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British empire’s past emissions ‘double UK’s climate responsibility’

The UK is responsible for almost twice as much global heating as previously thought when its colonial history is taken into account, analysis has revealed.

After a century of logging, Myanmar struggles to preserve its teak groves

After a century of logging, Myanmar struggles to preserve its teak groves

Demand in China, India, and Europe drives illegal logging of this valuable, versatile hardwood.
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As wildfires hit Australia, ocean warming from climate change endangers Tasmania

Tasmanian Aboriginals faced genocide, and now extreme climate change is threatening what’s left of their culture.
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