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Economic conflicts are world's greatest risk, WEF survey suggests
The Guardian· 2026-01-14 09:15
Group 1 - Economic conflicts between major powers are identified as the greatest risk facing the world over the next two years, with "geoeconomic confrontation" cited by 18% of surveyed experts [1][2] - The second most common risk is "state-based armed conflict," mentioned by 14% of respondents, followed by "extreme weather events" at 8% [2] - Economic sanctions have become a prevalent tool, exemplified by the freezing of billions of dollars of Russian assets post-invasion of Ukraine [3] Group 2 - Concerns are rising regarding access to critical economic resources, particularly rare earth metals, which are essential for technology products and largely controlled by China [3][4] - The G7 finance ministers are actively discussing strategies to diversify the supply of these critical minerals due to their concentrated supply chains [4] - Over a longer horizon of 10 years, the most severe risks identified relate to climate emergencies, with "extreme weather events" being the top concern [4][5] Group 3 - The World Economic Forum (WEF) warns that traditional rules and institutions that have maintained stability are now under threat, as trade, finance, and technology are increasingly used as tools of influence [7] - The upcoming Davos meeting will gather numerous senior figures from politics, business, and civil society to discuss the global economy, highlighting the importance of dialogue amidst current tensions [5][6]
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The Wall Street Journal· 2025-09-25 23:58
Many clubs are facing water shortages, while some in coastal areas must deal with extreme weather events that wash away dunes or even leave entire holes underwater https://t.co/OEKYbWokDx ...
Why Should Young Indians Tell Environmental Stories? | Gopikrishna Warrier | TEDxRVCE
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-15 16:22
Have you ever heard of a forest being compared to broiler chicken? I have. I'll tell you the story. It happened in 2013. My wife, my son and I, we were in Paramikulum Tiger Reserve in Paramikum town. I wanted a cup of tea and this elderly tea seller called me into his shop and he asked me when I went in he asked me what I do for a living. I said I write on the environment at that time. He pointed Yeah. He pointed to the he pointed to the forest in front of the front of him and said in malalam I'm sure a lot ...
Taking us ‘backwards’: Scientist slams Trump EPA’s ‘crazy’ move to repeal landmark finding
MSNBC· 2025-07-30 18:21
Today, tsunami waves hit Hawaii and California after one of the strongest earthquakes ever recorded struck off the coast of Russia. And while the worst is now over, advisories are still in place with warnings that rapid swings in the tidal levels could create exceptionally dangerous conditions. At the same time, a different type of danger in the Southeast as record-breaking oppressive heat continues for areas like the Northeast.Today is expected to be the biggest drain on the power grid. Heat so intense it ...