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Published on 10:01 GMT

Misinformation is already a problem during natural disasters. AI chatbots aren’t helping

When deadly flash floods hit central Texas last week, people on social media site X turned to artificial intelligence chatbot Grok for answers about whom to blame. Grok confidently pointed to President Trump. “Yes. Trump’s 2025 cuts slashed NOAA/NWS …

Source: Los Angeles Times - Center-left
Published on Jul 10, 2025

Real and fake antidotes to Trump's latest tariffs, seen from South Africa

U.S. President Donald Trump apparently aims to reassert his power to cause a full-blown economic catastrophe, perhaps reminiscent of 1930s-scale Make America Great Depression Again. The self-harm to his own MAGA lower-middle-class social base – especially …

Source: CADTM - Left-wing
Published on Jul 10, 2025

African Crypto Adoption Accelerates While Vital Support Systems Starve

Across Africa, crypto’s story is getting rittier: solving daily problems while wrestling with infrastructure gaps. The tech works. The systems around it? Still catching up. This article gives you an inside look at some of the newest developments. South …

Source: Disrupt Africa - Neutral
Published on Jul 10, 2025

How social media influencers shape public opinion in South Africa

Lindokuhle Tonono Social media was supposed to be a place where everyone could finally have a voice. For years, we heard that platforms like Facebook, Instagram, X, and TikTok would open up public conversation. No more gatekeepers in newsrooms deciding …

Source: Weekend Argus - Indeterminate
Published on Jul 10, 2025

Prince Kaybee silences troll, shares untold story of helping 2019 Durban flood victims

Prince Kaybee recently put a troll in their place after being asked what he has done for society The DJ/ producer revealed how he helped the Durban flood victims of 2019 with housing, and received applause from netizens South Africans praised Kaybee …

Source: Briefly - Neutral
Published on Jul 10, 2025

Africa's climate crisis: 2021-2025 marks the deadliest period in 15 years

Droughts were by far the most significant hazard, affecting 178 million people or more than 81 per cent of those impacted between 2021 and 2025. Floods affected roughly 14 per cent and storms or cyclones impacted around 4.7 per cent. The Horn of Africa …

Source: Down to Earth - Center-left
Published on Jul 10, 2025

G20 take note: Climate adaptation today will ensure Africa’s thriving future

Despite its low contribution to greenhouse gas emissions, Africa faces the brunt of climate change. Photo: Patrick Meinhardt/AFP South Africa is the current president of the G20, a first for the African continent. The government has chosen Solidarity, …

Source: Mail & Guardian - Left-wing
Published on Jul 10, 2025

These Religious Jews Became a Lifeline After Texas’s Deadly Flood

In Texas’s Hill Country, floodwaters swallowed everything—homes, livestock, lives. Yet in the midst of the devastation, one small Jewish outpost stands as a beacon of hope. Rabbi Yossi and Malkie Marrus never imagined their quiet Chabad House would …

Source: Jew in the City - Pending
Published on Jul 10, 2025

Growing crisis of wetlands and livelihoods in Eastern Africa raises alarm

Wetlands Restoration Partners pose for a photo session during a stakeholders meeting in Nairobi in June 2025. Biodiversity, forestry, seascapes, and freshwater ecosystems thrived freely in the past. Experts say that the contribution of Indigenous peoples …

Source: Citizen TV Kenya - Indeterminate
Published on Jul 10, 2025

Mining spill highlights need to protect Zambia’s vital Kafue River & its fish

Researchers from The Wilderness Project (TWP) are documenting fish diversity along Zambia’s Kafue River to build a DNA reference library. The TWP scientists are collecting fin clippings and environmental DNA to help identify species, including some …

Source: Mongabay - Neutral
Published on Jul 10, 2025

WATCH | Durban flood victims left in the cold after hotel eviction

Dozens of flood victims left homeless by February’s devastating floods in Durban are facing a second night sleeping on the streets after being evicted from the Bayside Hotel on Dr Pixley KaSeme Street on Wednesday morning. The group, who were relocated …

