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Otago Daily Times
01-06-2025
- Climate
- Otago Daily Times
A warmer winter is on its way
Electricity bills may deliver less of a hammering this winter if Niwa's outlook for the next few months comes to fruition. It shows temperatures from June to August are "very likely" to be warmer than average this winter, meaning fewer cold snaps and frosts than usual. Niwa National Climate Centre forecasting principal scientist Chris Brandolino said El Nino Southern Oscillation (Enso) conditions in the tropical Pacific remained neutral at present, but there were "residual signals" that indicated weak La Nina conditions were persisting. Occasional La Nina-like atmospheric patterns might still emerge over the next three months, he said. "However, international guidance indicates about a 70% chance for the tropical Pacific to remain in an Enso-neutral state over the next three-month period." He said higher-than-normal atmospheric pressure was expected to the east of the country, leading to northeasterly flow anomalies that might shift to a more northwesterly direction towards the end of the three-month period. That means seasonal air temperatures are expected to be above average across all New Zealand regions for the winter season. "While cold snaps and frosts will occur, they are expected to be less frequent than usual." On the West Coast, Southern Alps and foothills, inland Otago, and Southland, temperatures were very likely to be above average, he said. Rainfall totals, soil moisture levels and river flows are about equally likely to be near normal or above normal. Temperatures were also very likely to be above average along coastal Otago, he said. "Rainfall totals are most likely to be in the near normal range, and soil moisture levels and river flows are about equally likely to be near normal or above normal." Mr Brandolino said for the remainder of the calendar year, Enso-neutral conditions were expected to persist. "The guidance available, however, suggests the possibility for La Nina conditions to return by summer 2025-2026." La Nina can bring more northeasterly winds to New Zealand, leading to drier conditions in the south and southwest of the South Island.
The Citizen
06-05-2025
- Climate
- The Citizen
SAWS warns public against fake winter cold-spell message
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has moved to dispel a widely circulating hoax message claiming a countrywide cold spell until August, attributing it to a phenomenon called 'Aphelion'. SAWS emphatically states that this claim is false and misleading. According to an article by Northcliff Melville Times, in clarifying the matter, SAWS explains that 'Aphelion' is indeed the point in earth's orbit when it is farthest from the sun. While this astronomical event is expected to occur on July 3 at 15:54, SAWS stresses that this distance variation has no significant impact on temperatures or seasons in South Africa. The nation's seasons are determined by the earth's axial tilt, not its distance from the sun. SAWS urges the public to refrain from circulating this inaccurate information. According to its seasonal climate watch issued on Friday, both minimum and maximum temperatures are anticipated to be above normal for most of the country during winter. This means temperatures are expected to be warmer than typically experienced during South African winters. While warmer conditions are generally forecast, SAWS acknowledges that South Africa will still be affected by various winter weather systems known to cause temperature drops, such as cold fronts and cut-off lows. The southern coastal regions are specifically predicted to experience below-normal temperatures for the remainder of the winter period. Addressing another climate factor, SAWS confirms that the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (Enso) has returned to a neutral state and is expected to remain so for the foreseeable future. SAWS adds that Enso has limited influence on South Africa during winter and is not anticipated to have a significant impact. As winter commences, rainfall is expected to focus primarily on the south-western parts of the country, as well as the east and south coastal regions. These areas are predicted to receive below-normal rainfall during the early, mid, and late winter periods. Breaking news at your fingertips… Follow Caxton Network News on Facebook and join our WhatsApp channel. Nuus wat saakmaak. Volg Caxton Netwerk-nuus op Facebook en sluit aan by ons WhatsApp-kanaal. Read original story on At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
Daily Express
27-04-2025
- Climate
- Daily Express
What Asean, Pacific regions can expect: US National Intelligence Council
Published on: Sunday, April 27, 2025 Published on: Sun, Apr 27, 2025 Text Size: A farmer showing dried up paddy field due to drought in Kota Belud in 2019. (Pic: Bernama) AVERAGE annual temperatures are likely to increase across Southeast Asia and Pacific Islands by approximately 1°C through 2030 and they will keep increasing through the remainder of the 21st century, according to a United States (US) National Intelligence Council (NIC) report published online in 2009. It warned that this region is at risk from the impact of climate change within 20 years until 2030 due to the large growing population, long coastlines, abundant low-lying areas, reliance on the agricultural sector and dependence on natural resources. The Report titled 'Southeast Asia and Pacific Islands: The Impact of Climate Change to 2030' was jointly prepared by Joint Global Change Research Institute, Battelle Memorial Institute, Pacific Northwest Division and Scitor Corporation, and focuses on the nations of Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, the Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia. It said these countries have a diverse