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🌍 AllAfrica
World

Africa: UN Weather Agency Warns of Record 'Climate Imbalance' As Planetary Warming Accelerates

The UN's weather agency warns of unprecedented 'climate imbalance' due to soaring greenhouse gas levels and record heat during the past decade.

Mar 23 • 08:21 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Water accumulation was recorded in various sectors of Guayaquil due to the end of the tide period

Guayaquil experienced water accumulation in various areas as a result of the end of the tide period and rising sea levels, causing flooding in high-traffic zones.

Mar 22 • 02:56 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Ditches dug to protect against sea invasion

Iceland has started digging ditches as a measure to protect coastal areas from sea intrusion.

Mar 21 • 15:20 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

What is the closest point on Earth to the Sun

A volcano in Ecuador, Chimborazo, is the closest point on Earth to the Sun, despite not being the highest mountain above sea level.

Mar 19 • 14:29 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Global Sea Levels Were Underrated. Study Shows the Real Scale of the Problem

A recent study reveals that global sea levels may be significantly higher than previously thought due to systematic underestimation in prior analyses.

Mar 18 • 04:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: Sea Levels Around Africa Are Rising Faster Than the Global Average - What's Behind This Alarming Trend

Sea levels around Africa are increasing at a rate faster than the global average due to climate change factors, posing serious risks to coastal communities.

Mar 17 • 12:33 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Cracks appear in Pacific nuclear tomb as sea levels rise

Runit Dome in the Marshall Islands is showing signs of structural failure due to rising sea levels, raising concerns about radioactive contamination.

Mar 14 • 23:35 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

One dead and more than 5,000 affected by flooding in Babahoyo: river recorded a historic level of 7.15 meters above sea level

In Babahoyo, Ecuador, severe flooding has affected over 5,000 families, with one confirmed fatality and historic river levels recorded at 7.15 meters above sea level.

Mar 13 • 00:40 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
World

In fact, the world's sea level was one meter higher; is the reason the scientific community's 'vertical divide'?

A study suggests that global sea level rise has been underestimated due to flawed methodologies adopted in the scientific community.

Mar 12 • 22:00 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Intense Melting of the Inland Ice Increases

The Greenland inland ice is experiencing increasingly frequent and intense melting periods, raising concerns about climate change and sea-level rise.

Mar 12 • 08:44 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Environment: No Miracle in the Baltic Sea

The Baltic Sea's water level dropped to a historic low in February 2023, but weather patterns prevented an influx of saltwater from the North Sea that could have improved the ecological situation.

Mar 11 • 13:52 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
World

"Blind Spot" Forces 132 Million to Flee

A new study highlights a transdisciplinary "blind spot" that could displace millions, with sea levels raising by up to 150 centimeters.

Mar 11 • 06:40 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

"We could see devastating impacts": The sea level along the planet's coasts is higher than previously thought

Recent studies indicate that global sea levels are rising faster than previously estimated, potentially leading to devastating consequences for coastal areas.

Mar 8 • 10:33 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Study Questions Sea Level Rise Projections; Threat May Be Greater Than Expected

A new study casts doubt on existing calculations of sea level rise, suggesting potential threats could be more severe than previously anticipated.

Mar 6 • 11:36 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

New study reveals that sea levels are already higher than previously thought

A new study shows that sea levels have been underestimated by scientists, placing millions more people at risk due to higher coastal waters than formerly estimated.

Mar 6 • 02:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

River Deltas: Here is the Flood Risk for Humanity Especially High

The article discusses the rising flood risks in river deltas around the world due to overlooked sea level rise and urban development.

Mar 5 • 16:10 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
World

Sea level significantly underestimated, which could threaten millions

A group of Dutch scientists warns that the number of people at risk from rising sea levels due to climate change is much greater than previously thought, as sea levels have been significantly underestimated.

Mar 5 • 15:43 UTC
🌍 Africanews
World

The sea is higher than we think: Millions more at risk of rising sea levels, researchers say

A new study reveals that millions more people may be at risk from rising sea levels due to underestimations of baseline coastal water heights by researchers and planners.

