Several continents simultaneously saw record-high temperatures last month. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Earth experienced its warmest August on record, in a continuation of extreme heat records being broken in 2023.
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Germany sends much-awaited Leopard tanks to Ukraine
The first shipment of Leopard 2 tanks from Germany has been sent to Ukraine. Eighteen cutting-edge main battle tanks were delivered after Ukrainian crews were trained to use them. Defence Minister Boris Pistorius said he was sure the tanks could make a decisive contribution on the frontlines of the war. German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius said the tanks have made it into the hands of our Ukrainian friends as promised and on time.
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Presidents of Mediterranean demand action on climate crisis
Italy’s president and his counterparts in five European countries have demanded urgent moves to tackle the climate crisis after scorching heatwaves, wildfires and flooding.
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Millions vote in Nigeria election
Long queues have formed at polling stations in Nigeria as millions vote in the most competitive presidential election since military rule ended. Since 1999, Africa’s most populous country has been dominated by two parties, the ruling All Progressives Congress and the Peoples Democratic Party. But this time, there is also a strong challenge from a third-party candidate, the Labour Party’s Peter Obi, who is backed by many young people.
