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- 1Scientists warn Earth's planetary boundaries have been breached●'Planetary boundaries' necessary for flourishing of life have been breached
Scientists warn that the planetary boundaries needed for life on Earth to flourish have now been breached, meaning human activity has pushed critical Earth systems beyond safe limits. The warning highlights mounting pressure on climate, biodiversity and other ecological processes, with researchers calling it a sign that humanity is operating outside the stable conditions that allowed civilisations to develop.