South Korea has recorded its hottest temperature in more than a century, marking a historic moment as extreme heat continues to impact communities across the country. According to the Korea Meteorological Administration (KMA), the southeastern city of Yangsan recorded a staggering 42.5°C on Sunday afternoon, the highest temperature documented since national weather records began over […]
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Heatwaves are no longer rare weather events. They are becoming one of the biggest public health challenges of our time. Across Europe and many other parts of the world, record-breaking temperatures are becoming increasingly common, leading to rising hospital admissions, severe health complications, and tragic loss of life. On June 30, 2026, the World Health […]
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Bangkok is enduring an intense and potentially life-threatening heatwave after the city’s heat index surged to a scorching 51.9°C, placing Thailand’s capital firmly in the “Danger” category and only a fraction below the highest warning level. Thai authorities have urged residents to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary outdoor activities, particularly between 11am and 3pm, when […]
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The world could soon face another wave of climate-related challenges as the United Nations’ weather agency warns that El Niño conditions are rapidly developing and are expected to strengthen in the coming months. According to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), there is now an 80 percent probability that El Niño will emerge between June and […]
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Brazil, the host of this year’s COP30 climate summit, urged nations to come together to reach a global climate deal as negotiations stretched beyond the conference’s scheduled end, with countries split over how to address fossil fuels. COP30 has been framed by Brazil as a critical moment for international climate cooperation, with organizers stressing the […]
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