The spread of antibiotic resistance through plastic pathways

This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by one of our passionate readers, Ms. Maryam Latif with a bachelor’s degree in microbiology from Pakistan. The opinions expressed within reflect only the writer’s views and not necessarily The European Sting’s position on the issue.

This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by one of our passionate readers, Ms. Maryam Latif with a bachelor’s degree in microbiology from Pakistan. The opinions expressed within reflect only the writer’s views and not necessarily The European Sting’s position on the issue. For many years, antimicrobial resistance (AMR) was treated as a hospital problem. […]

How climate change is threatening human rights

© UNICEF/Sukhum Preechapanich Poverty caused by factors including climate change can make children more vulnerable to Violence.

This article is published in association with United Nations. With rising effects of climate change across the globe, the world has started recognising that climate change is not just an ecological collapse, but also a human rights crisis. UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk echoed this message in Geneva earlier this year and posed […]

UN sounds alarm over rising demands on water resources as scarcity increases

UN sounds alarm over rising demands on water resources as scarcity increases

This article is published in association with United Nations. Pressure on freshwater resources is growing as demand increases in regions marked by scarcity, the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) said in a report published on Friday.  It provides an update on renewable water availability, which refers to the amount of freshwater that is replenished each […]

A decisive turning point: Setting global industry on a fairer, greener path towards economic growth

This article is published in association with United Nations. The world moved closer to ensuring that industrial development is a net positive for people and the planet on Thursday, with the adoption of the Riyadh Declaration on the closing day of the Global Industry Summit, a week-long UN event in the Saudi capital.  The world is […]

Belém COP30 delivers climate finance boost and a pledge to plan fossil fuel transition

This article is published in association with United Nations. In a pivotal outcome at COP30 in Belém, Brazil, countries agreed on a sweeping package to scale up climate finance and accelerate implementation of the Paris Agreement – but without a clear commitment to move away from fossil fuels. “A new economy is rising, while the old […]

COP30 kicks off with urgent call to deliver on climate promises and scale up finance

This article is published in association with United Nations. Thousands of diplomats and climate experts are heading to Belém, in Brazil’s Amazon, for COP30 – the latest round of UN climate talks. Their task couldn’t be clearer: turn promises into action and agree on tougher plans to cut greenhouse gas emissions.  After decades of pledges and […]

UN chief ‘deeply saddened’ by devastating Texas floods as toll climbs past 80

This article is published in association with United Nations. The United Nations Secretary-General has expressed deep sorrow over the deadly floods in Texas that reportedly killed at least 80 people over the holiday weekend, including more than two dozen children at a summer camp. In a statement issued on Monday by his spokesperson, António Guterres said […]

The climate crisis: 5 things to watch out for in 2025

This article is published in association with United Nations. The Amazonian city of Belém, Brazil, will be the global focus of efforts to tackle the climate crisis in November 2025, when it hosts one of the most significant UN climate conferences in recent years.  However, throughout the years there will be plenty of opportunities to make […]

2024 to become the hottest year on record

This article is published in association with United Nations. The year 2024 is set to be the warmest on record, capping a decade of unprecedented heat fuelled by human activities, according to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO).  “Today I can officially report that we have just endured a decade of deadly heat. The top ten hottest […]

Empowering Ministries of Finance to Build Capabilities and Drive Climate Action: a New Self-Assessment Tool

This article is published in association with IMF. Anika Heckwolf, Leandro Rossi, Frank van Lerven This new tool offers Ministries of Finance (MoFs) the means to rapidly assess their climate capabilities and build the expertise and coordination mechanisms essential for a sustainable future. The transition to a zero-carbon, climate-resilient economy represents a significant global structural shift […]

COP16: Landmark biodiversity agreements adopted

This article is published in association with United Nations. The world’s largest biodiversity summit, known as COP16, concluded this weekend in Colombia, with several landmark decisions, including first ever agreements on nature’s genetic data and on recognising people of Africa descent and Indigenous Peoples as key stewards in conservation efforts. “This is an unprecedented occasion in […]

Heat claims more than 175,000 lives annually in Europe, latest data shows

This article is published in association with United Nations. A staggering 175,000 people die from heat-related causes every year in Europe and that figure is set to soar in line with our steadily warming planet. That’s the warning from the UN World Health Organization (WHO), which said on Friday that European countries are seeing temperatures rise […]

IMF and World Bank Working Together to Scale up Climate Finance

This article is published in association with IMF. International Roundtable for Scaling Up Climate Finance for BeninTobias Adrian, Financial Counsellor and Director of the Monetary and Capital Markets Department July 17, 2024 I would like to warmly thank the authorities for hosting this kickoff meeting for scaling up climate finance for Benin. I would also like […]