range of governments, populations, religions, economic growth, development and allocation of natural resources, but all have a similar tropical maritime climate and face similar threats from climate change. It said the effects of climate change are already being felt in these nations. Average annual surface temperatures in the region increased by 0.5-1.1°C during the period 1901-2005. Precipitation patterns are changing regionally, with increases in some locations and decreases in others. Annual rainfall decreased across most of Indonesia (Java, Lampung, South Sumatra, South Sulawesi and Nusa Tenggara) and increased across most of the northern regions (Kalimantan and North Sulawesi) during 1931-1990. Sea level is rising and the magnitude varies regionally. During 1993-2001, the largest increases in sea level (15-25 mm per year) occurred near Indonesia and the Philippines, while only moderate changes (0-10 mm per year) along the coasts of Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam. Climate model simulations indicate average annual temperatures likely to increase by approximately 1°C through 2030, and will keep increasing for the remainder of the 21st century. Climate model simulations suggest net precipitation rates will increase across the region in the next 20 years, but there will likely be local decreases that will vary geographically and temporally. Climate model results suggest that the onset of the monsoon in Thailand, Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam may be delayed by 10-15 days during 2030-2070, but the duration of the monsoon will not change. There is no evidence from climate model simulations that Enso events will become more frequent due to climate change, but it is possible that their intensity may increase. Sea levels will continue to rise, although rates will vary across the region. By the end of the 21st century, sea level is projected to rise by approximately 30-40 cm. There is overwhelming evidence that climate change will impact a variety of sectors in Southeast Asia and Pacific Islands through 2030. All of the major effects of climate change on the region are interrelated, so it is impossible to assess one impact independently of the others. The most high-risk impacts are related to fresh water and ocean water resources, and include the following: Sea Level Rise – Rising sea level will cause a number of devastating effects in the region, including saltwater intrusion into estuaries and aquifers, coastal erosion, displacement of wetlands and lowlands, degradation of coastal agricultural areas and increased susceptibility to coastal storms. These effects are interrelated with impacts on agriculture, natural disasters, river deltas, water resources, coastal ecosystems, human livelihoods and infrastructure and national security. Sea level rise has overarching socioeconomic impacts as well, due to loss in income associated with degradation of agricultural areas and loss of housing associated with coastal inundation, for example. Water Resources – Future changes in regional water resources are closely tied to changes in precipitation. Individual areas under severe water stress in the region are projected to increase dramatically in the next few decades, although model results suggest that the region as a whole will not be at risk for water shortages. Fresh water resources on all island nations in the region are especially vulnerable to any variability in precipitation because many rely on rainwater collection for their supply of fresh water. The management of water issues is one of the most challenging climate-related issues in the region, as it is central to health and sustainable development. The impacts are interrelated on agriculture, river deltas, forests, coastal ecosystems, diseases and human health and national security. Agriculture – It is difficult to reliably simulate the complicated effects of future variations in temperatures, precipitation and atmospheric CO2 concentrations on crop growth. Temperature increases associated with climate change could result in a northward expansion of growing areas and a lengthening of the growing season. Rising atmospheric CO2 levels are expected to stimulate plant photosynthesis, which would result in higher crop yields. Studies show that the beneficial effects of CO2 on plants may be offset by average temperature increases of more than 2°C, however. Overall, it is likely that future crop yields will vary by region and by crop, with yield increases in some locations but decreases in others. The impacts of climate change on agriculture are interrelated with impacts on sea level, river deltas, natural disasters, water resources and national security. Coastal Regions – Coastal regions are some of the most at-risk areas due to their prevalence and high population density. Mangroves and coral reefs are two key coastal ecosystems expected to be significantly impacted by climate change. Many coastal areas are already degraded by pollution, sediment-laden runoff and destructive fishing practices. Climate change-related destruction and degradation of mangroves and coral reefs will only exacerbate these effects and result in long-term economic repercussions, since these ecosystems are central to the tourism, agriculture, fishing and aquaculture industries. The area's coastal regions are also susceptible to inundation associated with sea level rise and destruction of infrastructure from flooding and storm surges, which are likely to increase as a result of future climate change. Careful management and safeguarding of coastal regions by regional governments is therefore essential in the next 20 years, as the effects of climate change manifest themselves. Impacts on coastal regions are interrelated with sea level, river deltas, natural disasters, water resources, agriculture, forests and human livelihoods and infrastructure.
