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Environment
Central American Children Suffer Severe Impacts from Climate Change
The severe consequences of climate change in Central America's Dry Corridor are evident in children's lives: reduced food availability, frequent…
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Brazil’s Southern Flooding Highlights Climate Change Impact
Climate change has made the recent devastating floods in southern Brazil twice as likely, exacerbated by the natural El Niño…
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New Frog Species Discovered in Ecuador Honors Conservationist Norma Ewing
A new frog species, Pristimantis normaewingae, was discovered in Ecuador's Cerro Candelaria reserve. It is named after American conservationist Norma…
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Coastal Populations in Latin America and the Caribbean Face Rising Climate Risks
A United Nations report warns that tens of millions in Latin America's coastal areas face escalating risks to healthcare and…
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The Death of 157 Howler Monkeys in Mexico Sparks Urgent Conservation Efforts
In a devastating blow to Mexico's wildlife, the deaths of 157 howler monkeys in Tabasco and Chiapas have prompted urgent…
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Colombian Biologist Wins National Geographic Explorer of the Year Award Saving Dolphins
Colombian marine biologist Fernando Trujillo emerges as the 2024 Rolex National Geographic Explorer of the Year, embodying a modern-day explorer…
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Severe Flooding in Brazil Devastates Communities Again
Heavy rains have struck Brazil's southernmost state once more, devastating days-long clean-up efforts and flooding previously untouched areas in Porto…
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Costa Rica Delays Electrical Rationing Amid Unexpected Rainfall
In a sudden reprieve brought by recent rains, Costa Rica postponed planned electrical rationings set for yesterday, marking a critical…
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Alarming Rise in Amazon Fires Marks a Troubling Start to 2024
Brazil's Amazon region has experienced a dramatic 151% increase in fires from January to April compared to 2023, setting a…
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City of Gold, City of Peril: Life at the Edge in Peru’s La Rinconada
High in the Peruvian Andes, where the air thins and the wind bites, a harsh reality tarnishes the golden dreams…
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