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Indonesia targets 2.3m hectares of protected forests for food & biofuel crop production

JAKARTA — The Indonesian government is targeting protected forest areas as part of its plan to convert 20 million hectares (50 million acres) of forest into “food and energy estates,” a move that could result in the largest deforestation project in the …

Source: Mongabay - Neutral
Published on Feb 5, 2025

What we’re watching: Weekly disaster update, February 3

We know all too well that disaster can strike anytime, anywhere in the world. Some disasters make headlines; others do not. Here at the Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP), we monitor the status of disasters worldwide and compile a list of the ones we’ …

Source: Center for Disaster Philanthropy - Label Pending
Published on Feb 5, 2025

Researchers make the case for shift from economic growth to human well-being within planetary limits

New research concludes that humanity would benefit more if it aims for ecological sustainability and stays within the limits of what Earth can provide, rather than pursuing relentless growth. The success of capitalism depends on the push for growth, which …

Source: Mongabay - Neutral
Published on Feb 3, 2025

Fears grow Trump has unleashed global trade war as Canada, Mexico and China retaliate | First Thing

Good morning. Global markets tumbled early on Monday in reaction to Donald Trump’s steep trade tariffs imposed on Canada, Mexico and China, which a Wall Street Journal editorial blasted as “the dumbest trade war in history”. The president hit Canada and …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on Feb 3, 2025

Where In The World Are Airlines Still Flying Trijet Passenger Planes?

The first trijet aircraft entered commercial service in the 1960s. Faced with rising fuel costs, airlines were looking for an aircraft that would be more fuel-efficient than four-engined aircraft such as the Boeing 707. Three-engined aircraft also had the …

Source: Simple Flying - Neutral
Published on Feb 3, 2025

Trump to Impose Tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China

Happy Monday! The country is bracing for six more weeks of winter after Punxsutawney Phil—who recently became a father—saw his shadow at Gobbler’s Knob on Sunday morning. But despair not: A recent study using data from the National Centers for …

Source: The Dispatch - Center-right
Published on Feb 2, 2025

The world at war: the flashpoints that the west ignores

The world is becoming a more dangerous place. It’s an often-heard sentiment these days, but is it really true? Historical comparisons are of limited help. Last week’s 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp, where 1. …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on Jan 31, 2025

Announcing The 89 Percent Project

Who really cares about climate change, anyway? In this fraught political moment — as governments around the world gut their climate policies, online platforms loosen the spigots of disinformation, and human suffering from global heating deepens — it’s easy …

Source: Covering Climate Now - Center-left

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 23:23 GMT

PlanetBids Launches Disaster Recovery Bids to Aid Southern California Agencies Affected by Wildfires

PlanetBids' announces Disaster Recovery Bids to support recovery and rebuilding efforts for Southern California communities affected by the recent wildfires. STUDIO CITY, CA, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response …

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Published on February 6, 2025 - 13:30 GMT

Iconic Female Items of ‘Blade Runner 2049’ Hit Propstore’s Auction Block, Funds to Support LA Wildfires

Movie fans and collectors have the chance to own authentic props and costumes from the female stars who defined Blade Runner 2049 in an upcoming online auction LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Propstore – …

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Published on February 6, 2025 - 02:13 GMT

Returning Home after the LA County Wildfires

LOS ANGELES – As more Eaton Canyon and Pacific Palisades neighborhoods impacted by Los Angeles County wildfires open to residents, city and county officials caution that these areas are still dangerous, due to considerable risks remaining from waste, …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 12:30 GMT

California Wildfires Could Be Stopped with "Natural Fire Hydrants"

AquaterreX Introduces Game-Changing Solution Using Deep Seated Water Technology ST. PETERSBURG, FL, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AquaterreX has unveiled an innovative approach to combating California wildfires by …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 22:07 GMT

Press Release: Federal, State and Local Agencies Come Together to Speed Up Wildfire Recovery with New Temporary ...

Feb. 5, 2025 The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA) is working with the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA), the California Department of Toxic Substances Control, …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 22:24 GMT

LA wildfires highlight nation’s insurance crisis as homeowners try to recover lost homes

The [FAIR] plan is a temporary coverage option created by the state as a last resort for homeowners who can’t find private insurance. More Californians are relying on it than ever after several major insurance companies either paused or restricted new …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 17:58 GMT

The Jaime & Blanca Jarrín Foundation and Los Defensores Present the 4th Annual Celebrity Golf Classic to Support ...

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The fourth annual Jaime & Blanca Jarrín Golf Classic, presented by Los Defensores, is on February 10th and is taking place at San Gabriel Country Club. This year, the proceeds raised at the event will …

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Published on February 4, 2025 - 16:30 GMT

JBJF and Los Defensores Present the 4th Annual Golf Classic to Support Wildfire Relief Benefiting World Central Kitchen

Legendary broadcaster and MLB Hall-of-Famer Jaime Jarrín brings celebrities and athletes together to raise money for wildfire-affected communities LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The fourth annual Jaime …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 23:23 GMT

PlanetBids Launches Disaster Recovery Bids to Aid Southern California Agencies Affected by Wildfires

PlanetBids' announces Disaster Recovery Bids to support recovery and rebuilding efforts for Southern California communities affected by the recent wildfires. STUDIO CITY, CA, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response …

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Published on February 6, 2025 - 07:19 GMT

State, FEMA Approve $9.77 Million to Replace Chestoa Pike Road Bridge

The State of Tennessee and FEMA have approved $9.77 million to replace Unicoi County’s Chestoa Pike Road Bridge which straddles the Nolichucky River and was destroyed when floodwaters from Tropical Storm Helene swept across Eastern Tennessee in late …

