Hawaii is bracing for the impact of Hurricane Lala, which has strengthened into a Category 1 hurricane with winds reaching 75 mph (120 km/h). Authorities have warned of life-threatening flooding, mudslides, strong winds, and widespread power outages as the storm moves near the southern tip of the Big Island.

More than 42,000 customers are already without electricity, while forecasters predict 10 to 20 inches of rainfall, with isolated areas receiving up to 25 inches. A hurricane warning remains in effect for parts of Hawaii, while tropical storm warnings cover Maui County.

Governor Josh Green has urged residents to take the storm seriously and prepare for potentially dangerous conditions. If Hurricane Lala makes a direct strike, it could mark Hawaii’s most significant hurricane impact in decades.

Hurricane Lala Nears Hawaii: Life-Threatening Floods, Mudslides And Power Outages Reported

Assam continues to reel from the impact of devastating floods. While the death toll has now climbed to 75, 3.3 lakh people across seven districts remain affected by floods.

Assam Floods: Death Toll Rises to 75,  Over 3 Lakh People Affected | Gravitas 

A massive wildfire has engulfed more than 100 buildings in a coastal town in Norway, sending thick plumes of smoke into the sky and forcing emergency crews into action. Dramatic visuals show flames spreading rapidly across a hillside near wooded areas while helicopters continuously dump water to slow the fire's advance. Authorities are battling the fast-moving blaze as dangerous conditions fuel the wildfire. Watch the latest updates, dramatic footage, and details on the firefighting operation.

Norway wildfire turns deadly | over 100 buildings destroyed in massive blaze

Typhoon Bavi continues to unleash destruction across East Asia, battering Japan's southern islands with powerful winds, torrential rain, and massive waves before heading toward China's Zhejiang province. The storm has forced widespread evacuations in Taiwan and China, disrupted flights and ferry services, and left thousands without electricity. In the Philippines, deadly landslides triggered by heavy rainfall have claimed lives, while weather agencies continue to warn of flooding, storm surges, and destructive winds across the region. Authorities remain on high alert as Typhoon Bavi approaches the Chinese coast.

Typhoon Bavi batters east asia | China braces for landfall after Japan, Taiwan hit hard | wion

Glaciers disappear at alarming speed around the world, scientists are racing to unlock clues hidden deep inside the ice. One Japanese research team is focusing on a rare exception - Glaciers in central Asia that are still growing.

Inside the World's Glacier Mystery, Climate Clues Locked in Ancient Ice

President Donald Trump's nominee to head the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has been confirmed by the Senate. It is drawing cheers from the fossil fuel industry and sparking alarm among green groups.

Lee Zeldin to head US Environmental Protection Agency

In Chile, a Zoo is being transformed into a biodiversity park. This move is part of an effort aimed at conserving ecosystems and underscores a growing trend towards environmental conservation. Watch in for more details!

Chile's Step Towards Environmental Conservation

<p>India on Tuesday (Nov 12) emphasised the need for a carbon market mechanism at the annual COP29 climate negotiations currently underway in Baku, Azerbaijan. India called for a mechanism that doesn’t create trade barriers, while also pitching a recalibration of climate finance under the updated goals. The New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG) asks developed nations to offer annual climate finance for climate action projects in developing countries.</p>

<p>India also called on developed nations to provide financing that is “adequate, predictable, accessible, grant-based, low-interest, and long-term”. New Delhi also stressed the need to establish carbon market mechanisms under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement that utilise carbon credits to incentivise low-carbon development, without creating barriers to trade.</p>

<h2><strong>World’s top banks vow $120bn aid to poorer nations</strong></h2>

<p>The world’s largest multilateral development banks (MDBs) on Tuesday meanwhile introduced a climate financing scheme, pledging $120 billion to poorer nations by the year 2030.</p>

<p>This marks a significant hike from the $75 billion raised in 2023 and a mere $60.9 billion raised in 2022 by the MDBs.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a data-ved="2ahUKEwiaz7PKj9eJAxXliK8BHb_6EfUQxfQBKAB6BAgIEAE" href="https://www.wionews.com/autonews/cop29-to-spotlight-divided-global-energy-transitions-amid-us-climate-setbacks-775518" jsname="YKoRaf" ping="/url?sa=t&amp;source=web&amp;rct=j&amp;opi=89978449&amp;url=https://www.wionews.com/autonews/cop29-to-spotlight-divided-global-energy-transitions-amid-us-climate-setbacks-775518&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiaz7PKj9eJAxXliK8BHb_6EfUQxfQBKAB6BAgIEAE">COP29 to spotlight divided global energy transitions amid U.S. climate setbacks</a></strong></p>

