Asia News Wrap: UN Warns Asia Warming Twice as Fast
The UN warns Asia is warming twice as fast as the global average, highlighting an urgent climate crisis across urban and rural landscapes.
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World Environment Day: Climate Change Drives 30 Extra Days of Extreme Heat for 4 Billion
A report shows climate change added 30 days of extreme heat for over 4 billion people globally. On World Environment Day, rising temperatures spark a growing rights crisis.
Water Fight Erupts on U.S.-Mexico Border Amid Historic Drought
As drought worsens, Mexico drains reservoirs to honor treaty deliveries to Texas, sparking a battle over scarce water on the U.S.-Mexico border. Who gets their fair share?
China’s Wang Yi Urges Global Climate Unity
China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi urges global unity to tackle climate change and reaffirms China’s support for the Paris Agreement.
Can the Great Barrier Reef Survive Climate Change?
Record-breaking bleaching and rising seas are pushing the Great Barrier Reef to the brink. Scientists race to restore the world’s largest coral system.
Wildfires Hammer Global Forest Recovery Capacity
New study warns intensified wildfires have slashed global forest recovery, with fewer than one-third of burned areas regenerating within seven years post-fire.
Climate-Fueled Wildfires Linked to 15,000 U.S. Deaths
A study finds climate change–driven wildfire smoke caused around 15,000 deaths and $160B in costs across the U.S. from 2006–2020.
Chinese Mainland Launches First Airborne Marine Glacier Survey in Xizang
The Chinese mainland’s first airborne marine glacier survey over Xizang’s Renlongba Glacier combines satellite, aerial and ground data to map melting trends and boost water security.
Climate Change to Fuel More Snow Droughts, Study Finds
Global warming may drive more frequent snow droughts, threatening water security and winter ecosystems, a new study warns.
Sixth Mass Bleaching Hits Great Barrier Reef in 2024–25
Scientists report the sixth mass bleaching event on the Great Barrier Reef during summer 2024\u201325, highlighting escalating climate threats to coral ecosystems.