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SC Guidelines on Speedy Disposal of Criminal Cases Against MPs and MLAs

November 10, 2023

The Supreme Court of India has issued comprehensive guidelines aimed at expediting the resolution of criminal cases against Members of Parliament (MPs) and Members of Legislative Assemblies (MLAs). This significant decision stems from a plea filed by advocate Ashwini Kumar ..

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Japan Gets New Island After Volcanic Eruption

November 10, 2023

Japan, known for its stunning landscapes and geological activity, has recently witnessed the birth of another island in its archipelago. This phenomenon occurred due to a series of volcanic eruptions near Iwoto Island in the Ogasawara island chain, showcasing the ..

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Mount St. Helens Seismic Activity

November 10, 2023

Recent reports from the US Geological Survey (USGS) have drawn attention to a series of earthquakes occurring beneath Mount St. Helens, raising questions about the volcanic activity in the region. Unprecedented Earthquake Activity Since mid-July this year, approximately 400 earthquakes ..

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Devastating Floods Displace Thousands in Somalia and Neighboring Nations

November 10, 2023

Somalia, Kenya, and Ethiopia have been grappling with a dire humanitarian crisis as they face one of the worst floods in decades. With at least 29 lives lost and more than 300,000 people forced to evacuate their homes, the situation ..

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FDA Approves Valneva’s Chikungunya Vaccine for At-Risk Adults

November 10, 2023

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given its approval to Valneva’s single-shot vaccine, known as Ixchiq, for individuals aged 18 and older who face an increased risk of exposure to the chikungunya virus. This approval marks a significant ..

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Pit Latrines: Unique Microbial Ecosystems with Environmental Implications

November 10, 2023

A recent study published in the journal PLOS Water sheds light on the microbial communities within pit latrines, revealing their distinct nature compared to human microbiomes and other treatment facilities. Here are the key findings and implications. Pit Latrines and ..

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Climate Change Drastically Increases Drought Likelihood in Middle East

November 10, 2023

A new report reveals that climate change has made the three-year extreme drought in Syria, Iraq, and Iran significantly more likely. Increased Likelihood Climate change has made the extreme drought about 25 times more likely in Syria and Iraq, and ..

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State of Climate Services, 2023

November 10, 2023

A report from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has highlighted the insufficient preparedness of the health sector to safeguard people from the impacts of heat and extreme weather events, even as the frequency of such events is expected to increase. ..

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Global Landscape of Climate Finance 2023

November 10, 2023

Climate finance flows have doubled compared to previous years, reaching an average annual flow of $1.3 trillion in 2021 and 2022, according to a recent analysis by the Climate Policy Initiative (CPI). However, these funds have been distributed unevenly across ..

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WHO and ILO: Sun Exposure at Work a Major Factor in Skin Cancer Deaths

November 10, 2023

A significant and growing burden of non-melanoma skin cancer is affecting outdoor workers, with nearly one-third of non-melanoma skin cancer deaths attributed to working in the sun, as reported by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Labour Organization ..

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