<p>Notably, MDB group includes major institutions like the World Bank, the European Investment Bank and the Asian Development Bank. "While the scale of MDBs' financial commitments is essential, MDBs’ most significant impact comes from our ability to drive transformative change," the group said in a statement.</p>

<h2><strong>UN climate chief says action on climate change ‘robust’</strong></h2>

<p>Earlier, the UN climate chief Simon Stiell told the gathering that despite the victory of Donald Trump in US, global action on climate change remains “robust.” Trump earlier vowed to withdraw US from the Paris Agreement.</p>

<p>“Many of you have been reporting on the climate implications of political events in the last weeks. I’ll just say this: our process is strong. It’s robust, and it will endure,” said Stiell.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;World Leaders Skip COP29 Summit In Baku</strong></p>

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<p>Washington’s top envoy, John Podesta, also said Trump’s victory didn’t threaten American co-operation on the issue of climate change.</p>

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India on Tuesday (Nov 12) emphasised the need for a carbon market mechanism at the annual COP29 climate negotiations currently underway in Baku, Azerbaijan. India called for a mechanism that doesn’t create trade barriers, while also pitching a recalibration of climate finance under the updated goals.

India on Tuesday (Nov 12) emphasised the need for a carbon market mechanism at the annual COP29 climate negotiations currently underway in Baku, Azerbaijan. India called for a mechanism that doesn’t create trade barriers, while also pitching a recalibration of climate finance under the updated goals. The New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG) asks developed nations to offer annual climate finance for climate action projects in developing countries. India also called on developed nations to provide financing that is “adequate, predictable, accessible, grant-based, low-interest, and long-term”. New Delhi also stressed the need to establish carbon market mechanisms under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement that utilise carbon credits to incentivise low-carbon development, without creating barriers to trade. World’s top banks vow $120bn aid to poorer nations The world’s largest multilateral development banks (MDBs) on Tuesday meanwhile introduced a climate financing scheme, pledging $120 billion to poorer nations by the year 2030. This marks a significant hike from the $75 billion raised in 2023 and a mere $60.9 billion raised in 2022 by the MDBs. Also read: COP29 to spotlight divided global energy transitions amid U.S. climate setbacks Notably, MDB group includes major institutions like the World Bank, the European Investment Bank and the Asian Development Bank. "While the scale of MDBs' financial commitments is essential, MDBs’ most significant impact comes from our ability to drive transformative change," the group said in a statement. UN climate chief says action on climate change ‘robust’ Earlier, the UN climate chief Simon Stiell told the gathering that despite the victory of Donald Trump in US, global action on climate change remains “robust.” Trump earlier vowed to withdraw US from the Paris Agreement. “Many of you have been reporting on the climate implications of political events in the last weeks. I’ll just say this: our process is strong. It’s robust, and it will endure,” said Stiell. Watch: World Leaders Skip COP29 Summit In Baku × Washington’s top envoy, John Podesta, also said Trump’s victory didn’t threaten American co-operation on the issue of climate change. (With inputs from agencies)

COP 29: India pitches for fair carbon market scheme; top banks pledge $120bn aid to poor nations

A pink river dolphin stranded on a riverbank in central Bolivia has been rescued and returned to the wild...despite the iconic status of river dolphins, also known as Bufeos in Bolivia, little is known about their populations and habitats, according to WWF...

Stranded Pink Dolphin rescued in Bolivia

India's monsoon is advancing after stalling for more than a week. Rains are set to cover central parts of the country in the next few days. Watch this video for all details.

India's monsoon advances, set to bring relief from heatwave

Polar bears are on the verge of local extinction due to starvation in Canada's Hudson Bay. An international team of scientists says this can happen by mid-century if global warming exceeds the Paris Climate Accord limits .

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According to UNESCO, the world has been treating our oceans like a free for all. And that needs to stop. According to UNESCO’s executive secretary, climate change is disrupting life in our oceans which are being harmed by pollution, acidification and a loss of bio-diversity.

Climate Change disrupting life in our oceans

Heavy rains swept over the Spanish island. Floodwaters can be seen around the Palma de Mallorca Airport Vehicles were seen with partially submerged tyres in a car park.

