» Airing climate justice in Costa Rica on World Radio Day
13/02/25 12:00 from UN News
Quality radio remains ever universal, popular and more reliable in an era of artificial intelligence (AI) and social media, including in Costa Rica, where unique programming raises awareness and promotes public participation on climate d...
» Weatherwatch: Does Omaha really have a snow-melting forcefield?
13/02/25 06:00 from Weatherwatch | The Guardian
The science behind residents’ joke that the Oma-dome protects their city from snowstorms Residents of Omaha, Nebraska, jokingly claim their city has a forcefield called the Oma-dome protecting it from snowstorms. The Oma-dome was invoked...
» Flood mapping for disaster risk reduction: Obtaining high-resolution imagery to map and model flood risks in Dar es Salaam (Tanzania)
13/02/25 03:03 from PreventionWeb
This case study highlights the role drones can play in providing high-resolution and up-to-date imagery that is essential to the development of exposure maps and for modelling flood risks in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
» expert reaction to study looking at hormonal contraceptives and stroke and heart attack risk
12/02/25 23:40 from Science Media Centre » Briefings
A study published in the BMJ looks at hormonal contraceptives and the risk of heart attacks and strokes. Dr Sonya Babu-Narayan, … read more
» Fire consumes arena, circus and performing arts space in Igloolik, Nunavut
12/02/25 20:56 from Eye on the Arctic
By Emma Tranter A fire has destroyed the arena in Igloolik, Nunavut, along with an important community hub that houses a local
» Russia withdraws accreditation of Norwegian honorary consul Andrei Shalyov
12/02/25 20:27 from Eye on the Arctic
Russia’s Foreign Ministry in Moscow has withdrawn the exequatur and accreditation of Arkhangelsk citizen Andrei Shalyov. The move comes amid
» Isuarsivik recovery centre celebrates 30 years with plans to grow
12/02/25 19:59 from Eye on the Arctic
The Isuarsivik Regional Recovery Centre is celebrating 30 years this year with a mural and ambitions to expand across Nunavik.
» Kuwait Declaration for Disaster Risk Reduction
12/02/25 19:01 from PreventionWeb
The declaration reaffirms the urgent need to strengthen resilience across the Arab region in the face of increasing disaster risks.
» Flood direct damage assessment due to Typhoon Ulysses by satellite images
12/02/25 18:44 from PreventionWeb
This paper presents a method for rapid evaluation of direct flood damage using Google Earth Engine (GEE) for swift action in flood-related disaster response, recovery, and reconstruction.
» AI to help fight invasive fish in Norway
12/02/25 17:16 from Eye on the Arctic
By Elizaveta Vereykina The long-running war with humpback salmon in northern rivers is getting a high-tech upgrade. Artificial intelligence will help
» Unexpectedly, January 2025 was Earth’s hottest January on record
12/02/25 17:14 from Yale Climate Connections
January had not been expected to set a new record because of cool waters in the Eastern Pacific from a weak La Niña event. The post Unexpectedly, January 2025 was Earth’s hottest January on record appeared first on Yale Climate Connectio...
» expert reaction to study looking at once-weekly semaglutide in adults with alcohol use disorder
12/02/25 16:10 from Science Media Centre » Briefings
A study published in JAMA Psychiatry looks at the use of semaglutide in adults with alcohol use disorder. Dr Stephen Burgess, … read more
» International Conference on Nuclear and Radiological Emergencies: Building the Future in an Evolving World
12/02/25 15:20 from PreventionWeb
The purpose of the event is to foster an exchange of information and enhance global awareness of crucial emergency preparedness and response topics.
» Puerto Rico no debe quedarse en la oscuridad
12/02/25 15:14 from Yale Climate Connections
Desde el paso del Huracán Fiona por la isla en 2022, los residentes han sufrido más de 230 apagones, afectando la vida diaria, la educación y la atención médica. The post Puerto Rico no debe quedarse en la oscuridad appeared first on Yal...
» N.W.T.’s Deh Cho bridge fully reopened after $7M in repairs
12/02/25 15:01 from Eye on the Arctic
Broken cable discovered in August 2023 prompted reduction of bridge traffic to 1 lane The N.W.T.’s Deh Cho bridge is
» Rapid design of Nature-based Solutions with new tool
12/02/25 14:41 from PreventionWeb
A new tool jointly developed by Witteveen+Bos and Deltares allows natural solutions to be integrated into hydrological models and to quickly see their impact on river basins under different climate scenarios.
» Celebrating Women in Science: Volcano Researcher Ally Peccia
12/02/25 14:22 from State of the Planet
In honor of International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we're highlighting some of the amazing scientists at Columbia Climate School.
