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What impact will climate change have on Scotland?
Posted by Scotsman: None Given on May 25th, 2015
Scotsman: While climate change is no longer news to anyone, it can seem like an arbitrary concept; a term bandied about by politicians and cited by campaigners. But its effects, caused by all of us, will be felt by all of us. Scotland -- its wildlife and landscapes -- is already experiencing the consequences of our changing climate, and we are only likely to see more of these if the changes continue at their current rate. Here are some of the ways Scotland will feel the impact. Coastal habitats could be lost...
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United Kingdom: Trust backs beaver reintroduction
Posted by Washington Post: Juliet Eilperin on May 25th, 2015
BBC: Beavers should be resident in Scotland, according to the National Trust for Scotland.
The heritage body said it supported the general licensed reintroduction of the animals.
Scottish Natural Heritage is due to release a report on the Knapdale beaver trial in Argyll ahead of a government decision on the project's future.
More than 150 beavers, which originated from escapes or illegal releases, also live in waterways in Tayside.
The Trust has published a policy statement setting out its...
Deadly heatwaves will be more frequent coming decades, say scientists
Posted by Washington Post: Juliet Eilperin on May 25th, 2015
Guardian: The heatwave that scorched eastern Europe in 2010, killing thousands of people and devastating crops, was the worst since records began and led to the warmest summer on the continent for at least 500 years, a new scientific analysis has revealed.
The research also suggests that "mega-heatwaves", such as the prolonged extreme temperatures that struck western Europe in 2003 will become five to 10 times more likely over the next 40 years, occurring at least once a decade. But the 2010 heatwave was...
Deadly heatwave in India kills more than 500 people
Posted by Blue and Green: None Given on May 25th, 2015
Blue and Green: Some parts of the country are hitting 45C, leaving many people in the most isolated areas dead by heatstroke and extreme dehydration. Authorities say the heatwave might last for another 48 hours.
Areas hit by the high temperatures include Delhi, Palam, Uttar Pradesh and southern states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana – where temperature hit 48C.
People have been advised to stay indoors and drink plenty of water, but many living in rural areas or in the streets might struggle to do that.
India...