Spain: Heavy rains paralyse daily life, flights to Mallorca re-routed

Human-driven climate change has caused some of the fiercest weather extremes across South Asia over the past couple of weeks. From a brutal heatwave in New Delhi and northwest India hitting record peaks, to cyclonic rainfall over eastern India and Bangladesh. It's been quite a roller coaster ride. Bhairavi Singh brings you the details.

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Most parts of northwest India will not get respite from the scorching heat in June, even as there is a brief relief after three days due to western disturbances.

India heatwave: Delhi records 48 degrees | Rajasthan's Phalodi records 49.4 degrees

Planes are submerged and runways are underwater in Brazil. Floods have destroyed roads and bridges in several cities triggering landslides and leaving a path of destruction.

Brazil flood leaves 150,000 homeless, engulfs cities across South Brazil

All educational institutions including schools and colleges will remain closed in India's Northeastern state, Manipur on May 6th and 7th. DIue to intense rainfall in the region this action has been taken.

India: Rains cause havoc, hailstorms hit parts of Manipur

Europe is the world's fastest warming continent and its temperatures are rising at roughly twice the global average this is the finding of a new report by the United Nations Meteorological Organization and the EU's climate agency. Watch in for more details!

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Climate change in the Arctic particularly in the last decade or two has drastically altered the feeding habits of reindeers. These fascinating animals are now struggling to feed on their own especially during the winters. Watch in for more details!

Climate change alters feeding habits of Arctic Reindeer

The 2023-24 El nino has peaked as one of the five strongest weather phenomena on record. Even if it is currently waning slightly, it still is expected to have an impact on the climate in the upcoming months. This by storing more heat in the atmosphere caused by greenhouse gases released by human activity.

El nino weakens but will keep temperatures high: UN

Freezing rain and unexpected snowfall have claimed the lives of at least 35 people in remote areas of Pakistan. According to the disaster management authorities, among the victims, 22 children have lost their lives, after being crushed in landslides that buried their homes.

Pakistan meteorologists blame climate change for unusual weather

Arctic foxes are small and stout carnivorous animals who are opportunistic feeders, eating practically any animal alive or dead. They rely on population of rodents, especially lemmings, voles, and other small mammals. However, due to climate change the foxes' rodent prey have become scarce. Fearing the extinction of these foxes due to hunger norway is now breeding them.

Critically endangered Arctic Foxes breed in Norway

Farmers across europe have renewed demonstrations to demand action from policymakers. Apart from cheap supermarket prices and low-cost imports, they are also concerned about the european union's strenuous environmental rules.

European concerned about the EU's strenuous environmental rules

Peru is grappling with an unprecedented climate challenge, facing intense heatwaves, devastating floods, and now, an imminent dengue outbreak. Soaring temperatures and extreme rains have ushered in a series of pressing environmental and health challenges.

Extreme rains drench Peru, lead to dengue outbreak

Across Mongolia, the Dzud weather, characterised by freezing and harsh weather conditions, has caused widespread hardship and food insecurity for herder communities who rely heavily on their livestock for existence.

'Dzud' causes widespread hardship for Mongolian herders

It seems climate change may soon be responsible for the disappearance of the Aral Sea. Located in Central Asia, the Aral Sea was once one of the largest inland bodies of water and many people prospered because of it. But now that may soon be a thing of the past.

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SpaceX launches nasa's pace satellite to study earth's oceans, air and climate.

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With temperatures rising across the world. Italian mountains are severely lacking snow in one of the hottest winters in history.

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This summer, towns from Maui to the Mediterranean have been devastated by wildfires caused by climate change, which has left many dead, worn out firefighters, and increased need for innovative solutions. AI-enabled cameras are being used by entrepreneurs and firefighters to search the horizon for smoke. In order to detect fires from orbit, a German business is constructing a constellation of satellites. Additionally, Microsoft is utilizing AI algorithms to forecast the potential locations of future fires.

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Drought and climate change have pushed thousands of Iraqis out of their homes. These people with once booming farms are now staring at a life of poverty. Climate change is among the biggest contributors to internal displacement in Iraq. Ghadi Francis reports on the vulnerable Iraqi displaced

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Climate change is real this is a statement we have heard over the years but a byproduct stemming from these conversations is of climate anxiety. The climate 'tipping point report' has some major revelations. Tune in to know more.

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