TL;DRWeekly climate news includes plans to cut back on renewable energy, efforts to weaken the EU Emissions Trading System, and an increase in coral bleaching.
TL;DRA planned luxury resort by Trump's son-in-law, Kushner, on the Albanian coast is facing difficulties due to protests, corruption allegations, and investigations. The Albanian government is under pressure because of these circumstances.
TL;DRAt least 41 people have died in Assam, India, due to severe monsoon floods. The flooding has inundated homes and roads, and rescue teams are searching for survivors.
TL;DRAllotment gardens can reduce ambient temperatures by several degrees, gaining significance particularly in urban areas. They also function as carbon sinks.
TL;DRThe chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, Karim Khan, has been dismissed following an allegation of sexual abuse. Meanwhile, wildfires are threatening the major city of Bordeaux in southwestern France.
TL;DRA minute of silence was observed in Venezuela to commemorate the victims of an earthquake that occurred one month prior. The disaster resulted in thousands of casualties.
TL;DRThe WHO has reported a 57 percent increase in forest fires across Europe within the last four years. This rise is associated with growing health consequences for affected regions.
TL;DRFlamingos are returning to a significant breeding ground in Turkey after a period of drought and overuse. The country's second-largest lake, which had nearly dried up, is showing signs of recovery.
TL;DRThe Russian central bank has lowered its key interest rate to 14 percent to support the economy. At the same time, an increased inflation risk is anticipated.
TL;DRGermany now has more than 200,000 charging points for electric vehicles. The industry association BDEW is calling for increased incentives to boost demand and for dependable tax benefits.