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Edmonton raises funds for Philippines after typhoons

Edmonton residents are mobilizing to raise funds for the Philippines after two powerful typhoons, including Fung-wong, hit the region in one week, causing widespread devastation and displacing 1.4 million people.

COP30 Climate Summit Opens in Brazil

The COP30 climate summit begins in Brazil with a UN plea for global cooperation. Despite US absence, new emissions data shows progress but falls short of 1.5°C goals. Indigenous leaders demand action.

Canadian Among 7 Dead in Nepal Avalanche

A devastating avalanche in Nepal's Himalayas has claimed seven climbers' lives, including one Canadian mountaineer, during a challenging expedition on Mount Manaslu.

Prince William's Earthshot Prize Awards in Rio

The Prince of Wales brings his prestigious Earthshot Prize to Brazil, spotlighting groundbreaking solutions to the planet's most pressing environmental challenges in a glamorous awards ceremony.

NB Legislation Advances Mactaquac Dam Refurbishment

New Brunswick's government has introduced groundbreaking legislation to secure the future of the Mactaquac Dam, setting the stage for a massive refurbishment project that will power the province for decades to come.

Typhoon Kalmaegi kills 66 in earthquake-hit Philippines

Typhoon Kalmaegi has claimed 66 lives in the Philippines, devastating a province that was still recovering from a recent deadly earthquake. The storm brought massive flooding and landslides to the vulnerable region.

Lula Unveils Bold New Amazon Protection Vision

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva announces groundbreaking vision to protect the Amazon rainforest, combat deforestation, and unite South American nations in environmental conservation efforts.

U.S. Shadow Over COP30 Climate Summit

As the world prepares for COP30 in Brazil, America's political landscape and climate policies continue to shape global negotiations, even without formal participation in the upcoming summit.

UN Climate Talks: Time for Action, Not Just Words

As global leaders prepare for another round of UN climate negotiations in Brazil, environmental experts and activists are calling for concrete action rather than more empty promises and prolonged discussions.

Hurricane Wedding: Jamaica to Saskatoon Airport

A Saskatchewan couple's tropical Jamaican wedding was dramatically relocated to Saskatoon Airport after Hurricane Beryl devastated their original venue. Their love story triumphs over nature's fury.

Typhoon Kalmaegi: 26 Dead in Philippines Flooding

Deadly Typhoon Kalmaegi has battered the northern Philippines, claiming 26 lives and leaving countless residents stranded on rooftops while vehicles disappear beneath raging floodwaters.

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