» Northerners, experts question Conservatives’ pledge to build military base in Iqaluit
12/02/25 14:05 from Eye on the Arctic
By Samuel Wat Nunavut premier says he only heard about Pierre Poilievre’s announcement on Monday morning Some northerners and Arctic
» Complex disaster risks call for urgent action in the Arab region
12/02/25 13:47 from PreventionWeb
Leaders call to collectively strengthen resilience at the 6th Arab Regional Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction
» Polar Impact Mentorship Initiative Hosts Panel on Successful Collaborations in Polar Research
12/02/25 13:32 from News - Arctic Portal - The Arctic Gateway
The Polar Impact Mentorship Initiative invites members of the polar research community to a thought-provoking panel discussion exploring what makes collaborations "successful." The event, scheduled for February 28 from 10-11 a.m. EST | 3...
» BPP Coordinator, Kurigram (Consultant)
12/02/25 13:09 from PreventionWeb
ADPC seeks to recruit a district-level coordinator in Kurigram to provide technical, operational and administrative support on operationalizing the SOD 2019.
» BPP Coordinator, Bagerhat (Consultant)
12/02/25 13:05 from PreventionWeb
ADPC seeks to recruit a district-level coordinator in Bagerhat to provide technical, operational and administrative support on operationalizing the SOD 2019.
» Generating international testing standards for large outdoor fires
12/02/25 13:01 from PreventionWeb
Tohoku University visiting professor Samuel L. Manzello is working to harmonize international testing standards for large outdoor fires, to support studies on wildland urban interface fires (WUI) Fires.
» How do rural Zimbabweans perceive climate change?
12/02/25 12:54 from PreventionWeb
In response to drought and extreme heat, communities in Zimbabwe are attempting to adapt while lamenting the loss of traditional ecological practices.
» We hear about the health impact of climate-related events. But what about the health-care workers who respond to them?
12/02/25 12:35 from PreventionWeb
Health systems are made up of people who are often members of the same disaster-stricken communities they serve. Climate-related events that overwhelm infrastructure also cause trauma to health service workers, rendering them unable to p...
» Born too late? Climate change may be delaying births
12/02/25 12:10 from PreventionWeb
New Curtin University research has found exposure to outdoor air pollution and extreme temperatures during pregnancy may increase the risk of prolonged pregnancy, offering new insights into the impact of climate change on maternal health.
» Supermarket coolers are heating the planet
12/02/25 12:00 from Yale Climate Connections
The stores refrigerate food using systems that often leak powerful climate-warming gases called HFCs. The post Supermarket coolers are heating the planet appeared first on Yale Climate Connections .
» Dust storms and wind erosion cause $154 billion in damages annually, UTEP study shows
12/02/25 11:55 from PreventionWeb
The new estimate puts the economic impact of dust events on par with some of the most costly and destructive natural disasters, like hurricanes and other storms, and points to the importance of dust mitigation efforts.
» Sixth Arab Regional Platform for DRR concludes with the adoption of Kuwait Declaration
12/02/25 11:42 from PreventionWeb
The Sixth Arab Regional Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction concluded today in Kuwait City, marking a pivotal step forward in the region's efforts to enhance resilience and mitigate disaster risks.
» Postcard 5 from Rothera Research Station
12/02/25 11:13 from News Archive - British Antarctic Survey
Here’s our fifth postcard from Rothera, where exciting changes are transforming our largest Antarctic research station this month! A new wind deflector The new Discovery Building is taking shape with … The post Postcard 5 from Roth...
» Russia's War Is Driving Up Emissions by Forcing Planes to Reroute
12/02/25 10:00 from Yale E360
Since war broke out in Ukraine, Western airlines have been charting longer routes to avoid flying over Russia, with a discernible impact on emissions. Read more on E360 →
» Silent voices, trapped minds.
12/02/25 09:22 from Latest posts from EGU blogs
In this week’s blog post, Katherine Villavicencio (University of Chieti – Pescara) looks into the world of the mind and the mental-health issues that can result by the pressure behind a research project, such as a doctoral thesis. Here, ...
» Safeguarding Indonesian Crop Diversity: A Q&A with Standy Christianto
12/02/25 09:18 from Crop Trust - News
» For Many, Weight-Loss Drugs Are Pricey. Expanding Access Is Hard.
12/02/25 08:46 from Undark
A recent survey found that one in eight U.S. adults has tried a GLP-1 drug. (Think Wegovy or Zepbound.) The drugs can be effective against obesity and other indications, but high prices and patchy insurance coverage have left them out of...
» WRRC Webinar: Unlocking Financial Potential: Scalable Solutions for Resilient Recovery
12/02/25 08:02 from PreventionWeb
The "Unlocking Financial Potential: Scalable Solutions for Resilient Recovery" WRRC webinar organized by ADB, CAF, UNCDF and UNU-EHS, explores recovery finance challenges and solutions, will be held online on April 15, 2-3:30 pm CET.
» WRRC Webinar: Driving Resilience: The Critical Role of Private Sector’s Readiness for Recovery
12/02/25 07:39 from PreventionWeb
This webinar organized by CCRO Network, ARISE, ADPC and UNDRR, explores private sector resilience for disaster recovery. Join online on 10 April 2025, 2:00-3:30 PM CET to discuss strategies for operational readiness.