Associated Press
05-02-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
MEXC Fuels DeFi Innovation and Liquidity Security with the Berachain (BERA) Listing
VICTORIA, Seychelles, Feb. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MEXC, the world's leading cryptocurrency trading platform, announced the listing of the Berachain (BERA), scheduled for February 6, 2025, at 13:00 (UTC). The launch on MEXC will be accompanied by Airdrop+ rewards of 19,100 BERA and 50,000 USDT. Berachain: From Meme to EVM-Identical Layer 1 Berachain began as a meme, inspired by bear-themed JPEGs, and has since evolved into the creation of an innovative blockchain. It is a Layer 1 network that is both EVM-compatible and powered by a unique Proof of Liquidity (PoL) consensus mechanism. With this mechanism, validators not only stake tokens but also provide liquidity. Through its Proof of Liquidity (PoL) model, Berachain leverages active liquidity providers to secure the network, effectively turning capital into a core security resource. This groundbreaking approach has attracted significant financial backing, with the project raising $142 million in its latest funding round. As of January 2, the Berachain official website reports that 234 protocols are actively participating in its bArtio Testnet. BERA is a gas token, used for transactions and staking within its ecosystem. Berachain, powered by the BeaconKit modular consensus layer and built on the Cosmos SDK, offers flexibility for Ethereum-based blockchains. It enables developers to create both Layer-1 and Layer-2 solutions without needing to rewrite programming languages. Recently, Berachain launched Boyco, a pre-launch liquidity platform in collaboration with Enso and LayerZero, designed to address the cold start issue for new decentralized applications. Boyco's pre-deposit vaults have already reached $2.2 billion. Celebrate the BERA Launch with a prize pool of 19,100 BERA & 50,000 USDT In a significant show of support for Berachain and its expansive ecosystem, MEXC is set to list the new BERA token. This move not only underscores MEXC's commitment to pioneering blockchain projects but also connects users with a dynamic network that fuels cutting-edge initiatives. MEXC, known for quickly listing trending tokens, expands its offerings with Berachain (BERA). The BERA/USDT trading market officially launched in the Innovation Zone on February 6, 2025, at 13:00 (UTC), followed by the introduction of the BERA USDT perpetual futures at 13:10 (UTC), offering adjustable leverage from 1x to 50x with both cross and isolated margin modes. To celebrate the listing of Berachain (BERA) on MEXC Spot and Futures on February 6, MEXC is launching a series of exclusive activities starting on February 5, 2025, at 05:00 (UTC). Participants will have the chance to win BERA tokens, USDT bonuses, and other exciting rewards, with opportunities available for both new and experienced users. These activities include: Deposit at least 15 BERA or 100 USDT to qualify. Trade BERA Spot ($100) or trade BERA Perpetual Futures ($500) to earn 2 BERA each, limited to 3,500 users per activity, on a first-come, first-served basis. Event 2: Spot Challenge — Trade to Share 1,000 BERA (Open to All Users). Event 3: Futures Challenge — Trade to Share 50,000 USDT in Futures Bonuses (Open to All Users). The top 2,000 users with trading volumes over 20,000 USDT will share the reward pool, with individual rewards of up to 5,000 USDT. Event 4: Invite New Users and Share 4,000 BERA. Event 5: Spread the Word and Win 1,00 BERA Rewards Your Easiest Way to Trending Tokens MEXC aims to become the go-to platform offering the widest range of valuable crypto assets. The platform has grown its user base to 30 million by providing a diverse selection of tokens, high-frequency airdrops, and simple participation processes. In 2024, MEXC launched a total of 2,376 new tokens, including 1,716 initial listings and 605 memecoins, with total airdrop rewards exceeding $136 million. About MEXC Founded in 2018, MEXC is committed to being 'Your Easiest Way to Crypto'. Serving over 30 million users across 170+ countries, MEXC is known for its broad selection of trending tokens, frequent airdrop opportunities, and low trading fees. Our user-friendly platform is designed to support both new traders and experienced investors, offering secure and efficient access to digital assets. MEXC prioritizes simplicity and innovation, making crypto trading more accessible and rewarding. Contact: Lucia Hu PR Manager