Mar 5 • 14:30 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Unexpected increase in sea level beyond predictions shows new research

A new study reveals that sea levels in coastal areas are up to two meters higher than previously believed, raising serious concerns for millions living in vulnerable communities.

Mar 5 • 08:55 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Antarctica Loses Ice Equivalent to Ten Cities Like Los Angeles

Scientists have created the first comprehensive mapping of Antarctica's glacier grounding lines, revealing that the loss of ice is equivalent to the size of ten cities like Los Angeles.

Mar 5 • 07:15 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Climate Change: Sea Level Rise Greater than Previously Estimated – Threat to Millions of People

A new study reveals that millions more people may be at risk from rising sea levels due to systematic underestimation by scientists and governments.

Mar 5 • 04:46 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

The sea level on the planet's coasts is higher than previously thought: "We could see devastating impacts"

Recent findings indicate that global sea levels are significantly higher than anticipated, raising concerns about the impacts on coastal regions.

Mar 4 • 16:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
World

Geosciences: Study: Sea Level at Coasts is Much Higher Worldwide Than Previously Assumed

A new study reveals that current sea levels at coasts are systematically underestimated, being on average over twenty centimeters higher than previously thought, with significant implications for potential flooding risks.

Mar 4 • 16:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

The most dangerous café in the world: hanging from a cliff 60 meters high

Cliff Coffee in Fujian, China, offers a daring coffee experience 60 meters above sea level, requiring customers to rappel down to the café.

Mar 4 • 11:41 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

They drilled into Antarctica and retrieved climate data from 23 million years ago

Scientists have discovered a geological record deep beneath the Antarctic ice that could reshape forecasts for future sea level rise.

Mar 3 • 06:38 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Hundreds of billions to protect shores from sea encroachment

The Danish government plans to invest nearly 300 billion Icelandic krónur to protect coastal areas from increasing sea levels as part of a climate adaptation strategy.

Feb 23 • 13:59 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

"860m Above Sea Level Steep Slope, Hard for People to Access"...Total Efforts to Extinguish the Fire in Hamyang on the Third Day

A large wildfire in Hamyang, South Korea, has continued for three days with significant challenges due to difficult terrain.

Feb 23 • 04:51 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

The lowering of the Baltic Sea level reveals a Swedish navy wreck from the 17th century

The dropping sea levels in the Baltic have exposed a 17th-century wreck of a Swedish ship in Stockholm, revealing significant archaeological findings.

Feb 21 • 08:00 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Preparing for a Major Flood: The Water Level in Plungė Sea Will Be Lowered

Hydrogreen plans to lower the water level in the Gondinga hydroelectric reservoir to mitigate flood risks this spring.

Feb 19 • 11:13 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

A 17th-century warship wreck has emerged in Stockholm as the water level has dropped unusually low

A 17th-century warship wreck has resurfaced in Stockholm due to an unusual drop in the Baltic Sea water levels.

Feb 17 • 14:47 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Why the sea flooded the ports: The rise in sea level, the moon, and the 'alarm'

Stormy winds have caused severe flooding in coastal areas and ports of Greece, leading to significant property damage.

Feb 17 • 06:56 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Soomere: Winter Water Exchange Will Be Beneficial for the Baltic Sea

Academician Tarmo Soomere emphasizes that the current drop in the Baltic Sea water level due to high pressure and east winds will ultimately be advantageous for the ecosystem.

Feb 16 • 19:16 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Are you a lover of heights? Discover the archaeological zone of El Tepozteco, located over 2,000 meters above sea level

The archaeological zone of El Tepozteco near Mexico City offers a unique cultural experience and breathtaking views, ideal for weekend trips.

Feb 14 • 17:15 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

VIDEO: Dive into the Doomsday Glacier Borehole in Antarctica and See What Lies There

A team of scientists has successfully drilled into Antarctica's Thwaites Glacier, nicknamed the 'Doomsday Glacier', revealing potentially alarming insights about climate change.

Feb 14 • 12:23 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

The hotel owner where Frida Karlsson found her Olympic form reveals the secret to gold

Frida Karlsson found the harmony she needed for the Olympics at a hotel high above sea level, where the owner shares insights about her stay and her preparation for success.

