Hurricane Beryl strengthens as it heads into the Caribbean

WFAA Jun 30, 2024

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Crisis On Campus (full documentary) | FRONTLINE + @RETROREPORT

FRONTLINE PBS | Official Jun 11, 2024 #Israel #Documentary #Gaza

FRONTLINE and Retro Report examine how outrage ignited by the devastating October 2023 Hamas attack on Israel and the catastrophic war in Gaza has deeply divided American college campuses.

This journalism is made possible by viewers like you. Support your local PBS station here: https://www.pbs.org/donate​/

A firestorm has been raging on many American college campuses over the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza and in some places, devolving into hate-filled rhetoric and arrests. FRONTLINE and Retro Report have been following the escalating turmoil since the war began — talking to people on all sides of the divide, investigating how universities have responded, how powerful interests joined the fray, and how the conflict over the conflict ultimately spiraled out of control.

The resulting documentary, “Crisis on Campus,” offers an incisive look at mounting tensions at some of the nation’s most elite institutions, including Columbia and Harvard universities, which have been the focus of intense debate. The documentary features revealing interviews with students and faculty at Harvard and Columbia, as well as other key players in Washington and beyond. It examines how university leaders, some of whom have faced congressional hearings, navigated the challenges of responding to heated rhetoric and division on their campuses and balancing free speech with the need to prevent harassment and discrimination.

As of June 2024, tens of thousands of Palestinians have been killed in Gaza, and Hamas is still holding Israeli hostages. “Crisis on Campus” provides a window into how the divisions over the war continue to run deep on college campuses across the U.S.

“Crisis on Campus” is a FRONTLINE production with Retro Report. The director is James Jacoby and the producers are Scott Michels and Joseph Hogan. The writers are James Jacoby and Scott Michels. The senior producer is Dan Edge. The executive producer of Retro Report is Kyra Darnton. The editor-in-chief and executive producer of FRONTLINE is Raney Aronson-Rath.

Documentary Golden Roots: Protecting Jordan’s Ancient Olive Trees

Seeds of Discovery Jul 13, 2023 JORDANIE

How to support the Channel: https://patreon.com/Thecarrotknight?u… Explore the captivating world of Jordan’s extraordinary Mehras olive trees, dating back to the Roman era, which are living testament to a rich historical legacy. In this captivating YouTube video, we delve into the remarkable stories behind these majestic trees that have stood tall for up to 1500 years. Discover the intricate connection between these ancient olive trees and Jordan’s vibrant cultural heritage, as they symbolize resilience, sustainability, and the country’s deep-rooted traditions. Despite their significance, these living wonders face looming threats. Join us as we uncover the challenges posed by modernization, urbanization, and climate change, which endanger the survival of these magnificent olive trees. Witness the extraordinary efforts undertaken by dedicated organizations and the government to protect and preserve these living treasures. Be inspired by the initiatives that aim to raise awareness about the significance of Roman Jordan’s ancient olive trees.

Explore the innovative strategies employed to transform them into sustainable sources of income, ensuring their survival for future generations. NARC Website: http://www.narc.gov.jo/ Article: https://www.researchgate.net/publicat…

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Disease threatens Italy’s once booming olive oil industry – Helen Mirren

PBS NewsHour Jan 18, 2020

More than a third of olive oil in the U.S. comes from Italy, which has kept a longstanding reputation for quality. But the quantity of olive oil made in the south of Italy has been in sharp decline. A disease in the region of Puglia has been attacking olive trees, decimating the industry and causing Italy to import olive oil for the first time. Special correspondent Christopher Livesay reports.
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The man who plants baobabs: A Burkina Faso hero | Africa Direct Documentary

Al Jazeera English Dec 28, 2021 #BurkinaFaso #Documentary #AfricaDirect

El Hadji Salifou Ouédraogo has nurtured thousands of baobab trees from tiny seeds to expansive forests for the past 47 years. The trees in turn help his family, his village and the Earth. Filmmaker Michel K Zongo’s uplifting film, The Man Who Plants Baobabs, meets this charismatic old man with a youthful spirit and a lifelong commitment to his trees, which are both a lifeline and a legacy for his community. Michel K Zongo is a cinematographer and director based in Burkina Faso. He has made three feature-length documentaries that have screened internationally and won several awards. He is also the artistic director of the Koudougou Doc Festival and has been an Academy (‘Oscars’) member since 2020.
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Sunday, 7am Tropical Update: Beryl now a major hurricane

