Pacific Islands Forum — South Pacific Leaders Convene on Climate Change and Regional Concerns
South Pacific leaders, including Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, recently convened in Aitutaki for a crucial meeting on climate change and regional concerns. The gathering was part of the annual Pacific Islands Forum, which culminated in a leaders’ retreat on Aitutaki. One of the significant concerns that dominated the discussions was Japan's decision to release treated and diluted radioactive wastewater [...]
Hunting Hour Shifts – Cheetahs’ Battle for Survival in Changing Climates
Cheetahs, known as typical daytime hunters, have recently been spotted shifting their hunting hours to dawn and dusk during hotter weather. This shift in their hunting pattern has led to increased conflicts with nocturnal predators like lions and leopards. These intriguing behavior patterns of large carnivore species and their dynamics are reportedly affected by changes in temperature, as revealed in [...]
Climate Change Poster Collection of the Day – Climate Resilience Infrastructure
Today's Climate Change Poster Collection focuses on Climate resilience infrastructure, a critical concept in the discussion of climate change, referring to a system's ability to endure and recover from natural hazards that are intensified by climate change. This resilience has three main aspects: preparation, adaptation, and recovery. Investing in climate-resilient construction can prove to be a cost-effective measure. Studies have [...]