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UN Climate Conference in Brazil Highlights Global Warming Challenges Amid U.S. Absence

UN Climate Conference in Brazil Highlights Global Warming Challenges Amid U.S. Absence

The 30th United Nations Climate Conference commenced on November 10, 2025, in Belém, Brazil, gathering representatives from 193 countries to address the global climate crisis. This year's conference is particularly symbolic due to its location near the Amazon rainforest, a critical area for climate regulation. The conference aims to tackle the threats to the Amazon and discuss the Paris climate agreement, which seeks to limit global warming to 1.5-2.0 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels. Despite the urgency, the United States, historically a major carbon emitter, did not attend the conference under its new administration and is no longer a member of the Paris agreement. The conference is the first to acknowledge the general failure to implement past policies effectively, with goals to transition from fossil fuels to green energy and reverse deforestation.

NOAA Reports November 2025 as Third-Warmest on Record, Highlighting Global Temperature Rise

NOAA Reports November 2025 as Third-Warmest on Record, Highlighting Global Temperature Rise

November 2025 has been recorded as the third-warmest November globally since 1850, according to NOAA's National Centers for Environmental Information. This follows a trend of the past six months each ranking as the third-warmest for their respective months over the last 176 years. Notably, this warming occurred without the influence of an El Niño event, which typically contributes to higher global temperatures. The data indicates that global land and ocean areas experienced their fourth-warmest November, with Europe and North America seeing their second-warmest November on record. The period from September to November 2025 was the third-hottest on record, continuing a pattern of rising temperatures that have been observed over recent years.

AP photographers capture destruction, heartache and resilience as climate change advanced in 2025

AP photographers capture destruction, heartache and resilience as climate change advanced in 2025

Tropical storms pummeled the land and ravaged ecosystems

Hurricane Melissa Leaves Lasting Impact on Caribbean Communities

Hurricane Melissa Leaves Lasting Impact on Caribbean Communities

Nearly two months after Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm, devastated the northern Caribbean, many residents are still struggling with the aftermath. In Haiti, the storm caused significant destruction, with at least 43 fatalities and widespread damage in areas like Petit-Goâve. The community, once vibrant with agriculture, now faces severe food shortages and economic challenges. The World Food Program has been providing aid, but funding is only halfway to its $83 million goal. Jamaica and Cuba also suffered extensive damage, with Jamaica reporting $8.8 billion in losses and ongoing recovery efforts. The storm has exacerbated existing crises, leaving many without homes or basic necessities.

Arctic Warming Deemed Irreversible Despite Potential CO2 Reductions

Arctic Warming Deemed Irreversible Despite Potential CO2 Reductions

A study led by Xiao Dong at the Institute of Atmospheric Physics in Beijing reveals that the Arctic will retain approximately 1.5°C of warming even if atmospheric CO2 levels return to pre-industrial levels. The research, using 11 independent climate models, indicates that the Arctic's warming and increased precipitation are irreversible under current carbon dioxide removal (CDR) scenarios. The study highlights that the ocean, which has absorbed 90% of the heat from global warming, will continue to heat the Arctic for centuries, even if atmospheric temperatures cool. This ongoing warming is compounded by feedback loops, such as the loss of sea ice, which allows open water to heat the air.

Arctic Warming Deemed Irreversible Despite CO2 Reduction Efforts

Arctic Warming Deemed Irreversible Despite CO2 Reduction Efforts

Recent research indicates that the Arctic will retain approximately 1.5°C of warming even if atmospheric carbon dioxide levels return to pre-industrial levels. This study, conducted by Xiao Dong and colleagues at the Institute of Atmospheric Physics in Beijing, utilized 11 independent climate models to predict the Arctic's potential to retain warming. The findings suggest that the region will continue to experience elevated temperatures and precipitation, regardless of large-scale carbon dioxide removal (CDR) projects. The study highlights the irreversible nature of Arctic climate change, driven by the ocean's absorption of 90% of global warming heat, which will continue to affect the Arctic for centuries.

President Trump Sets Conditions for Potential Meeting with Zelenskyy Amid Ukraine Peace Process

President Trump Sets Conditions for Potential Meeting with Zelenskyy Amid Ukraine Peace Process

President Trump has indicated that he may meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy over the weekend in Europe, contingent on certain conditions being met. During a roundtable discussion in Washington DC, Trump mentioned having 'pretty strong words' with European leaders regarding Ukraine. He emphasized the need for clarity before proceeding with any meeting, stating, 'We don't want to waste our time.' Trump also highlighted the Ukrainian public's desire for a settlement, referencing a poll suggesting that 82% of Ukrainians want the conflict to end. The discussion comes amid ongoing tensions and military engagements between Ukraine and Russia, with both sides targeting each other's energy infrastructure.

Global EV sales growth slowest since Feb 2024 on China plateau, US policy changes

Global EV sales growth slowest since Feb 2024 on China plateau, US policy changes

By Alessandro Parodi Dec 12 (Reuters) - Global EV sales grew in November at the slowest rate since February 2024 as China plateaued, while the end of an EV tax credit scheme in the United States set North America on track for its first year of decline since 2019, data showed.

Russia's Central Bank Sues Euroclear Over Frozen Assets Amid EU Sanctions

Russia's Central Bank Sues Euroclear Over Frozen Assets Amid EU Sanctions

Russia's Central Bank has filed a lawsuit against Euroclear, a Belgian financial institution, over the management of Moscow's frozen assets in Europe. The lawsuit, filed in Moscow's Arbitration Court, seeks to recover damages incurred when Russia was barred from managing its funds and securities held by Euroclear. This legal action comes as the European Union considers using these frozen assets to support Ukraine. The EU froze Russian assets following the onset of Russia's full-scale war in Ukraine in February 2022.

EU Imposes €3 Levy on Small Parcels to Curb Chinese Imports

EU Imposes €3 Levy on Small Parcels to Curb Chinese Imports

The European Union has announced a temporary €3 levy on small parcels, primarily targeting the influx of packages from Chinese retailers such as Shein and Temu. This decision, agreed upon by EU finance ministers, aims to address the surge in e-commerce packages from China, which doubled from 1.9 billion to 4.2 billion between 2023 and 2024. The levy will take effect in July 2025, with permanent customs duties expected to be implemented by 2028. The move is part of a broader effort to create a level playing field for European businesses, which have been challenged by duty-free imports that often do not meet quality, consumer protection, or environmental standards.

Study Finds Climate Change Intensified Deadly Floods in Asia, Highlighting Rising Risks

Study Finds Climate Change Intensified Deadly Floods in Asia, Highlighting Rising Risks

Recent research has found that climate change significantly intensified the deadly floods that affected South and Southeast Asia, resulting in over 1,600 deaths and causing at least $20 billion in damages. The floods were exacerbated by three tropical cyclones, with warmer Indian Ocean waters contributing to the severity of the storms. The study, conducted by World Weather Attribution, indicates that human-driven warming increased ocean temperatures, which in turn fueled the cyclones. The research also points to rapid urbanization and deforestation as factors that worsened the flooding. Despite the challenges in quantifying the exact impact of climate change on the rainfall, the study aligns with previous findings that suggest an increase in extreme weather events in the region.

Take Five: One last push

Take Five: One last push

Dec 12 (Reuters) - European Union leaders meet for one last push to secure a deal and fund Ukraine with frozen Russian cash, while the United States releases overdue labour market and retail sales data.