Reimagining Commercial Underwriting in the Age of AI

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The world is heading to add 57 superhot days a year, but study indicates it could have been worse

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...

The world expected to add 57 superhot days a year, but study indicates it could have been worse

The world is on track to add nearly two months of dangerous superhot days each year by the end of the century, with poorer small nations hit far more often than the biggest carbon-polluting countries, a study released Thursday found. But efforts...

Pacific islanders face discriminatory migration policies in NZ

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Swimming amid the shipwrecks of Micronesia's Chuuk Lagoon is like diving into a time machine. A ghost fleet of ships and aircraft, once part of a formidable Japanese naval base, dot the floor of the state of Chuuk's shallow waters. They lie amid...

World heading to add 57 superhot days a year

The world is on track to add nearly two months of dangerous superhot days each year by the end of the century, with poorer small nations hit far more often than the biggest carbon-polluting countries, a study released Thursday found. But efforts...

World heading to 57 global superhot days; could have been worse

The world is on track to add nearly two months of dangerous superhot days each year by the end of the century, with poorer small nations hit far more often than the biggest carbon-polluting countries, a study released Thursday found. But efforts...

World seeing more dangerous heat days — and it’s just the beginning, study says

The world is on track to add nearly two months of dangerous superhot days each year by the end of the century, with poorer small nations hit far more often than the biggest carbon-polluting countries, a study released Thursday found. But efforts...

The world is heading toward 57 more superhot days a year; study shows it could have been worse

VOL. 49 | NO. 43 | Friday, October 17, 2025 WASHINGTON (AP) — The world is on track to add nearly two months of dangerous superhot days each year by the end of the century, with poorer small nations hit far more often than the biggest...

World heading to add 57 superhot days a year, but study indicates it could have been worse

The world is on track to add nearly two months of dangerous superhot days each year by the end of the century, with poorer small nations hit far more often than the biggest carbon-polluting countries, a study released Thursday found. But efforts...

Nickel mining threatens Raja Ampat ecosystems, communities & conservation: Report

A new environmental report warns that expanding nickel mining is placing Raja Ampat’s coral reefs, forests and Indigenous communities under intensifying threat. Using geospatial mapping and field evidence, researchers document how mining...

Climate study finds overheating world will add 57 superhot days a year

The report says 10 small, ocean-dependent nations will experience the biggest increase in dangerous heat days, despite collectively producing only 1 percent of global heat-trapping gases. Published On 16 Oct 202516 Oct 2025 A new study by World...

‘One year it could be bushfires and another year flood’ – what drew architect James Davidson to “unsexy” resilience work

Architect James Davidson managed the restoration of the Lamb House, now known as Home, cited as nationally significant by the Australian Institute of Architects. It was part of his radical switch from doing high end work for rich clients to...

Manamea Schwalger Leads Samoa’s Delegation at the Triathlon World Champs Parade of Nations

Manamea Schwalger will go down in history as the first woman from Samoa to race at a Triathlon World Champs. The 19-year-old has arrived at the 2025 Age Group World Tri Championship in Wollongong Australia, and has done her country proud to lead...

Father shares traditions with daughter

WITH over 13 years of experience in traditional voyaging, Iva Nancy Vunikura was honoured to assume the title of matua, a role that entails mentorship and guidance, especially to the young crew on board the Uto Ni Yalo. The voyage from Fiji to the...

26 new HIV cases in 2025

BY JOHN HOUANIHAU The updated number of new HIV cases as of September 30, 2025 is 26. Dr Jackson Rakei, Director of HIV, STI and Viral Hepatitis programme at the Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) gave the update during an Australia...

Countering Trump, Pacific Islanders Are Leading on Climate

The leaders of the Pacific Islands are forging a united front against President Donald Trump’s climate denialism and leading the world in the battle against the climate crisis. After Trump gave an inflammatory speech at the United Nations last...

Aust supports ICT upgrade at Magistrate Court

The Central Magistrates Court has received a significant boost to its digital capabilities with the provision of new Information and Communication Technology (ICT) equipment from the Government of Australia. Through the Australia Solomon Islands...

200 niche, surprising and mind-blowing football facts to help you ace pub quizzes

Want some incredible football facts? We've got you covered. Whether you're revising for a pub quiz, bored at work or looking for something to read on the loo, we've got facts on all facets of the beautiful game. So strap in for a long, old ride –...