Integrating Economic and Climate Data Will Strengthen Climate Policy

This article is published in association with IMF. Data Gaps Initiative helps policymakers better understand the environmental impact of economic activities and the effectiveness of climate policies Jim Tebrake, Francien Berry, Darja Milic As economies worldwide strive to reduce emissions and achieve sustainable growth, reliable data is crucial. It forms the foundation for informed decision-making, guiding […]

Current challenges in water and sanitation management

This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Valeria Hernández, a 3rd year medical student in the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Sonora, Mexico. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and […]

The Toxic Triad: War, Greed, and Environmental Destruction

This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Sadia Khalid, a dedicated professional with an extensive academic background, holding an MBBS and an MD degree. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do […]

Our Earth, Our Home: Let’s keep it Safe

This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Sadia Khalid, a dedicated professional with an extensive academic background, holding an MBBS and an MD degree. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do […]

Our Earth: Our Home. Nurturing it Through the Wisdom of History

This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Sadia Khalid, a dedicated professional with an extensive academic background, holding an MBBS and an MD degree. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do […]

Planet Earth: Our Only Home in the Universe

This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Oliva García-González , a Mexican medical student. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do not necessarily reflect IFMSA’s view on the topic, nor The […]

Small actions towards a better Earth

This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Oumaima Moumine, a 4th-year medical student at the University of Oujda, Morocco. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do not necessarily reflect IFMSA’s view […]

Our Earth. Our Home. Let’s keep it Safe

This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Mr. Khaled Mohamed, a medical student at Bahri University. He lives in Khartoum, the capital of Sudan. He is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do not […]

Ecological Imperatives: Mobilizing for Earth’s Survival

This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Jenyfer Maria Fuentes Mendoza, a medical student from Lima, Peru. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do not necessarily reflect IFMSA’s view on the […]

Preserving Our Earth: Our Collective Responsibility

This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by one of our passionate readers, Ms. Maryam Latif with a bachelor’s degree in microbiology from Pakistan. The opinions expressed within reflect only the writer’s views and not necessarily The European Sting’s position on the issue.

This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Inesh Vij, from MSAI India, Local officer for Public Health (LPO) 2022-2024. The writer is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do not necessarily reflect IFMSA’s view […]

The Deadliest Species on The Planet – And Our Protection Responsibility

This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Carlotta Oltmanns, a final-year medical student at the University of Vienna in Austria. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do not necessarily reflect IFMSA’s […]

Nurturing Our Planet: The Imperative of Environmental Care

This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Mr. Alexis Angel Raul Carrera Condo, a dedicated law student at Universidad Nacional de Trujillo, ventured to UNAM in Mexico for exchange studies. He is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly […]

2023 the hottest year on record, and other nature and climate stories you need to read this week

This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Meg Jones, Writer, Forum Agenda, Joe Myers, Writer, Forum Agenda 1. 2023 was the hottest year on record The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has confirmed that 2023 was the hottest year on record by a clear margin. In its latest […]

A green transition is urgently needed. Here’s how we can fuel it

This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Chavalit Frederick Tsao, Chairman, IMC Pan Asia Alliance The urgent need to address climate change and accelerate a green transition is imperative for our shared future, as indicated by the World Economic Forum’s New Nature Economy report, which stated approximately […]

The 5 areas EU must focus on to meet climate targets

This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Marushia GislénCommunity Lead, Europe and Eurasia, World Economic Forum, Emmy Van Enk, ECP 2023-24 Cohort 1, CEO Action Group European Green Deal, World Economic Forum The European Union (EU) is a longstanding frontrunner in international efforts to keep global warming […]

What are forever chemicals, and why does the EU want to ban them?

This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Andrea Willige, Senior Writer, Forum Agenda “Forever” usually has positive connotations. But sometimes we don’t want things to last forever – pollutants, for example. Risk experts surveyed for the World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report 2024 said pollution was one of […]

Our resources are running out. These charts show how urgently action is needed

This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Emma Charlton, Senior Writer, Forum Agenda We’re racing into a resources crisis that’s set to intensify unless urgent action is taken. Global natural resource consumption is predicted to increase by 60% by 2060, compared with 2020 levels, according to […]

Empowering Youth for Global Change: A Call to Action in Conflict Resolution and Peacebuilding

Germany: €500 million for flood protection and climate adaptation

This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Sadia Khalid, a dedicated professional with an extensive academic background, holding an MBBS and an MD degree. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do […]

Europe’s record fall in fossil fuels – plus other top energy stories

This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Roberto Bocca, Head of Centre for Energy and Materials; Member of the Executive Committee, World Economic Forum 1. Europe sees ‘record fall’ in fossil fuels use in 2023 – analysis Fossil fuel power generation in Europe declined by a […]

EU CO2 emissions from fossil fuels ‘at 1960s levels’, and other nature and climate stories you need to read this week

This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Johnny Wood, Writer, Forum Agenda 1. EU CO2 emissions from fossil fuels return to 1960s levels The European Union’s (EU) O2 levels from fossil fuels are at their lowest for 60 years following an 8% year-on-year fall in […]

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