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U.N. climate chief urges G20 action to untangle COP29 talks

Negotiators worked through the night to narrow their differences at the U.N. talks in Baku before Ministers arrive next ...

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COP29: Biggest day of protests planned on day six of the UN climate conference

COP29: Biggest day of protests planned on day six of the UN climate conference...

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Almost 500 carbon capture lobbyists granted access to Cop29 climate summit

More lobbyists for the controversial technology were present this year, despite debate about its viabilityAt least 480 l...

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Obituary: Wayne Louis Bengtson

CHINA - Wayne Louis Bengtson passed away at home surrounded by family on Nov. 11, 2024, after a brave battle with ......

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Obituary: Jane Lynda Glazier

WINTHROP - With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our beautiful mom, wife, grandma, aunt, sister, cousin, and frie...

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A cloudy, breezy weekend

Chances of rain are also possible as we head into Saturday night....

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Mild weather continues on throughout the weekend

Clouds will slide on throughout the region today, with temperatures staying in the 50s for both today and tomorrow....

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Country diary: Turnstones and beet among the trolleys and bikes | Jennifer Jones

Otterspool, Merseyside: This is land built on waste-tips and spoil, but wildlife is thriving. Perhaps one day the otters...

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Blanket of smog envelopes parts of Delhi as AQI remains in ‘severe’ category

The AQI was recorded at 406 on 8 am Saturday morning. Health concerns include respiratory issues, eye irritation, and in...

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Football: Marshall defeats Montgomery, 35-14, earn bi-district championship

The Marshall Mavericks earned their crown as Class 5A bi-district champions after defeating the Montgomery Bears 35-14 a...

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First Alert Forecast: Red Flag Warning across region Saturday - 11/15/24

CBS News New York's Rob Marciano has your First Alert Forecast for November 15 at 11 p.m....

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COP29 talks struggle in a year of climate stress and global bickering

On Friday, a group of former leaders, climate experts, and scientists published a letter calling for the COP process to ...

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Lawns will 'bounce back beautifully' in spring if 4 simple steps are completed now

While spring may seem like months away, gardeners need to prepare their gardens now for thriving lawns, plants and flowe...

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Orchids will ‘bloom for over 6 months’ for a stunning display after just 2 essential steps

Like many other houseplants, the problem most owners have with orchids is encouraging them to bloom and remain in that s...

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LIVE UPDATES: Mike Tyson-Jake Paul fight, start time, undercard and more

Former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson will take on social media star turned boxer Jake Paul on Friday night at AT&T Sta...

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Friday evening First Alert weather forecast with Paul Heggen - 11/15/24

After a clear and cold start, expect sunny skies and highs in the 60s on Saturday. On Sunday, light showers return, with...

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H5N1 bird flu infects five more humans in California, and one in Oregon

Health officials have announced six more H5N1 bird flu infections in humans: five in California and the first known case...

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Climate and environmental action used to be bipartisan. What happened?

We speak with conservative climate advocates in SoCal about bridging the partisan divide....

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How long-range snowstorm forecasting is like a Plinko board

A system headed for the Twin Cities next week could bring snow, but it's a tricky forecast this far out. Think of it lik...

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UN: Countries, companies lag in response to methane emissions report

UN: Countries, companies lag in response to methane emissions report...

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First Alert Weather: Wildfire risk remains high in NYC Area - 11/15/24

Rob Marciano has the Tri-State Area's updated Friday evening forecast on CBS News New York....

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Long Island residents call for restoration of beloved pond drained during summer storm

Stony Brook residents are calling for the restoration of the centuries-old Mill Pond, which was drained and destroyed du...

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Long Island officials hope to restore Mill Pond after storm damage

Stony Brook suffered serious damage when a torrential storm swept through in August, and months later, it's still a mess...

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Is fire season over? Depends where you live, experts say

Rains have begun to lower fire risk, but they haven't been spread out equally...

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Here’s what California’s plan for offshore wind farms might cost

You might be surprised at where California ranks in terms of wind power generation in the nation....

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Mexico’s biggest wins at the 2024 Latin Grammys

Upcoming and established Mexican artists won accolades for composer of the year and in the norteño and ranchero catego...

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Tatami Room: The Heart Of Japan’s Contemporary Home

Originally a luxury that only the wealthy could afford, tatami space remains its exclusivity in the present time. But in...

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The case for COPs (even this one)

Pacific Island nations and other vulnerable countries don't have a voice at the G20, but they make themselves heard at c...

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Josh's Forecast: Not bad for mid-November, but clouds will remain stubborn to go into the start of Saturday

Benign might best describe Western New York's weather this weekend, which is great news for Bills players and fans alike...

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The Saints changed Cam Jordan's role after firing Dennis Allen. Here's why they did it.

The game after Dennis Allen was fired, Cam Jordan went from playing a career low in snaps to a snap percentage that tied...