Source: Witness - Pending
Published on Jul 9, 2025

Cedric Masondo | Tackling South Africa's growing insurance protection gap

09-07-25 / Cedric Masondo Cedric Masondo | Tackling South Africa's growing insurance protection gap In the town of Mthatha, a week of unprecedented rainfall has left a trail of devastation: More than 100 lives lost, thousands displaced, and roads …

Source: Insurance Biz South Africa - Neutral
Published on Jul 9, 2025

The alarming state of South Africa’s rangelands: 90% degradation and its impacts

An estimated 90% of South Africa’s rangelands are degraded. In many of our communally managed rangelands, poor land and livestock management is threatening livelihoods and biodiversity and degrading strategic water catchments, thereby contributing to the …

Source: IOL - Indeterminate
Published on Jul 10, 2025

Five-Nation Tour Ends: PM Modi wraps up landmark Namibia visit with key agreements, parliament address, UPI launch plan

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday departed for New Delhi, concluding his first official visit to Namibia, also marking the final leg of his five-nation tour that spanned Ghana, Trinidad & Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia. The Ministry of …

Source: Organiser Weekly - Pending
Published on Jul 10, 2025

China’s Off-grid Solar Home Systems Light Up Lives in Sub-Saharan Africa

In a rural, hard-to-reach area of Blantyre district in southern Malawi, Ephraim Louis cannot imagine where his life would be without the solar panel on the roof of his house. “I am not a captive of darkness anymore,” says Louis, 42. “It’s been more than 10 …

Source: New Security Beat - Washington DC - Pending
Published on Jul 10, 2025

South African Weather Service warns of another cold weather spell

Two provinces in South Africa are expected to experience another cold weather spell in the next few days The South African Weather Service predicted that a cold front would hit the Western and Northern Cape The cold front marks the third cold front in a …

Source: Briefly - Neutral
Published on Jul 8, 2025

South Africa: Insurance strategies to navigate construction challenges

South Africa’s R238bn infrastructure pipeline for 2025 should mark a new era of growth for the construction sector — but the reality on the ground is far more complex. While the country urgently needs upgrades to roads, energy and logistics systems, high …

Source: Zawya - Indeterminate
Published on Jul 10, 2025

World News | Nepali Lawmakers Demand Cross-border Information Sharing Mechanism with China Following Rasuwa Floods

Kathmandu [Nepal], July 10 (ANI): Nepali lawmakers have demanded a cross-border information sharing mechanism with China following the devastating flood of Tuesday, which till now has claimed nine lives, with 19 still unaccounted for. Addressing Wednesday…

Source: Latestly - Indeterminate
Published on Jul 8, 2025

Man surfs in Cape Town floods in TikTok video, South Africa amused

One man saw something other than a natural disaster when he experienced the recent Cape Town floods The adventurous gent made a video that lifted people's spirits following the flooding that hit the Mother City Online users cracked jokes about the …

Source: Briefly - Neutral

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Published on July 10, 2025 - 20:23 GMT

J Blanton Plumbing Stands Ready to Help Chicago Flood Victims After Torrential Rains

Following reports of severe flooding from CBS News, local plumbing experts urge residents to protect homes and share strategies to mitigate water damage. NORTHBROOK, IL, UNITED STATES, July 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As torrential rains …

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Published on July 10, 2025 - 16:22 GMT

When Flood Zones Become Uninsurable: Next Steps for Louisiana Property Owners

HOUMA, LA, UNITED STATES, July 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As flood risk increases across coastal and inland Louisiana, insurance carriers are reevaluating their exposure in high-risk zones. The result is a growing number of areas labeled as …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 00:54 GMT

Public Invited to Appeal or Comment on Flood Maps in Belknap County, New Hampshire

Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps are available for review by residents and business owners in affected communities in Belknap County, New Hampshire. Residents and business owners are encouraged to review the latest …

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Published on July 10, 2025 - 18:08 GMT

State of natural disaster declared in five cities, 11 municipalities

At today's session, the Serbian government adopted the Decision to declare a state of natural disaster in five cities and 11 municipalities, given that due to the long-term drought and lack of precipitation, extremely high temperatures and hurricane- …

