AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoClimate & Hazards: ICIMOD warns that even with a weaker 2026 monsoon across the Hindu Kush Himalaya, short bursts of intense rain plus heat and water stress could still drive flash floods and landslides. Earth Science: Researchers report a huge, previously unknown geological basin network under East Antarctica, which could affect how fast ice moves toward the sea if parts destabilize. Seismic Risk: A new study flags that Chandigarh’s local ground conditions could amplify shaking in a future Himalayan earthquake, raising stakes for building rules. Disaster Aftermath: After a powerful 7.8 quake in the southern Philippines, scientists say the seabed was uplifted by up to two metres, with major impacts to marine areas. Space & SETI: A radio search of the interstellar object 3I/ATLAS found no signs of alien technology. Health & Society: Coverage highlights why blood donation still can’t be replaced yet, even as lab-grown blood moves through early trials. Environment: Scientists document how long PET bottles can persist—often centuries—while tracking where plastic ends up. Wildlife: Climate-linked landslides are pushing Tapanuli orangutans closer to extinction. Tech & Learning: Malaysia launches drone-based STEM learning to make science more hands-on for students.
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