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    Typhoon hits Japan, nearly two million urged to evacuate●Typhoon hits Japan: Nearly two million urged to evacuate | BBC News▶youtubeEnvironmentWeather1.2M1 h ago

    A powerful typhoon has struck Japan, with authorities issuing evacuation orders or advisories to nearly two million residents as the storm brings heavy rain and damaging winds. The evacuation calls cover multiple prefectures, with officials warning of flooding and landslides. Coverage is tracking the storm's path and any reports of injuries or damage.

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    Nearly two million told to evacuate as typhoon batters Japan●Nearly two million urged to evacuate as powerful typhoon batters Japan | BBC News▶youtubeEnvironmentWeather1.2M4 min ago

    Japanese authorities have urged nearly two million people to evacuate as a powerful typhoon sweeps across the country, bringing destructive winds, heavy rain and the risk of flooding and landslides. Local officials have opened shelters and warned residents in low-lying and coastal areas to move to safety, with transport disrupted across affected regions.

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    One dead as powerful storm batters northeastern US●One dead as powerful storm brings flooding, power cuts to northeastern US✉newsEnvironmentWeather4 min ago

    A powerful storm has swept through the northeastern United States, leaving one person dead. Heavy rain caused significant flooding across the region, while strong winds knocked out power to many homes and businesses. Emergency crews are working to restore electricity and respond to flood damage as forecasters warn conditions could linger in affected areas.

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    A major storm is moving into the US north-east, bringing heavy rain and strong winds. Reports describe power outages affecting homes and flooded roads across the region as conditions worsen. Coverage so far focuses on the immediate impacts and warnings for residents to prepare for further disruption. The posts are mainly news headlines reporting the storm's arrival rather than personal accounts, so the full extent of damage or the number of people affected is not yet clear from what has been shared.

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    Hawaii and Mexico brace as Hurricanes Nolo and Polo churn▼Hawaii, Mexico brace as Hurricane Nolo and powerful Cat 4 Polo churn✉newsEnvironmentOceans9 h ago

    Two Pacific storms are threatening land simultaneously. Hurricane Nolo is taking aim at Hawaii, while Hurricane Polo, a powerful Category 4, is churning toward Mexico's Pacific coast. Officials in both regions are monitoring the storms' tracks and urging residents to prepare for possible heavy rain, high surf and strong winds as forecasts firm up.

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    Powerful storm brings flooding and power outages to northeastern US▼Powerful storm brings flooding, power outages to northeastern United States✉newsEnvironmentWeather6 h ago

    A powerful storm is sweeping through the northeastern United States, causing significant flooding and widespread power outages. Heavy rain and strong winds have disrupted communities across the region, with utility crews working to restore electricity. News outlets are tracking the storm's progress as residents brace for further impacts and local authorities respond to damaged and waterlogged areas.

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    Nor'easter batters coast as New York and New Jersey declare emergencies●Nor'easter storm brings coastal flooding, as New York and New Jersey declare emergency✉newsEnvironmentWeather4 h ago

    A powerful nor'easter is driving coastal flooding along the northeastern United States, prompting New York and New Jersey to declare states of emergency. Officials are urging residents in low-lying and coastal areas to stay clear of floodwaters as high winds and heavy rain persist. The storm is disrupting travel and raising concerns about erosion and damage along the shoreline, with conditions expected to deteriorate further before easing.

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    Nor'easter flooding prompts states of emergency in New York and New Jersey●Nor'easter brings flooding as New York and New Jersey declare emergency𝕏xUSEnvironmentWeather54 h ago

    A powerful nor'easter is hammering the US Northeast, bringing coastal flooding, heavy rain and strong winds. New York and New Jersey have both declared states of emergency as water inundates streets and coastal communities. Officials are urging residents to avoid travel and stay away from flooded areas as the storm continues to move through the region.

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    New York and New Jersey declare emergency as Nor'easter hits●New York, New Jersey declare states of emergency as Nor'easter storm cancels events▶youtubeEnvironmentWeather1.3M4 min ago

    New York and New Jersey have declared states of emergency as a powerful Nor'easter moves through the region, bringing heavy rain, strong winds and coastal flooding. Officials urged residents to stay off the roads, and the storm forced the cancellation of numerous events across both states, with emergency services on standby as conditions worsen.

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    Powerful storm batters US Northeast, disrupting power and travel●Powerful storm batters US Northeast disrupting power and travel https://www. aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2 026/9/27/powMmastodonWorld210 h ago

    A powerful storm is battering the US Northeast, bringing powerful winds and towering waves that have knocked out power and disrupted travel across the region. Residents face outages and transport delays as conditions continue, with utility crews and transport operators working to restore services and monitor damage along the coast.

