The Cost of Extreme Weather: Millions Killed & Trillions Lost | Vantage on Firstpost
A report by the World Meteorological Organization says that extreme weather events have led to over 2 million deaths and over $4 trillions in economic losses over 50 years. More than 90% of the deaths have taken place in developing countries. Asia and Africa are the regions most affected by extreme weather like Cyclones, Floods and Drought.
“Earth is Very Sick,” Earth Commission’s Disturbing Study | Vantage on Firstpost
The Earth is ill. This is according to scientists at Earth commission. It's a Sweden-based climate research group. Their study details how seven out of eight planetary safety limits have been breached. What does this mean? Here’s a report
Travelling to Bali Soon? Here's a New "Do's and Don’ts List" You Must Follow
Bali has issued a new list of 'dos and don'ts' for tourists, including asking them not to climb sacred structures or take 'indecent' photos at holy places. This after a spate of shocking headlines that highlighted unruly behaviour by visitors in the island. Our next report tells you more