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Published on July 10, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Merit Coﬀee Donating 100% of Drink Proceeds to Kerr County Flood Relief This Weekend

On July 12th, Merit Coﬀee will donate 100% of proceeds from all hot and iced coﬀee drink sales across its 13 Texas cafés to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund. SAN ANTONIO, TX, UNITED STATES, July 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to the …

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Published on July 10, 2025 - 23:58 GMT

DNR accepting applications for $9 million in flood hazard mitigation grants (published July 10, 2025)

Applications for this round of funding due Aug. 11 The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is accepting new and updated grant applications for the Flood Hazard Mitigation Grant Assistance Program. Under this program, the state provides cost-share …

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Published on July 10, 2025 - 21:00 GMT

Hudbay Provides an Update on Snow Lake Operations due to Wildfire Evacuation Order

TORONTO, July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hudbay Minerals Inc. (“Hudbay” or the “Company”) (TSX, NYSE: HBM) continues to respond to the wildfire situation in northern Manitoba and is working closely with local and provincial authorities to ensure its …

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Published on July 10, 2025 - 18:37 GMT

Strong Offshore Earthquake Rattles New Zealand

(MENAFN) A strong earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6.3 struck off the southern coast of New Zealand on Monday, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The seismic event occurred at 12:53 GMT and was centered approximately 208 …

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Published on July 10, 2025 - 21:34 GMT

Data Foundation Announces Key Senior Fellow Appointments to Climate Data Collaborative

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Data Foundation today announced the appointment of three distinguished experts as Senior Fellows contributing to its Climate Data Collaborative (CDC), significantly …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Environment ...
Published on July 10, 2025 - 20:39 GMT

Climavision Selected by IRCAI and AWS for 2025 Compute for Climate Fellowship

LOUISVILLE, KY, UNITED STATES, July 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Climavision, the weather technology company combining proprietary radar networks with advanced numerical weather prediction (NWP) and AI forecasting, today announced it has been …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry, Energy Industry ...
Published on July 10, 2025 - 18:36 GMT

Jase Medical Launches Jase Pantry: 30-Day Emergency Food Supply Packed with High Calories and Protein

Jase Pantry reflects the company’s expanded mission: to help people prepare for the unexpected by securing all 3 survival essentials—food, water, and medicine SALT LAKE CITY, UT, UNITED STATES, July 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jase Medical, …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Consumer Goods ...
Published on July 10, 2025 - 16:30 GMT

Four Decades After Live Aid, Ethiopia’s Hunger Crisis Returns

“On the Frontlines of Hunger” reveals Tigray’s battle against hunger and global silence. BLOOMFIELD, NJ, UNITED STATES, July 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Forty years after the world united through the historic Live Aid concerts to raise funds for …

Distribution channels: Human Rights, International Organizations ...
Published on July 10, 2025 - 16:22 GMT

When Flood Zones Become Uninsurable: Next Steps for Louisiana Property Owners

HOUMA, LA, UNITED STATES, July 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As flood risk increases across coastal and inland Louisiana, insurance carriers are reevaluating their exposure in high-risk zones. The result is a growing number of areas labeled as …

Distribution channels: Environment, Insurance Industry ...
Published on July 10, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Merit Coﬀee Donating 100% of Drink Proceeds to Kerr County Flood Relief This Weekend

On July 12th, Merit Coﬀee will donate 100% of proceeds from all hot and iced coﬀee drink sales across its 13 Texas cafés to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund. SAN ANTONIO, TX, UNITED STATES, July 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to the …

Distribution channels: Food & Beverage Industry, Natural Disasters ...
Published on July 11, 2025 - 00:54 GMT

Public Invited to Appeal or Comment on Flood Maps in Belknap County, New Hampshire

Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps are available for review by residents and business owners in affected communities in Belknap County, New Hampshire. Residents and business owners are encouraged to review the latest …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 00:54 GMT