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    Solar and wind meet record 80% of Australia's power demand●"Solar and wind generation meet record 80% of power demand on Australia’s national grid" # Australia # Energy # RenewablMmastodonEnvironmentEnergy76 min ago

    Solar and wind generation supplied a record 80% of power demand on Australia's national electricity grid, according to a Guardian report. The milestone highlights the rapid growth of renewable energy in Australia and is being shared widely in energy and climate discussions as evidence that renewables can cover the bulk of demand on a major national grid.

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    Solar and wind cut Europe's electricity costs by 25%●»‘Decoupling from fossil fuel shocks’: Europe’s electricity made 25% cheaper thanks to # solar and # wind […] An analysiMmastodonWorldEU Politics22 h ago

    An analysis by SolarPower Europe says the expansion of solar and wind has made electricity across Europe roughly 25% cheaper, saving more than €100 million per day by reducing reliance on fossil fuels. The report describes the shift as 'decoupling' European power prices from volatile fossil fuel shocks, adding weight to arguments that renewables deliver both climate and economic benefits.

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    Solar and wind hit record 80% of Australia's grid demand●Solar, wind meet record 80% of Australia's grid power demand✉newsEnvironmentEnergy15 h ago

    Renewable energy sources, mainly solar and wind, supplied a record 80% of Australia's electricity grid demand, marking a new milestone for the country's energy transition. The achievement highlights how quickly renewables are displacing coal-fired generation in Australia, one of the world's largest coal exporters, and is drawing attention to the pace of its shift toward cleaner power.

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    Hurricane Nolo threatens Hawaii with winds and flash flooding▼Hurricane Nolo expected to unleash powerful winds, flash flooding on Hawaii✉newsEnvironment8 min ago

    Hurricane Nolo is bearing down on Hawaii, with forecasters warning of powerful winds and flash flooding across the islands. Authorities are urging residents to prepare for dangerous conditions as the storm approaches, including possible property damage, power outages and rapidly rising water in flood-prone areas.

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    Australia's main grid runs on 80% renewables for consecutive days●Australia's main grid hits 80% renewables on consecutive days, rooftop solar tops half of demand✉newsEnvironmentEnergy6 min ago

    Australia's main electricity grid has recorded 80% renewable energy across consecutive days, with rooftop solar at times supplying more than half of total demand. The milestone highlights the rapid growth of household solar and wind capacity in the country, with observers pointing to it as evidence that a heavily renewable grid can reliably meet everyday power needs.

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    Nor'easter batters East Coast with flooding and power outages▼Nor’easter batters the East Coast, causing flooding and power outages✉newsEnvironmentWeather4 min ago

    A powerful nor'easter is hammering the US East Coast, bringing heavy coastal flooding, damaging winds and widespread power outages. Utility crews are working to restore electricity to affected communities while residents in low-lying coastal areas contend with inundated streets and dangerous conditions as the storm continues to move through the region.

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    Nor'easter pummels New York and New Jersey with wind and flooding●TEAM COVERAGE: Nor'easter pummels NY, NJ with heavy wind, severe flooding✉newsEnvironmentWeather4 min ago

    A powerful nor'easter is hammering the New York and New Jersey region with heavy winds and severe coastal flooding. Local news teams are providing extended coverage of the storm, with reports of waterlogged streets, disrupted travel and residents dealing with rising water. Officials are urging people to avoid flooded roads and stay indoors as conditions deteriorate.

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    Giant 500-million-euro battery storage plant planned in Waltrop●In # Waltrop entsteht für rund 500 Millionen Euro ein großer # Batteriespeicher . 800 Container mit Lithium-Akkus sollenMmastodonEnvironmentEnergy106 h ago

    A large battery storage facility is being built in Waltrop, Germany, at a cost of around 500 million euros. It will use 800 containers of lithium batteries to store up to 1,800 megawatt hours of electricity and deliver up to 900 megawatts of power, allowing surplus wind and solar energy to be fed into the grid later.

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    Powerful storm batters northeastern United States with rain and high winds▼Powerful storm pummels northeast US with rain and high winds✉newsEnvironmentWeather12 h ago

    A powerful storm is battering the northeastern United States, bringing heavy rain and strong winds to the region. The weather system has drawn wide attention as it moves through densely populated areas along the US East Coast, with residents and officials monitoring conditions. Coverage of the storm's impact, including potential damage, power outages and travel disruption, is circulating across international as well as domestic media.

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    Powerful nor'easter batters East Coast with winds and flooding●Powerful nor'easter brings winds, floods to East Coast https://www.npr.org/2026/09/26/nx-s1-5981392/noreaster-pounds-midMmastodonEnvironmentWeather213 h ago

    A powerful nor'easter is pounding the Mid-Atlantic and New England coastlines, bringing damaging winds and coastal flooding to the East Coast. The storm has knocked out power and flooded shoreline communities as emergency crews respond, with residents warned to stay off coastal roads during high tide.

