with over 75,000 square...
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Rising Zoonotic Disease Threats: Global Health Alert
Global health experts warn of increasing zoonotic disease risks due to climate change and habitat disruption. Current outbreaks include dengue, chikungunya and mpox, with CDC issuing travel advisories. Prevention strategies...
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Urban EV Battery Swaps Speed Up Long-Distance Travel
Tokyo deploys 14 EV battery swap stations enabling 5-minute exchanges for commercial fleets. The initiative supports Japan's climate goals while NIO expands globally, aiming for 4,000 stations by 2025-end.