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These 3D maps show the world's population clusters like you've never seen them
These 3D-rendered maps use the EU’s population density data and mapping tool Aerialod to show where the world's largest population clusters are.
Climate Change
Australia's bushfires impacted over 3 billion animals
A new report by WWF-Australia, has shown that 3 billion animals were either killed or displaced during Australia's devastating 2019-20 bushfires season.
Australia
We need to get better at recording heat-related deaths – it could be crucial for understanding climate change
Official national heat-related mortality in Australia may be 50 times lower than the real figure. More accurate recording of deaths can better show the effects of climate change.
COVID-19
How New Zealand and Australia are tackling COVID-19
A look at how Australia and New Zealand are easing restrictions and crafting a new normal while putting measures in place to reduce future transmission.
COVID-19
Coronavirus: What does 'furlough' mean and how will it affect workers worldwide?
From 80% wage grants in the UK to a $2 trillion rescue package in the US, here's how different countries are supporting employers affected by COVID-19.
COVID-19
4 news stories you might have missed last week
From the discovery of flying reptile fossils to another mass coral bleaching, here’s a look at other news stories besides the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Australia
Should koalas be declared an endangered species?
Following decades of habitat loss and catastrophic wildfires, this marsupial may now be endangered in some areas of the country.
Australia
Prisoners in South Australia were given the opportunity to write. Here's what happened
'Life Sentences' encouraged South Australian prisoners to write - and showed how they might benefit from the experience.
Biodiversity
Here’s how one UK seed bank is ensuring the survival of 8,900 Australian species
After wildfires devastated huge areas of forest and agricultural land in Australia, the UK's Kew Gardens Millenium Seed Bank are storing seeds in sub-zero temperatures to ensure the survi...
Australia
After devastating droughts and bushfires, Australia receives heavy rain
Australia has experienced the biggest sustained rainfall for 30 years in Sydney and the surrounding areas, causing flooding after a summer of extreme heat and deadly bushfires.
Australia
Heatwave and high winds could reignite the Australian wildfires
Fire warnings have been reissued in southeast Australia following reports of a heatwave accompanied by high winds. The states of New South Wales and Victoria have been some of the hardest...
Australia
This is how we can help Australia organize the world's generosity
A group from the Forum of Young Global Leaders has designed a smart platform that matches donations and offers of help with the people and places they're needed most.
Australia
'What was feared and what was warned...is here.' Australian filmmaker's devastating message on climate change
"It is here," said Lynette Wallworth while accepting her Crystal Award at the 2020 World Economic Forum Annual Meeting.
Climate Change
This chart shows the history of temperatures in Australia
A series of weather maps shows how the country has warmed over the past century.
Australia
5 global efforts to tackle Australian bushfires
As the bushfires rage in Australia, people from around the world are doing their part to try to reduce the damage caused.