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Venice’s future is in peril! Italian scientists predict that by 2150, the city could be submerged due to rising sea levels. Despite the MOSE flood barriers, Venice faces an inescapable fate unless global action is taken. This historic city, known for its beautiful canals and architecture, is at risk of becoming an underwater relic. 💔
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🌍🍦 Ben & Jerry’s launches a powerful campaign, 'Make Some Motherchunkin’ Change,' urging everyone to step up their activism game! This initiative focuses on driving social justice forward, highlighting issues like climate action, LGBTQ+ rights, and criminal justice reform. ✊🍨
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Our love for avocados has serious consequences. Not only is it damaging the environment, but it’s also fuelling organized crime. Cartels in Mexico are taking control of avocado production, leading to violence and exploitation. It’s crucial to be mindful of our consumption and support sustainable practices. 🌎🥑
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🌍✨ Coldplay is setting a new standard for eco-friendly tours! They've cut carbon emissions by 59% on their latest world tour, using solar installations, power bikes, and even a kinetic dance floor that generates energy! Plus, they’ve planted 7 million trees, reduced air travel, and ensured sustainable merch. 🎸🌳
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Unfortunately, news from the Met Office’s weather prediction service is not looking optimistic, with forecasts for the coming summer months looking pretty bleak ⛅️🌧️
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The Pope reportedly used a slur during a conversation about gay men. The internet’s response has once again reckoned with the archaic structure of religious institutions.
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The UK’s prime minister Rishi Sunak is worried that our university degrees aren’t preparing us well enough to engage in late-stage capitalism.
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We spoke to the environmentally-centred Gen Zer, Amelia Crews – who is a renewable energy engagement lead at Younity – about why we must be confronting the climate crisis as a united front.
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Plastics are now permanently ingrained in modern life. They’re used in almost every industry, and now, tiny invisible plastic particles are making a home inside our bodies.
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The IDF’s latest lethal attack on the Rafah refugee camp in Gaza has violated an order laid out by the International Court of Justice. Meanwhile, leaders in Europe are moving to recognise Palestine as a state, signalling a major turning point in the conflict and for the future of the Palestinian people.
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In light of new findings that psychedelic drugs could transform mental health, scientists and researchers are persisting with their dedication to change our attitudes towards the medical potential of these once heavily frowned-upon compounds.
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Could Baby Reindeer spell the beginning of the end for ‘true story’ dramas?
After 200 years, bison have returned to Romania’s Țarcu Mountains. This herd of 170 bison is crucial for climate action, capturing carbon equivalent to emissions from 84,000 cars annually. 🦬💨 By grazing, they prevent shrub overgrowth, promote plant diversity, and enhance soil health, making ecosystems more resilient. 🌱💚 Rewilding shows how nature’s balance can combat climate change and restore biodiversity. 🌎✨
1️⃣ Global Temperatures Dropping: Recent data suggests a potential decline in record-breaking global temperatures. Could this be a turning point for our planet?
2️⃣ India’s Salt Production Crisis: Unpredictable weather is devastating India’s salt production, threatening livelihoods and agricultural stability.
3️⃣ Saving African Penguins: Efforts intensify to protect the endangered African penguin from environmental threats and human activities.
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🌍 A digital portal linking Dublin and NYC closed just one week after launching, highlighting the challenges of global connectivity. 🌐
🚴♂️ Some countries are incentivizing cycling to work by paying citizens, promoting eco-friendly transport and healthier lifestyles. 🚲🌳
🎨 A women-only exhibit in Tasmania challenges gender discrimination, sparking debates on equality and exclusive spaces. 🖼️♀️
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📉 Venezuela has become the first country to lose all its glaciers, highlighting the stark impact of climate change on our planet. 🏔️
🌐 Apple introduces new accessibility features, including eye-tracking, to enhance user experience for people with disabilities, showcasing their commitment to inclusivity in tech. 👁️📱
🌊 The growth of offshore oil projects casts doubt on COP28 climate pledges, raising concerns about the future of global environmental commitments. 🌍💔
Stay informed and engaged with these critical issues shaping our world.