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STM volleyball advances to Division II state final for fifth consecutive season

It’s not like St. Thomas needed added motivation entering Friday’s Division II semifinal volleyball match against La...

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Volleyball: Elysian Fields' historical season ends in the regional semifinals

The Elysian Fields Lady Yellowjackets historical season came to an end on Tuesday in a 3-0 sweep at the hands of the Fra...

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Bills aim to address Louisiana's troubled 'orphan well' program

The Louisiana House this week passed two bills that aim to address the state’s struggling and underfunded orphaned oil...

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Postmates executive enters hospice, shares message: ‘Be kind, be brave’

James Butts, a former SVP at Postmates, shared an emotional message on X amid his cancer battle. The post, which went vi...

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Cities in Asia, U.S. spew most greenhouse gas in world

Cities in Asia and the United States emit the most heat-trapping gas that feeds climate change, with Shanghai the most p...

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Man Surrenders Nearly 1,000 Rodents To New Hampshire Shelter

The shelter now has an enor-mouse problem on its hands....

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Sinopec organiza un evento multilateral sobre energía de hidrógeno en la COP29

Sinopec organiza un evento multilateral sobre energía de hidrógeno en la COP29 para promover un futuro sostenible BA...

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Pour favoriser un avenir durable, Sinopec organise un événement multilatéral sur l'énergie hydrogène à l'occasion de la COP29

BAKOU, Azerbaïdjan, 15 novembre 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation (« Sinopec », HKG : 0386...

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volleyball student-athlete donates 300 pairs of shoes

Amyri Robinson, a 16-year-old student-athlete ambassador for Samaritans Feet International, partnered with the local chu...

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Sinopec présente ses réalisations en matière de développement vert lors de la COP29

BAKOU, Azerbaïdjan, 15 novembre 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dans le cadre d'une initiative importante visant à renforcer la...

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PMI Foods Partners with One Tree Planted to Plant 20,000 Trees as Part of a Commitment to Fight Deforestation

SALT LAKE CITY, Nov. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Parker Migliorini International (PMI Foods) has announced that they...

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Ingenious student-designed device flies disposable weather instruments home

Meteorology may not seem like an eco-unfriendly field, but its does need to clean up its act in at least one way. A new ...

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This 3GW Gobi Desert solar farm can power 2 million households

China just connected its largest single-capacity solar farm built on a former coal mining area, which is in the Gobi Des...

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The Leonid meteor shower peaks as the supermoon wanes

The November supermoon will still be almost full when the Leonid meteor shower peaks this weekend....

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Innovations à Guiyang : Adhérer à la nouvelle industrialisation et promouvoir un processus de fabrication haut de gamme, intelligent et vert

GUIYANG, Chine, le 15 novembre 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Un rapport de Huanqiu.com La vague de nouvelle industrialisation à...

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Innovaciones en Guiyang: Adhesión a la nueva industrialización

- Innovaciones en Guiyang: Adhesión a la nueva industrialización y fomento de la fabricación de gama alta, intelig...

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Hurricane Alicia slammed Texas on August 18, 1983

With winds of 115 mph, Hurricane Alicia pummeled the Gulf Coast as it made landfall onto Texas soil on August 18, 1983....

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PaintCare New York Encourages Consumers and Businesses to Celebrate "America Recycles Day" Through Paint Stewardship

On track to reach 2 million gallons collected, PaintCare calls on the community to help reach its ambitious goal ALBANY,...

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UK weather maps show areas unlikely to see snow while Met Office warnings are in place

Snow is set to hit the UK with these areas most likely to be impacted early next week - check where you live....

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Gary Griggs, Our Ocean Backyard | Reflecting on 16 years of environmental insight amid the release of ‘Our Ocean Backyard Collected Essays Volume 3’

In early April of 2008, environmentalist Dan Haifley, who had spoken to the Sentinel editors about doing a regular colum...

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Fossil fuel bosses get ‘red carpet’ at Cop29 despite concerns over influence

Revealed: more than 100 executives given special guest badges as activists challenge role of oil and gas firms at talksT...

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Researchers note unequal conditions for young people at UN climate summits

Today, young people from all over the world can participate in major UN climate conferences. But inequality and bureaucr...

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Intersolar & Energy Storage North America Announces Acquisition of Midwest Solar Expo

Acquisition Amplifies Regional Offerings, Delivering Targeted Support to Midwest Solar + Storage Professionals PORTLAND,...

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Video: Environmental health professor explains wastewater woes

Few of us think about what happens to our waste after we flush the toilet, but to Jay Graham, its path is a critical par...

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Today's buildings hold the key to housing tomorrow's population, says professor

Curbing new-build construction, renovating existing buildings at pace and rethinking how we use them: according to Phili...

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First Alert Weather: Temperatures warming up for the weekend

CBS News New York's John Elliott has the latest weather forecast....