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Nepal disaster to be first test for climate damage fund

Nepal disaster to be first test for climate damage fund

Nepal has requested financial assistance from a special UN climate loss and damage fund following devastating floods. This request serves as a critical test to determine if the fund can provide meaningful support beyond its initial establishment.

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New EU regulations effective in 2031 will allow higher CO2 emissions for industries to help reduce energy costs and improve global competitiveness. However, experts indicate that the measure will likely provide minimal financial relief to businesses while causing an increase in total emissions.

Very cheap room in the heart of London: Booking.com leaves fake ad for 10 Downing Street listing up

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1.5-degree target is a lost cause: 'There are no good scenarios left now'

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Brussels imposes stricter rules on ChatGPT, Reddit, and Roblox

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UN committee calls for extensive reparations for transatlantic slave trade

UN committee calls for extensive reparations for transatlantic slave trade

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