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    Nor'easter disrupts travel for millions across the Northeast▼Video Nor'easter impacts travel for millions✉newsLifeTravel5 h ago

    A powerful Nor'easter storm is hitting the northeastern United States, disrupting travel plans for millions of people. ABC News reports on the impacts, which include flight delays and cancellations, hazardous road conditions, and disrupted rail service as heavy snow and strong winds move through the region.

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    Texas shifts its energy focus towards solar▼Texas turns its energy story towards solar✉newsEnvironmentEnergy2 h ago

    Texas is turning its attention to solar power as part of a broader shift in its energy mix, long dominated by oil and gas. The move highlights how the state, already a leader in wind generation, is increasingly adding large-scale solar capacity to meet growing electricity demand and diversify its power sources.

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    Powerful nor'easter floods coast, cuts power across Northeast▼Powerful nor'easter causes coastal flooding and knocks out power to parts of the Northeast✉newsEnvironmentWeather10 h ago

    A powerful nor'easter has struck the northeastern United States, causing coastal flooding and leaving parts of the region without electricity. The storm's high winds and heavy precipitation are damaging shorelines and disrupting daily life, with utility crews working to restore service as residents and officials monitor deteriorating conditions along the coast.

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    Researchers have successfully generated solar power from panels placed 10 metres below the sea surface, according to a Euronews report. The experiment suggests underwater photovoltaic systems could one day complement offshore wind and floating solar farms, though questions remain about efficiency losses, maintenance costs and marine impact. The findings have drawn interest as countries look for new ways to expand renewable energy capacity.

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    Nor'easter slams East Coast with winds and flooding●Nor'easter brings powerful winds, severe flooding to the East Coast✉newsEnvironmentWeather20 h ago

    A powerful nor'easter is hammering the US East Coast, bringing strong winds and severe coastal flooding. CBS News reports the storm is producing dangerous conditions along the seaboard, with flooded streets and communities bracing for further impact as the system moves through the region.

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    Nor'easter storm batters the U.S. East Coast●Report from New York on the Nor'Easter storm lashing the U.S. East Coast✉newsEnvironmentWeather4 min ago

    A powerful Nor'Easter storm is lashing the U.S. East Coast, with New York among the areas hit by strong winds, coastal flooding and heavy precipitation. Coverage from New York describes disruptions as the storm moves up the coast, and residents are being warned to brace for hazardous travel and possible power outages through the storm's peak.

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    East Coast Braces as Powerful Nor'easter Approaches▼Nor’easter Updates: East Coast Braces as Powerful Storm Approaches✉newsEnvironmentWeather9 h ago

    A powerful nor'easter storm is approaching the East Coast of the United States, prompting residents and officials to prepare for severe weather conditions. The New York Times is providing ongoing updates as the storm nears. Coastal communities are expected to face strong winds, heavy precipitation, and possible flooding, with emergency services on alert across affected states.

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    Renewables Hit 61% of Turkey's Electricity Amid Hormuz Crisis▼Amid Hormuz Energy Crisis, Renewables generate 61% of Turkish Electricity✉newsEnvironmentEnergy6 min ago

    Turkey generated 61% of its electricity from renewable sources at a time when the Strait of Hormuz crisis has raised fears over global oil and gas supply. Analysts point to the figure as evidence that investment in wind, solar and hydro can reduce exposure to Middle East energy shocks. The milestone has drawn attention to Turkey's energy strategy and to renewables more broadly as a hedge against supply disruption.

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    Nor'easter Slams US East Coast▼Nor'easter hits East Coast🦋blueskyEnvironmentWeather95013 min ago

    A nor'easter is battering the US East Coast, bringing heavy rain, strong winds and coastal flooding to communities from the mid-Atlantic to New England. Residents are reporting power outages, travel disruption and flooded streets as the storm pushes up the seaboard, with officials urging people to stay off roads and prepare for worsening conditions through the day.

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    Deadly Nor'easter knocks out power to thousands●Deadly Nor’easter knocks out power to thousands✉newsEnvironmentWeather1 h ago

    A deadly Nor'easter has struck, leaving thousands of customers without electricity as high winds and heavy precipitation batter the affected region. Emergency crews are working to restore power, and officials are urging residents to stay off the roads. Coverage is focusing on the storm's casualties and the scale of the outages.

