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Last La Nina cycle ended in May, taking its cooling effects with it, reports WMO

The fascinating history of how Nairobis informal settlements were named after what afflicts them Firstpost 3 hours ago The Conversation © Provided by Firstpost The fascinating history of how Nairobis informal settlements were named after what afflicts them By Melissa Wanjiru-Mwita In Kenya’s capital city, Nairobi, it is estimated that over 70 percent of the population live in informal settlements. Many of these have a history rooted in colonial policies whereby the “A...

Climate change causes more than 100,000 heat-related deaths per year, finds study

US, EU representatives urge countries to take a greener stand during South Korea's virtual climate summit

The curious case of Spotify India's Radar: What it takes for an indie artist to be featured on the coveted programme

Humans can live up to 150 years if we get rid of all our stress, finds study Firstpost 2 days ago FP Trending © Provided by Firstpost Humans can live up to 150 years if we get rid of all our stress, finds study Researchers have said that if the usual stressors are eliminated, human beings can live up to 150 years. The loss of resilience has been found to be the reason for death in absence of other obvious reasons, like murder, cancer or fatal accidents. As Scientific Ameri...

Ford estimates 40 percent of its global vehicle sales will come from EVs by 2030

China's Zhurong rover begins its 90-day exploration of Utopia Planitia on Mars

The joy of Eurovision fashion: Vegas-style silver, campy aesthetic, and above all, fun, feel-good style Firstpost 2 hours ago The New York Times © Provided by Firstpost The joy of Eurovision fashion: Vegas-style silver, campy aesthetic, and above all, fun, feel-good style It is an uncomfortable reality of the modern communal spectacle that more often than not, when it comes to a major award show or performance extravaganza or even sporting event, marketing has overwhelmed p...

WHO will set up data hub in Berlin to anticipate and respond to future pandemic threats