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Preliminary data reveals that the world recently experienced its hottest week on record, following the hottest June ever recorded. Rising temperatures have severe consequences for ecosystems and the environment, underscoring the far-reaching effects of human-induced climate change. The report also highlights record-low Antarctic sea ice extent and hydrological extremes, emphasizing the urgent need for climate action.

A case of a rare brain infection caused by a free-living amoeba in contaminated waters has been reported in Kerala, India. Learn about primary amoebic meningoencephalitis (PAM), its symptoms, and the severe nature of the disease. Discover the risks associated with Naegleriafowleri, the amoeba responsible for the infection, and the importance of avoiding bathing in contaminated water.

About one in three countries worldwide is at high risk of a fiscal crisis, with developing countries facing the greatest burden of debt.

Just over a year ago, President Joe Biden signed a bipartisan bill that created a commission to study whether a National Museum of Asian Pacific American History and Culture. However, only about one-in-four Asian Americans (24%) consider themselves extremely or very informed about the history of Asian people in the United States, said a recent survey by PEW Research Centre.

The global refugee crisis is deepening, with over 2.4 million refugees in need of resettlement in 2024, marking a 20% increase compared to the previous year. Urgent action is required to address the escalating challenges faced by millions of refugees and displaced individuals worldwide, According to the Projected Global Resettlement Needs Assessment for 2024.

Opposition parties in India are meeting in Patna to chalk out a strategy to take on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in 2024 Lok Sabha polls.

Sweden has the highest percentage of supporters of the same sex marriage with 92 percent favouring, while Nigeria, with two per cent backing has the lowest supporting group.      

Who owns more homes in the United States? A survey from PEW Research Centre said that single women in the US own ore homes than men.

Digital platforms are crucial tools that have transformed social, cultural and political interactions everywhere. However, the world is much concerned about hate and lies online. The United Nations have come up with a a key report to shore up information integrity on digital platforms.  

Tens of thousands of civilians in Ukraine are in danger on the frontline after the collapse of the Kakhovka dam, which triggered a blame game between Russia and Ukraine.