✨ Capturing the beauty and fragility of our world 🌍 The Earth Photo 2024 shortlist showcases powerful images of environmental change and hope. From melting glaciers in Switzerland to thriving coral nurseries in the US, these photos highlight the urgency and resilience of nature. 📸✨
For more stunning photos and stories, visit the exhibition in London starting next month! 📅🌿
🌍🔥 As the world braces for a projected temperature rise to at least 2.5°C this century, the urgency to act against climate change has never been clearer.
What action should be prioritised to combat the rise in global temperatures?
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Ever wondered what it’s like to get sucked into a black hole? 🌌 Thanks to NASA’s supercomputer, we’re now one step closer to experiencing the unimaginable. 🪐
The simulation provides a visual and scientific insight into the gravitational dynamics near a black hole, particularly highlighting how matter behaves as it approaches the event horizon—the point of no return. This helps scientists better understand black holes’ complex and extreme environments. 🚀
Video Credit: NASA
🌍✨ Celebrating a monumental victory in healthcare! Namibia has set a remarkable example by becoming the first country in Africa to eliminate mother-to-child transmission of HIV and Hepatitis B. This achievement reflects years of dedicated efforts, robust healthcare initiatives, and a strong commitment to maternal and child health. Here’s to a brighter, healthier future for all! 🎉💪 To find out more, check out the full articles at thred.com
Plans to build a £400 billion futuristic eco-metropolis promised an epicentre of sustainability, productivity, seamless living, and leisure for nine million people. But a whistle-blower testimony for the BBC has just uncovered the grim reality of the project, which involves human rights abuses and extrajudicial murder.
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Climate alert for coffee lovers! 🌍☕ Rising temps are cutting yields and hiking prices. By 2050, half the coffee-growing land could vanish. Act now to protect the brew and livelihoods of 120 million people!
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Fast becoming one of the biggest trends in the wellness industry, more and more travellers are foregoing itineraries jam-packed with activities in favour of pillow menus and an early night.
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For humans, while the impacts of extreme heat can be disastrous, we don’t have to worry too much about sunburn, thanks to the numerous steps we can take – from staying in the shade to lathering ourselves top-to-bottom in cream – to prevent our skin from sizzling to a crisp.
Animals, however, aren’t so lucky.
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Caught on camera: An Orangutan, Rakus, ingeniously applying the juice of a medicinal plant to treat a wound on his cheek. This rare sighting, documented in Indonesia’s Gunung Leuser National Park, marks the first time scientists have observed such deliberate self-medication in the wild. The plant, known for its pain-relieving properties across Southeast Asia, was chewed and applied by Rakus like a natural bandage. This fascinating behavior, spotlighted in a recent study, underscores the remarkable instincts some animals possess to care for their own health using nature’s pharmacy.
Thought the world of AI influencers couldn’t get any weirder? Hmm.. think again.
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For years, Amazon has been at the forefront of technological innovation, promising to revolutionize the retail industry with its cutting-edge ‘Just Walk Out’ technology.
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The Mayor of London has announced a decade-long plan to clean up the Thames River in hopes that city-dwellers will one day safely swim in its waters.
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🚨 US Senate pushes TikTok closer to a ban! ByteDance has 9 months to sell or TikTok gets blocked in the U.S. 🇺🇸 Concerns over user data and national security are driving the landmark bill. Do you think TikTok will be banned or sold? 🚨
Earth Day takes place on the 22nd April every year, with more than 190 countries participating around the world. What is Earth Day, and why is it a big deal?