Feb 14 • 04:59 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Espeletia Lodge in Carchi: A Carnival Getaway 4,000 Meters Above Sea Level with Condors

Espeletia Lodge offers a serene escape amidst nature in Carchi, Ecuador, perfect for the carnival holiday.

Feb 13 • 15:05 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Record low level of the Baltic Sea may improve water quality

The article discusses how the record low level of the Baltic Sea could potentially lead to an improvement in water quality.

Feb 13 • 13:04 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
World

Wall Against the Flood: Scientists Reveal Plans to Prevent Doomsday Glacier Collapse

Scientists are implementing an ambitious plan to prevent the collapse of the rapidly melting Doomsday Glacier in Antarctica, which poses a severe threat to coastal cities and millions of people.

Feb 13 • 12:32 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The level of the Baltic Sea is unusually low, it hasn't been this low in 140 years

The Baltic Sea is experiencing its lowest water levels in 140 years, a concerning trend reported in Czechia.

Feb 13 • 11:08 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Scientists Want to Build a Huge Wall to Protect the Apocalypse Glacier

An international research team is proposing a Hollywood-style solution to protect the Thwaites Glacier in West Antarctica, which is at risk of collapse and could lead to significant environmental disaster.

Feb 13 • 07:04 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Enormous ice glacier is disappearing

A significant glacier in Norway is retreating rapidly, raising concerns about climate change impacts.

Feb 12 • 17:05 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Academic Soomere: The Baltic Sea has run dry but is preparing for a revitalizing breath

The water level of the Baltic Sea has dropped to its lowest point in 140 years, raising concerns among coastal residents, while also offering a rare opportunity to improve the sea's health.

Feb 10 • 08:19 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Wine Tourism in Animaná: Tastings, Guided Tours, and Gastronomy in a Boutique Winery at 1700 Meters Above Sea Level

A boutique winery in Animaná, Argentina, offers tastings and guided tours of its high-quality wines produced from a unique alpine terroir.

Feb 9 • 21:59 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Sports

The Olympic mission 1,600 meters above sea level: Have patience – and breathe

The article discusses the challenges that Swedish athletes face competing in biathlon events at high altitudes, particularly focusing on the upcoming Olympics in Antholz, Italy.

Feb 8 • 05:27 UTC
🇺🇸 New York Times
World

A First Look Below Antarctica’s Most Menacing Glacier

Scientists are investigating the melting of the Thwaites Glacier in Antarctica by attempting to install monitoring equipment beneath its ice.

Feb 7 • 21:08 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

The water level of the Baltic Sea has fallen to its lowest level in 140 years

The Baltic Sea water level has reached its lowest point since observations began in 1886, according to Deutsche Welle referencing the Leibniz Institute for Baltic Sea Research in Germany.

Feb 6 • 21:16 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
World

Scientists in the heart of the 'doomsday glacier'. They warn: time is running out

Researchers express urgent concerns over the Thwaites Glacier, which is significantly contributing to global sea level rise and could lead to catastrophic consequences if it continues to collapse.

Feb 6 • 08:03 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

South Korea-UK Joint Research Team Successfully Observes Ocean Below 934m Thick Thwaites Glacier in Antarctica

A joint research team from South Korea and the UK has successfully penetrated 934m of ice near the Thwaites Glacier grounding line in Antarctica to observe the ocean below, a critical area for potential glacial melting that may raise global sea levels significantly.

Feb 6 • 06:25 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

Scientists look inside the 'doomsday glacier'. How to stop the giant from collapsing?

The article discusses the efforts of British and Korean scientists in Antarctica, focusing on the Thwaites Glacier, its implications for global sea level rise, and the Seabed Anchored Curtain project aimed at stabilizing the glacier.

Feb 6 • 04:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

The scientist explained why Kaštela was particularly affected by the tide

Natalija Dunić from the Laboratory for Marine Physics explained the meteorological reasons behind the sea rise that caused extensive damage along the coast, especially in Dalmatia.

Feb 5 • 19:30 UTC

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