The heat is on: We must rise to the challenge of rising temperatures, urges UN chief

Published on July 25, 2024

The UN chief on Thursday issued an urgent call to action to better protect billions around the world exposed to crippling effects of extreme heat, as global temperature rise continues unabated.

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