Lessons from Cyclone Gaja: how to limit the impact of extreme weather in developing countries
As global warming intensifies violent weather events, the most vulnerable countries affected need help to respond more effectively.
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For many island species, the next tropical cyclone may be their last
Species-rich islands are in the crosshairs of stronger storms as the climate crisis escalates.
Climate change isn’t just making cyclones worse, it’s making the floods they cause worse too – new research
Rising populations and a warming climate mean storm surges from super cyclones are likely to affect increasing numbers of vulnerable people.
The Atlantic is at risk of circulation collapse – it would mean even greater climate chaos across Europe
Expect more extremes and a range of ‘surprises’ to exacerbate the climate emergency.
Brexit will hit Britain’s overseas territories hard – why is no one talking about it?
It’s not all money laundering and snorkels: by ignoring these remnants of empire, UK is shoring up trouble down the line.
How to police ‘digital wildfires’ on social media
Viral posts don’t always tell the truth -– so how can we stop them spreading?
Why naming storms is a risky business
Naming storms, streets or buildings is complicated because names are not just benign words. They are powerful cultural workhorses.
Nepal‑Tibet floods: when disaster strikes before communities recover from previous climate extremes, crisis escalates
Recovery time between climate disasters makes a huge difference to the consequences affecting local people.
Was the freak ‘medicane’ storm that devastated Libya a glimpse of North Africa’s future?
Climate models suggest North Africa will get drier in future. But its caves tell a different story.
How a crisis of truth is putting US electoral system under stress
The US is experiencing a crisis of truth during the election campaign which is adding to public tension.
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