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Winemakers across Europe face the challenges of climate change

France 24

Winemakers across Europe face the challenges of climate change

Winegrowers in France are harvesting their grapes unusually early this season because of the effects of climate change. While the rising global temperatures offer a new chance for winemakers in northern and Scandinavian countries, experts…

France 24

California lost 1.3M Joshua trees in 2020 Dome Fire; new software aids recovery

California lost 1.3M Joshua trees in 2020 Dome Fire; new software aids recovery

California scientists developed digital tools to map fire damage in the Mojave National Preserve. These new software programs help park managers focus restoration work on vulnerable desert plants. The tools assist in assessing post-fire…

Fourteen firefighting aircraft battle wildfire in Guarda district

Fourteen firefighting aircraft battle wildfire in Guarda district

By 5pm today, a wildfire that broke out at 1.40pm in Vila Ruiva, in the northern borough of Fornos de Algodres, was being tackled by 14 firefighting aircraft and over The post Fourteen firefighting aircraft battle wildfire in Guarda…

We don’t understand why AI goes rogue, a Kiwi scientist is helping change that

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We don’t understand why AI goes rogue, a Kiwi scientist is helping change that

One problem with AI is becoming clearer and more urgent by the day: we don’t understand what we’re building.

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The Hindu

Greek Mayor among three charged over wildfire near Athens

Giannis Apostolou, Mayor of the small town of Stylida around 140 kilometres northwest of the capital, owns an electrical installation company linked to the wind farm.

The Hindu

In 1898, Chesapeake Bay was full of oyster, now 99% are gone

In 1898, Chesapeake Bay was full of oyster, now 99% are gone

The unexpected stumble upon a pair of dentures adorned with an oyster unveils a glimpse into the Chesapeake Bay's vibrant past. Once, these oysters played a crucial role in maintaining water clarity, cleansing it in mere days. Sadly, years…

AllAfrica

Nigeria: Women Lead Campaign Against Open Defecation in Abuja

[This Day] Abuja -- Women leaders from 16 communities in Kundu Ward of Kwali Area Council, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), have launched a community-driven campaign aimed at ending open defecation and improving hygiene practices across…

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Mushroom that causes 'tiny people' visions traced to one species

Mushroom that causes 'tiny people' visions traced to one species

A groundbreaking discovery reveals that a unique mushroom species, Lanmaoa asiatica, is linked to vivid hallucinations involving tiny figures experienced by communities far and wide. Despite lacking known psychoactive substances upon…

Plastic Removed from Amazonian Rivers Turned into Construction Material

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Plastic Removed from Amazonian Rivers Turned into Construction Material

Plastic waste removed from Amazonian rivers has found a new destination in Bel�m, the capital of Par�, where it is turned into aggregate used to manufacture construction components. The technology, developed by Par�-based startup FlexStone…

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Greenpeace urges rethink on Algarve coastal development

Greenpeace urges rethink on Algarve coastal development

Environmental group urges halt to new developments in erosion-prone areas as climate change and rising seas threaten Portugal’s coastline Greenpeace Portugal has called for a moratorium on new tourism developments The post Greenpeace urges…