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Ever wondered what it’s like to get sucked into a black hole? 🌌 Thanks to NASA’s supercomputer, we’re now one step closer to experiencing the unimaginable. 🪐 The simulation provides a visual and scientific insight into the gravitational dynamics near a black hole, particularly highlighting how matter behaves as it approaches the event horizon—the point of no return. This helps scientists better understand black holes’ complex and extreme environments. 🚀 Video Credit: NASA #space #NASA #blackhole #science #scientists
Sustainable - something made or done in a way that causes little or no damage to the environment. Green - word used to describe people, organisations, or actions that are as non-detrimental to the environment as possible. Environmentally-friendly - something that does not harm the environment, or something that is trying to help restore it. Net zero - a state where carbon dioxide emissions created by human activity and removed by human activity or nature are equal over a given period. Circular economy - an economic system based on the reuse and regeneration of materials to continue production in an environmentally friendly way. Single-use plastics - plastic items that are used once and then thrown away. To find out more, check out the full article at thred.com
In a bid to protect children’s health the British government will ban the sale of disposable vapes at the start of 2025. Colourful packaging and fruity flavours will also be restricted to prevent the appeal to new, young smokers. to find out more, check out the full article at thred.com #smoking #vape #uk #government #2025
Recycling in Sports: Part 3 Watch the full video at thred.com #sports #recycling #golf #formula1 #tennis #golfballs
How many serves does the average tennis ball survive at Wimbledon? Often we’re too caught up in the competition to ask ourselves these questions, but luckily this video has all the answers! To find out more, check out the full video at thred.com #recycling #sport #tennis #wimbledon
What happens to Formula 1 tyres after a pit-stop? To find out more, check out the full video at thred.com #formula1 #tires #pirelli #sustainability #circulareconomy #recycling #sustainable
Was this the weirdest news story you heard today? 🐔 #chicken #chickens #veganuary #animals
Have to admit, this is a pretty smart move for the computers to get us to trust them 🔬🤖 #ai #artificialintelligence #health #medicine
🌱💪 Half the meat, double the impact! A UN study shows that a ‘demitarian’ diet - halving meat and dairy intake - beats veganism in reducing nitrogen pollution. #diet #sustainableliving #vegan
Those looking to make a buck through resale platforms including Vinted, eBay, and Depop will now have their earnings taxed by HMRC. Can we have anything at this point? To find out more, check out the full article at thred.com #uk #tax #hmrc #resale #ukgov #sales
How many toxic chemicals are on your face right now? 💄 #cosmetics #makeup #beauty
Is it surprising that the people with yachts don’t care about the ice caps melting? 🤔 #climatecrisis #climateinjustice #inequality #money #billionaires
Storm Henk causes chaos throughout England, resulting in flooded homes and roads. Despite the challenges, a pub owner in Worcestershire, Andrew Goodall, enjoyed a pint of Guinness in waist-deep water at the Rose and Crown in Severn Stoke, which has experienced flooding for the third time in the past year. On Thursday evening, more than 220 flood warnings and almost 300 flood alerts remained in place across the country. #floods #uk #flooding #stormhenk #storm #guinness #pub
Definitely need to delete the browsing history on my work computer after making this video 😳 #office #wfh #worklife
You’re telling me this AFTER CHRISTMAS!? #christmas #cocktails #alcohol #consumption #socialchange
No doubt polar bears are cute to look at, but are they distracting us from the real damage being done? 🐻❄️ #polarbear #climateaction #cop28 #bears
Despite a growing coalition of 140 plus countries, 9,000 companies, and 600 major financial institutions apparently joining the race to zero emissions, our current global footprint needs to be reduced by 45% by 2030 or we’ve failed to remain under 1.5C. #netzero #zeremissions #globalwarming
The fossil fuel industry also wants you to believe the Loch Ness Monster eats plastic pollution 🦕 #carbonoffset #climatecrisis #fossilfuels #exposed
🚜 German farmers mobilize in Berlin to voice their opposition to the government's plan to cut diesel tax breaks, bringing traffic to a standstill. Around 3,000 farmers from across the nation joined the protest with hundreds of tractors, circling the iconic Brandenburg Gate. This movement echoes similar protests in Europe, where governments are pushing for reduced greenhouse gas emissions in agriculture. The proposed budget cuts challenge the financial sustainability of farming, sparking debates on climate policies' economic and social impacts. 🌾🚜 #FarmersProtest #SustainableAgriculture #BerlinTraffic #ClimateDebate #berlin #government #taxcuts #oil
To be honest, it’s not like Instagram was an accurate representation of anyone’s life to begin with 📷 #ai #aiinfluencer #instagram #socialmedia
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