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2024: The warmest year in the history, first to breach 1.5 degrees threshold
2024 is declared as the warmest year on record globally, and the first calendar year that the average global temperature exceeded 1.5°C above its pre-industrial level.
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Under Pressure: Olympic Athletes Compete Against Extreme Heat
Athletes face significant challenges due to extreme heat, with climate change threatening the sustainability of global sports. Rising temperatures and poor air quality impact athlete performance and safety, underscoring the urgent need for climate action to protect the future of sporting events.
Ojas Khurana