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Source: Guardian [9], 01/10/2025

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"NOAA Says La Nina Ocean Cooling Has Finally Arrived, But It’s Weak" [10]

"A long-awaited La Nina has finally appeared, but the periodic cooling of Pacific Ocean waters is weak and unlikely to cause as many weather problems as usual, meteorologists said Thursday."

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Source: AP [16], 01/10/2025

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"Thailand Bans Imports Of Plastic Waste To Curb Toxic Pollution" [17]

"Thailand has banned plastic waste imports over concerns about toxic pollution, as experts warn that failure to agree a global treaty to cut plastic waste will harm human health."

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Source: Guardian [25], 01/09/2025

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"Why Does Trump Want Greenland?" [26]

"President-elect Donald J. Trump’s attention returned Tuesday to an idea that has fascinated him for years: acquiring Greenland for the United States. In a news conference on Tuesday, he refused to rule out using military or economic force to take the territory from Denmark, a U.S. ally."

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Source: NYTimes [30], 01/08/2025

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February 10, 2025

DEADLINE: HWR Khozem Merchant Non-Fiction Fellowship [31]

Indian journalists and non-fiction writers can apply for this paid fellowship to develop their longform manuscripts. Attend a writing masterclass with Jerry Pinto, May 7-11, 2025, and a 21-day writing residency in the Himalayas in July. Financial support: INR50,000 plus INR20,000 travel fund. Apply by Feb 10.

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January 30, 2025

DEADLINE: EJN Asia Pacific Media Grants 2025 [34]

Earth Journalism Network seeks innovative project ideas from media outlets, journalism institutions and other organizations that work directly with media or content creators in the Asia-Pacific region. US$15,000 to US$20,000 grants. Apply by Jan 30, 2025.

Awards and Grants [35]

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Australia & Oceania [36]

January 16, 2025

DEADLINE: EJN Virtual Media Workshop on the 30x30 Target and Marine Protected Areas [37]

Earth Journalism Network is hosting a three-day virtual media workshop (in two time zones) during the week of March 3, 2025 for journalists in coastal countries to learn about the 30x30 marine conservation target and initiatives being implemented to reach it. Apply by Jan 16.

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March 24, 2025

DEADLINE: Greater Good Science Center's "Spreading Love Through the Media" RFP [38]

The Greater Good Science Center at UC Berkeley is offering grants of $5,000 to $50,000 to any journalist or other nonfiction media producer located in North America, to support nonfiction content and reported stories related to love. Apply by March 24. Learn more at a Jan. 28 webinar.

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Climate-Driven Sea Level Rise Will Overwhelm Major Oil Ports, Study Shows [41]

"Rising sea levels driven by the climate crisis will overwhelm many of the world’s biggest oil ports, analysis indicates."

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Source: Guardian [44], 01/07/2025

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"Jimmy Carter Made Eradicating Guinea Worm Disease A Top Mission" [45]

"Nobel Prize-winning peacemaker Jimmy Carter spent nearly four decades waging war to eliminate an ancient parasite plaguing the world’s poorest people."

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