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    Hurricane Nolo passes Hawaii but flood and wind threat remains●Hurricane Nolo skirts Hawaii but could still unleash powerful winds, flash flooding✉newsEnvironmentWeather12 h ago

    Hurricane Nolo has passed near Hawaii without a direct landfall, but officials warn the storm could still bring powerful winds and flash flooding to the islands. Residents are being urged to stay alert as bands of heavy rain and gusty conditions move through, with localised flooding possible in vulnerable areas even though the worst of the hurricane stays offshore.

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    Powerful nor'easter takes aim at the US Northeast●Powerful nor'easter takes aim at Northeast: ABC World News Tonight with David Muir - Sept. 23, 2026▶youtubeWorld1.1M14 h ago

    A powerful nor'easter is taking aim at the Northeastern United States, according to ABC World News Tonight's September 23, 2026 broadcast with David Muir. The storm is expected to bring strong winds and heavy precipitation to the region. Details on its exact track, timing and projected impact were not available beyond the headline.

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    Nor'easter batters East Coast with flooding and dangerous surf▼Nor’easter batters East Coast with flooding and dangerous surf — here’s where impacts are the worst✉newsEnvironmentWeather2 h ago

    A powerful nor'easter is slamming the US East Coast, bringing coastal flooding, dangerous surf and damaging winds. Forecasters warn the worst impacts are concentrated along low-lying coastal areas, where water has pushed onto roads and properties during high tide. Residents are being urged to avoid flooded zones and stay clear of the shoreline as conditions deteriorate through the storm.

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    Coastal flooding and powerful winds batter Jersey Shore▼Coastal flooding, powerful winds batter Jersey Shore as state of emergency remains in effect✉newsEnvironmentOceans3 min ago

    Coastal flooding and powerful winds are battering the Jersey Shore in New Jersey, with a state of emergency remaining in effect across the state. Authorities are urging residents to stay away from flooded coastal areas as high winds and rising water cause disruptions along the shoreline.

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    Nor'easter slams New York and New Jersey with flooding, damaging winds●Nor’easter slams NYC, NJ with damaging winds, major coastal flooding✉newsEnvironmentWeather20 h ago

    A powerful nor'easter has hit New York City and New Jersey, bringing damaging winds and major coastal flooding across the region. Local outlets including FOX 5 New York are tracking the storm's impact, with coastal communities facing flood conditions and residents warned to take precautions as the system moves through.

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    America's Battery Boom Shifts From Cars to the Power Grid●America’s Next Battery Boom May Be About the Grid, Not Cars✉newsLifeAutos5 h ago

    A new report argues the next wave of American battery demand will come not from electric vehicles but from grid-scale storage, as utilities add batteries to balance growing amounts of wind and solar power and to stabilize an aging electricity network under rising demand from data centers. Industry watchers see this as a structural shift in where battery manufacturing and investment will flow next.

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    Hurricane Nolo Bears Down on Hawaii with Winds and Flooding●Hurricane Nolo expected to unleash powerful winds and flash flooding on Hawaii✉newsEnvironmentWeather13 h ago

    Hurricane Nolo is forecast to hit Hawaii with powerful winds and flash flooding, prompting residents to brace for dangerous conditions. The storm is drawing widespread attention as forecasts warn of damage from both gusts and heavy rainfall across the islands.

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    Heavy Rain and Wind Batter Northeast US with Coastal Flooding●Heavy Rain and Wind Batter Northeast, Bringing Coastal Flooding✉newsEnvironmentWeather4 min ago

    A powerful storm is sweeping across the northeastern United States, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and coastal flooding. The New York Times reports that low-lying coastal areas are bearing the brunt of the flooding, while gusty winds raise concerns about power outages and travel disruptions. Residents along the coast are being advised to take precautions as conditions worsen.

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    UN rapporteur Francesca Albanese given honorary citizenship of Marzabotto●Il Fatto Quotidiano: Francesca Albanese riceve la cittadinanza onoraria di Marzabotto: “In Europa un vento liberticida,MmastodonWarSudan416 h ago

    Francesca Albanese, the UN special rapporteur for the occupied Palestinian territories, has been granted honorary citizenship by the Italian town of Marzabotto. Accepting the honour, she warned that 'a liberticidal wind' is blowing across Europe and that rights must not become privileges decided by the powerful. The award highlights her continued prominence in Italy and the ongoing controversy surrounding her role and statements on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

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    Nor'easter or hurricane? Weekend storm threat for East Coast▼Nor'easter or hurricane? What this weekend's storm means for the DMV and East Coast✉newsEnvironmentWeather1 h ago

    Meteorologists are tracking a powerful coastal storm expected to hit the East Coast this weekend, and its exact classification remains uncertain. The system could behave like a nor'easter, bringing heavy rain and strong winds, or take on hurricane-like characteristics. Washington DC area and Mid-Atlantic residents are being advised to watch forecasts closely as the weekend approaches and prepare for possible coastal impacts.