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Coal, oil and gas are killing climate

The Australians might be expected to be a little isolated from the global effects of climate change. Not true, plus they seem to be possibly the most ...

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Tue 18th Jun 2013

What lies behind the power price increases in Australia? | John Quiggin

John Quiggin: To explain the latest 20% rise of electricity cost in Queensland, look no further than the free market reforms kickstarted in the 1990sJ...

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Mon 17th Jun 2013

World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought 2013

While we sit in comfort, many are suffering from an old but rapidly-growing problem. The loss of water from our environment is promoting desert and la...

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Mon 17th Jun 2013

Green Deal could add to the value of homes

Study finds more energy efficient homes can command a premium price from house buyers

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Mon 17th Jun 2013

House overwhelmed by floodwater in Uttarkashi, north India – video

A multi-storey home collapses into the overflowing river Ganga in Uttarkashi, a town in Uttarakhand, north India

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Mon 17th Jun 2013

Turtles turn to gelatinous prey

While loggerhead turtles have been investigated to try and find out how best to conserve this endangered species, new techniques with tiny data-collec...

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Sun 16th Jun 2013

Observer Ethical Awards 2013: Malala Yousafzai – International Campaigner of the Year

The 11-year-old from Pakistan who was shot by the Taliban on her way to school talks about her recovery and plans for the futureFrom the age of 11 Mal...

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Sun 16th Jun 2013