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Scientists Warn of Alarming Rise in Marine Heat Waves and Its Impact on Oceans
Reports indicate a sharp rise in marine heat waves, with 2023–2024 experiencing a 240% increase compared to past years. Scientists warn of devastating effects on marine life, including mass die-offs, coral reef degradation, and increased storm intensity. Coastal communities are at risk as extreme weather events linked to warming oceans become mor...
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Hidden Heat-Tolerant Corals Can Save Great Barrier Reef, New Research Shows
Just as individual humans handle stress differently, so do corals. Even coral colonies of the same species, growing side by side, vary in their tolerance to pressures such as heatwaves.
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Heat Stress: New Research Shows Lower Threshold, Urgent Need For Action
New research shows that the human body's ability to tolerate heat and humidity is lower than previously thought, with a critical wet-bulb temperature threshold closer to 31 degrees Celsius.
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After Months Of Heated Campaigns, Trump, Biden Seek "Unity" Post Shooting
Donald Trump and Joe Biden have both stressed "unity" in the wake of the stunning assassination attempt on the Republican presidential contender, but any shift to a more civil political discourse is likely to be short-lived.
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What Is Heat Stress? "Silent Killer" Amid Rising Temperatures
Heat stress occurs when the body's natural cooling systems are overwhelmed, causing symptoms ranging from dizziness and headaches to organ failure and death.
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High Humidity Is Causing Heat Stress In India's 6 Major Cities
The temperature in 17 locations across the northwest breached the 48 degrees Celsius mark amid a severe heatwave which is testing human endurance.
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Record Number Of "Extreme Heat Stress" Days In Europe In 2023
Europe endured a record number of "extreme heat stress" days in 2023, two leading climate monitors said Monday, underscoring the threat of increasingly deadly summers across the continent.
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Why 40 Degrees Celsius Is Bearable In A Desert But Lethal In The Tropics
The recent heatwave in south-east Asia may well be remembered for its level of heat-induced stress on the body
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Great Barrier Reef Suffering "Mass Bleaching", Says Australia
Australia's Great Barrier Reef is suffering a "mass bleaching event" as coral comes under heat stress from warmer seas, authorities said Friday.
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"Not India-Pak But Aamir Khan-Kiran Rao": Sanjay Raut On Ties With BJP
As speculation of the Shiv Sena's reunion talks with the BJP heats up, its leader Sanjay Raut has stressed more than once that the bond between the parties remains, no matter where politics takes them.
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Summer Will Be Cool, Stress Free With These Air Coolers At Up To 40% Off
Amazon makes getting summer-ready super easy with air coolers at up to 40% off
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Bloating Causes: Why Do You Feel Bloated After An Intense Workout?
Post-workout bloating can be because of both overhydration and dehydration. Here's what you need to know.
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India To Face Productivity Loss Due To Global Warming: UN
India is projected to lose 5.8 per cent of working hours in 2030, a productivity loss equivalent to 34 million full-time jobs, due to global warming, particularly impacting agriculture and construction sectors, a report by the UN labour agency said.
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IIT Delhi Researchers Study Heat Stress Tolerance Threshholds In India
The researchers at the IIT Delhi are conducting a study to develop India-specific heat stress tolerance thresholds to formulate a plan for heat management as they believe such stress might increase due to global warming.
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IIT Delhi To Study Heat Stress Tolerance Thresholds
The partner institutes in this project include IIT Kanpur, IISER Bhopal, RKMVU Kolkata, SRU Chennai, IIPH Gandhinagar.
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Scientists Warn of Alarming Rise in Marine Heat Waves and Its Impact on Oceans
Reports indicate a sharp rise in marine heat waves, with 2023–2024 experiencing a 240% increase compared to past years. Scientists warn of devastating effects on marine life, including mass die-offs, coral reef degradation, and increased storm intensity. Coastal communities are at risk as extreme weather events linked to warming oceans become mor...
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Hidden Heat-Tolerant Corals Can Save Great Barrier Reef, New Research Shows
Just as individual humans handle stress differently, so do corals. Even coral colonies of the same species, growing side by side, vary in their tolerance to pressures such as heatwaves.
-
Heat Stress: New Research Shows Lower Threshold, Urgent Need For Action
New research shows that the human body's ability to tolerate heat and humidity is lower than previously thought, with a critical wet-bulb temperature threshold closer to 31 degrees Celsius.
-
After Months Of Heated Campaigns, Trump, Biden Seek "Unity" Post Shooting
Donald Trump and Joe Biden have both stressed "unity" in the wake of the stunning assassination attempt on the Republican presidential contender, but any shift to a more civil political discourse is likely to be short-lived.
-
What Is Heat Stress? "Silent Killer" Amid Rising Temperatures
Heat stress occurs when the body's natural cooling systems are overwhelmed, causing symptoms ranging from dizziness and headaches to organ failure and death.
-
High Humidity Is Causing Heat Stress In India's 6 Major Cities
The temperature in 17 locations across the northwest breached the 48 degrees Celsius mark amid a severe heatwave which is testing human endurance.
-
Record Number Of "Extreme Heat Stress" Days In Europe In 2023
Europe endured a record number of "extreme heat stress" days in 2023, two leading climate monitors said Monday, underscoring the threat of increasingly deadly summers across the continent.
-
Why 40 Degrees Celsius Is Bearable In A Desert But Lethal In The Tropics
The recent heatwave in south-east Asia may well be remembered for its level of heat-induced stress on the body
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Great Barrier Reef Suffering "Mass Bleaching", Says Australia
Australia's Great Barrier Reef is suffering a "mass bleaching event" as coral comes under heat stress from warmer seas, authorities said Friday.
-
"Not India-Pak But Aamir Khan-Kiran Rao": Sanjay Raut On Ties With BJP
As speculation of the Shiv Sena's reunion talks with the BJP heats up, its leader Sanjay Raut has stressed more than once that the bond between the parties remains, no matter where politics takes them.
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Summer Will Be Cool, Stress Free With These Air Coolers At Up To 40% Off
Amazon makes getting summer-ready super easy with air coolers at up to 40% off
-
Bloating Causes: Why Do You Feel Bloated After An Intense Workout?
Post-workout bloating can be because of both overhydration and dehydration. Here's what you need to know.
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India To Face Productivity Loss Due To Global Warming: UN
India is projected to lose 5.8 per cent of working hours in 2030, a productivity loss equivalent to 34 million full-time jobs, due to global warming, particularly impacting agriculture and construction sectors, a report by the UN labour agency said.
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IIT Delhi Researchers Study Heat Stress Tolerance Threshholds In India
The researchers at the IIT Delhi are conducting a study to develop India-specific heat stress tolerance thresholds to formulate a plan for heat management as they believe such stress might increase due to global warming.
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IIT Delhi To Study Heat Stress Tolerance Thresholds
The partner institutes in this project include IIT Kanpur, IISER Bhopal, RKMVU Kolkata, SRU Chennai, IIPH Gandhinagar.