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Published on February 6, 2025 - 07:19 GMT

Greene County Awarded $6.2 Million to Replace Poplar Springs Bridge

The State of Tennessee and FEMA have approved $6.2 million to replace Greene County’s Poplar Bridge, which spans the Nolichucky River and was destroyed and submerged in the river when Tropical Storm Helene swept across Eastern Tennessee in late September. …

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Published on February 6, 2025 - 07:19 GMT

Carter County Awarded $10.77 Million for Bridges Destroyed by Helene

The State of Tennessee and FEMA have approved $10.77 million for emergency measures and the restoration of two Carter County bridges that cross the Elk River in Elizabethton. Both were destroyed when Tropical Storm Helene swept across Eastern Tennessee in …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 17:54 GMT

Affinity Group Publishing Spotlights Latest News on Mexico, Canada, China Tariffs

Explore thousands of news articles on global trade tensions, and other trending news, labeled by political bias WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With President Donald Trump's recent announcement of …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 17:18 GMT

Empowering Equality: International Women's Day Gala Honors Inspirational Women and Supports LA Fire Relief Efforts

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- International Women's Day, which is designated on March 8th, is celebrated worldwide as a day honoring women's social, economic, cultural, and political achievements …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 15:30 GMT

Life for Relief and Development (LIFE) Brings Warmth Globally

Life for Relief and Development (LIFE) Provides Winter Aid to Eight Countries SOUTHFIELD, MI, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the harsh winter season exacerbates challenges for families worldwide, particularly those …

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Published on February 6, 2025 - 02:13 GMT

Reminder: Rental Requirement Begins March 1st for Direct Housing Participants

LAHAINA, Maui – Wildfire survivors currently in FEMA’s Direct Housing Program will be required to begin paying rent on March 1, 2025. The rental requirement will be in effect for the remainder of FEMA’s housing assistance program, which has been extended …

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Published on February 6, 2025 - 02:13 GMT

Returning Home after the LA County Wildfires

LOS ANGELES – As more Eaton Canyon and Pacific Palisades neighborhoods impacted by Los Angeles County wildfires open to residents, city and county officials caution that these areas are still dangerous, due to considerable risks remaining from waste, …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 12:30 GMT

California Wildfires Could Be Stopped with "Natural Fire Hydrants"

AquaterreX Introduces Game-Changing Solution Using Deep Seated Water Technology ST. PETERSBURG, FL, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AquaterreX has unveiled an innovative approach to combating California wildfires by …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 11:55 GMT

Microamp Presents Military-Grade Data Security with Encrypted 5G mmWave Networks

Microamp released a solution brief on how organizations can achieve maximum security without compromising network performance for mission-critical operations. WARSAW, POLAND, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Microamp, in collaboration with …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 08:46 GMT

Almost two thirds of top private equity energy portfolio companies are fossil fuel companies

Private Equity Climate Risks researchers update searchable database of top private equity energy portfolios CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Private Equity Energy Tracker has been updated through January …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 19:25 GMT

Two Days Left for Georgians to Apply for Federal Disaster Assistance

The deadline is quickly approaching for Georgia survivors of Tropical Storm Debby (Aug. 4—20. 2024) and Hurricane Helene (Sept. 24—Oct. 30, 2024) in the counties designated for Individual Assistance to apply federal assistance. The application period to …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 19:25 GMT

Don’t Wait! Friday is the last day to apply for FEMA assistance in Mercer County, W.Va.

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Friday is the last day for Mercer County residents to apply for FEMA Assistance if they had damages from the Sept. 25-28, 2024, remnants of Tropical Storm Helene. THE DEADLINE TO APPLY IS FRIDAY, FEB. 7, 2025. FEMA assistance for …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 05:00 GMT

ESTHER International and Visa to collaborate on payments solutions for humanitarian aid

New collaboration between ESTHER International and Visa aims to simplify and accelerate humanitarian aid payments for crisis-affected communities. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ESTHER International, the …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 00:00 GMT

Kevin Miller Joins Extech Building Materials as Exterior Products Manager

Industry Veteran Strengthens Extech’s Expertise in Division 7 Solutions EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ, UNITED STATES, February 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Extech Building Materials, the Tri-State area’s premier building materials supplier, is proud to …

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Published on February 4, 2025 - 22:24 GMT

OPIC Technologies Leads in 3D Livestream Technology: A New Way to Share Live News

OPIC Technologies' 3D livestream tech transforms live news, offering immersive, interactive storytelling that brings audiences closer to the action. ORLANDO , FL, UNITED STATES, February 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- OPIC Technologies, Inc., …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 05:16 GMT

FEMA Approves Additional $1.3 Million for Emergency Work Following Florida's Hurricanes

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - FEMA has approved an additional $1.3 million to reimburse Florida communities for emergency work after Hurricanes Milton, Helene, and Debby. This includes: $935,244 for Marion County for debris removal (Milton). $118,386 for Hernando …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 05:16 GMT

Assistance Available for Self-Employed Wildfire Survivors

LOS ANGELES – Self-employed individuals in Los Angeles who became unemployed as a direct result of the wildfires, may apply for FEMA Individual Assistance, Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) and/or U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Disaster …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 05:16 GMT

FEMA Completes 167 Temporary Homes in Lahaina for Wildfire Survivors

LAHAINA, Maui – A community of 167 brightly colored temporary homes for wildfire survivors was completed this week on a Lahaina hillside where no housing existed a few months ago. The final modular home at the Kilohana group housing site, developed by the …

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