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The world’s coal use is expected to reach a new high of 8.7bn tonnes this year, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA).

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After the storm raged through the islands on December 14, officials say it will take days to fully comprehend the extent of ...

As 2024 comes to a close, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the “best of” everything that shaped the year. Spotify Wrapped ...

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Deep in the ocean, living in eternal darkness, is the dumbo octopus (of the genus Grimpoteuthis), a creature that few humans have seen face-to-face. When someone is lucky enough to spot one, they're ...

Glowing red lobsters, octopus gardens, towering tree-like corals and glass sponges that are thousands of years old make up ...

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