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The eruption of the Anak Krakatau volcano led to the closure of eight airports in Indonesia, resulting in over 2,300 canceled flights affecting more than 268,000 passengers. Schools in affected regions are switching to remote learning.
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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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Nepal is observing a national day of mourning following a flash flood on August 26th in the Nepalese-Tibetan border region. The event, likely caused by a glacial collapse, resulted in nearly 1,400 deaths and over 5,000 people are still missing.
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Typhoon remnants caused flooding in Japan, resulting in one fatality in Iwaki. Evacuation orders were issued, and the second-highest warning level was declared for parts of Fukushima, Chiba, and Saitama.
Global EconomyClimate ChangeWeather & Natural Disasters
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The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) predicts with almost 100% certainty that El Niño will continue until February 2027. This weather phenomenon, which raises global temperatures, could intensify further and have far-reaching climatic impacts until 2027, including droughts and floods.
Research & DiscoveriesClimate ChangeWeather & Natural Disasters
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The Mediterranean Sea reached an average temperature of 28.54°C on August 13, the highest value recorded since 1940. This confirms a summer of record temperatures both in the sea and on mainland Spain.
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Turkey plans to privatize the two Bosphorus bridges and eight highways for 30 years, with ownership remaining with the state. The awarding of operating rights is expected to be completed by the end of 2031.
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The eruption of the Anak Krakatau volcano in Indonesia led to the cancellation of over 200 flights in Jakarta. The ash cloud reached an altitude of 15,000 meters.
Local PoliticsHousing & Urban DevelopmentTransport Policy
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A new bike path in Ettlingen features lights that cannot be switched on due to a lack of permits and environmental concerns. Responsibility for activating the lighting remains unclear.
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Four German states are calling for increased federal investment in inland navigation infrastructure and support for ships capable of operating in low water. They argue that waterway maintenance is lagging behind needs, while road and rail receive greater funding.
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