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AI data center water consumption could reach 644 billion liters by 2030, but targeted measures may limit this. Companies like Nvidia are using closed-loop cooling, which can reduce water use to near zero but may require more electricity.
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The Kremlin has not ruled out new peace talks with Kyiv and Washington, with a phone call between Putin and Trump being possible. This follows meetings between American envoys and Putin in Moscow and Zelenskyy in Kyiv.
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Heatwaves and fires are worsening air pollution, according to a report by the World Meteorological Organization. Fine dust from wildfires is more problematic than from other sources and can increase health risks. Rising temperatures also promote the formation of ground-level ozone, which damages respiratory systems and ecosystems.
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The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is again hearing a case concerning German arms exports to Israel, following Nicaragua's accusation of Germany aiding genocide. In July 2024, the ICJ rejected Nicaragua's urgent request for an immediate arms embargo.
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Building with wood could lead to more affordable housing in Europe, with wooden houses costing up to 25 percent less than traditional buildings. The wood construction industry is growing globally and in Europe by an average of 10 percent annually.
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A study predicts a 39% increase in forest fires in Europe with 1.8°C warming, and a 192% increase with 3.6°C warming. Considering socioeconomic factors can limit this rise, while local measures and adapted vegetation are crucial for mitigation.
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The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) states that forest and bush fires increase exposure to toxic fine dust and ground-level ozone, causing health damage even far from the fire sites. The number of fires with heavy smoke has tripled globally since the 1990s.
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Water temperatures in the North and Baltic Seas this summer were 15.6 and 17.2 degrees Celsius respectively, significantly above the long-term average. This can lead to drastic habitat changes, the spread of non-native species, and increased sea levels.
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An election victory by the AfD has triggered international reactions. Christian Feld of ARD Brussels reports on the waves this success is creating outside of Germany.
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International media view the AfD's electoral success in Saxony-Anhalt as a consequence of federal politics and Chancellor Friedrich Merz's unpopularity. Negative impacts for Europe are also feared.
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