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A weather map measuring temperatures shows the impact of heatwaves across South Asia on 21 April. Orange and Dark Orange indicate a range from 30 to 40 Celsius. Image: Windy.com
Climate Change

Heatwaves broil South Asia with record temperatures

Year on year temperatures continue to rise and heat waves have become an all too common hazard.

As average temperatures rise and heat waves become more frequent and intense, it’s become clear that infrastructure and in particular roads are vulnerable to accelerating global warming.Photographer: Robert Michael/Picture Alliance/Getty Images
Bloomberg Special

The world’s roads aren’t ready for a hotter climate

How a volcanic bombardment in ancient Australia led to the world's greatest climate catastrophe
Climate Change

How a volcanic bombardment in ancient Australia led to the world's greatest climate catastrophe

Thousands were evacuated from coastal areas in Oman. Photo: BBC
World+Biz

Tropical cyclone batters Oman and Iran, killing 10

Next 10 years final chance to avert climate catastrophe: UN chief
Climate Change

Next 10 years final chance to avert climate catastrophe: UN chief