President Donald J. Trump Approves Emergency Declaration for New Mexico

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of New Mexico to supplement response efforts due to emergency conditions resulting from severe storms, flooding and landslides beginning on June 23, 2025, and …

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Published on July 10, 2025 - 16:08 GMT

FEMA Offers Equal Access to Assistance for all Tennessee Disaster Survivors

FEMA is committed to providing equal access to federal assistance for Tennesseans who were affected by the April 2-24 severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding. Anyone with an accessibility need who is applying for FEMA assistance should …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 15:30 GMT

Partners advance forest health on fire-impacted landscape, protecting communities and State Water Project headwaters

New FRB accelerates forest restoration on Plumas National Forest, protecting the Upper Feather River Watershed, which supplies water to 27 million Californians. TAYLORSVILLE, CA, UNITED STATES, July 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Blue Forest …

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Published on July 10, 2025 - 02:52 GMT

FEMA Assistance May Be Available to Help with Rent

ST. LOUIS – If you don’t have a safe place to live because of recent disasters in Missouri, you can apply for FEMA Assistance to help you pay for alternate temporary housing. To request assistance to help with rent, homeowners and renters need to contact …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 14:18 GMT

Ember Flash Aerospace and Firewave Join Forces to Accelerate Ultra-Early Wildfire Detection and Autonomous Suppression

Firewave’s real-time acoustic sensors pair with Ember Flash’s Vigilant Detect AI and Raptor suppression drone, slashing fire verification to seconds. BOULDER CREEK, CA, UNITED STATES, July 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ember Flash Aerospace …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 13:19 GMT

THE ADAM R. SCRIPPS FOUNDATION RESPONDS ($1M+) TO KERRVILLE, HILL COUNTRY FLOODS

Adam R. Scripps Foundation commits $1M+ to Texas flood relief and will match gifts up to $150K; Assistance Provided to Local Organizations and Search & Rescue KERRVILLE, TX, UNITED STATES, July 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Adam R. Scripps …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 20:13 GMT

Disaster Assistance Available for July Flood Survivors in Texas

AUSTIN, Texas – Disaster assistance is now available to eligible survivors in Kerr County affected by the severe storms, straight-line winds and flooding that began July 2, 2025. Under Individual Assistance, FEMA and the State may be able to provide …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 20:13 GMT

Choctaw County, Oklahoma Flood Maps Become Final

DENTON, Texas – New flood maps have been finalized and will become effective on Jan. 9, 2026, for Choctaw County, Oklahoma. During the next six months, a FEMA compliance specialist will work with the community to update each floodplain ordinance and adopt …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 20:13 GMT

Love County, Oklahoma Flood Maps Become Final

DENTON, Texas – New flood maps have been finalized and will become effective on Jan. 9, 2026, for Love County, Oklahoma. During the next six months, a FEMA compliance specialist will work with the community to update each floodplain ordinance and adopt …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 20:13 GMT

FEMA, SBA and the State of Texas to Open Disaster Recovery Center in Kerrville

AUSTIN, Texas – In coordination with the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM), FEMA and U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) staff will open a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) tomorrow, July 10 to offer face-to-face help to survivors affected by …

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Published on July 8, 2025 - 22:47 GMT

Florida's 2025 Hurricane Season Means Planning for Senior Safety

After Texas Floods, What Steps Should Seniors Take To Be Hurricane Safe? PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL, UNITED STATES, July 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The devastating flooding in Texas has caused recent concerns about hurricane preparedness. At …

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Published on July 8, 2025 - 21:47 GMT

Proactive IT Planning Is Now Essential for Business Continuity in High-Risk Regions, Experts Say

New insights from Los Angeles-based cybersecurity professionals underscore the rising need for integrated disaster readiness and IT resilience. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, July 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As climate-driven emergencies and …

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Published on July 8, 2025 - 21:33 GMT

Napa Firewise Helps Secure Firewise USA® Status for 18 Communities

Eighteen Communities Across Napa County Achieve Firewise USA® Designation as Wildfire Preparedness Efforts Expand Amid Growing Fire Risk NAPA, CA, UNITED STATES, July 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As California braces for a wildfire season …

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