WWLTV Jun 30, 2024

Beryl is the first hurricane of the Atlantic season. It became a Category 1 hurricane on Saturday afternoon in the Atlantic Ocean. It is now at Category 3 strength on Sunday morning, and is forecast to rapidly intensify and become a dangerous Category 4 by Monday before reaching the eastern Caribbean Islands. It is expected to ride along a ridge of high pressure which will keep it heading westward in the next several days. With little wind shear and very warm ocean temperatures, the strengthening should happen quickly. It will continue to move west through the Caribbean Sea through late next week. By this point, wind shear may increase in the western Caribbean. This would likely cause the storm to weaken. Long-range models have Beryl somewhere near Yucatan or the southern Gulf of Mexico next weekend. Once the storm is in the Caribbean Sea, we’ll have a better idea of its eventual track toward other landmasses. Another area of possible tropical development is following right behind Beryl. This will be something to watch in the long-term. If it becomes a named storm, it would get the name Chris. A third spot, Invest 94, is over Yucatan and is expected to move into the southwestern Gulf of Mexico this weekend. It should then move into Mexico by Monday.

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Urgent: Weather Statement Prime Minister Mottley (June 28, 2024)

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Urgent: Weather Statement Prime Minister Mottley (June 28, 2024)

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Hurricane Beryl will be a Major Hurricane…

Mr. Weatherman Jun 30, 2024

Direct hit coming! In this video, Hurricane Beryl is rapidly intensifying. This will move in as one of the most powerful early season Hurricanes on record. PLEASE rush preparations to completion (locations in video). And PLEASE check on those that may be alone. This is an opportunity to help each other, and we always step up!
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Our Shrinking Canopies

Climate Emergency Forum Jun 30, 2024
Climate Emergency Forum discusses the critical issue of deforestation, efforts to protect and restore forests globally and how forest loss contributes significantly to climate change.

This video was recorded on May 29th, 2024, and published on June 30th, 2024 and represents the opinions of the discussion participants.

The participants highlighted the alarming rate of forest loss, with approximately 10 football fields of tropical forest being cleared every minute. They emphasized that deforestation is primarily driven by agriculture, particularly cattle ranching and soy production for animal feed.

The conversation explored various strategies to combat deforestation and promote reforestation. Participants discussed the importance of sustainable agricultural practices, reducing meat consumption, and implementing stricter policies to protect forests. The group emphasized the need for a multifaceted approach involving governments, businesses, and local communities to address the complex issue of deforestation.

The dialogue also touched on the vital role forests play in biodiversity, carbon storage, and human well-being. Participants stressed the importance of preserving old-growth forests and the need to consider both immediate and long-term impacts of forest management decisions. They discussed how climate change is affecting forests through increased risks of wildfires, pests, and diseases. The group concluded by emphasizing the urgent need for global cooperation and action to protect and restore the world’s forests for the benefit of both current and future generations.

Links: – Not the End of the World (Book) https://www.amazon.ca/Not-End-World-G… – Hannah Ritchie (wikipedia) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hannah_… – Hannah Ritchie (website) https://hannahritchie.com/ – Sustainable Development https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelop… – Deforestation; Forest degradation https://ourworldindata.org/deforestat… – Ralph Franklin Keeling https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ralph_K… – GLAD: Global Land Analysis & Discovery https://glad.umd.edu/ – Indicators of Forest Extent: Forest Loss https://research.wri.org/gfr/global-f… – Canada on Fire (CEF Video) https://youtu.be/ouUkRr7cvhc?si=Nmwdy… – Derecho https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Derecho – Fairy Creek https://oldgrowthforestecology.org/fa… – Our Vanishing Underwater Forests (CEF Video) https://youtu.be/FKam_Zfw17U?si=JF7wA… Regular Panelists: Dr. Peter Carter – MD, Expert IPCC Reviewer and the director of the Climate Emergency Institute Paul Beckwith – Climate Systems Scientist. Professor at the University of Ottawa’s Paleoclimatology Laboratory as well as at Carleton University Regina Valdez – Program Director, Climate Reality Project, NYC. GreenFaith Fellow and LEED Green Associate Video Production and Occasional Panelists: Charles Gregoire – Electrical Engineer, Webmaster and IT prime for FacingFuture.Earth & the Climate Emergency Forum; Climate Reality Leader Heidi Brault – Video production and website assistant, Organizer and convener, Metadata technician, COP team lead for FacingFuture.Earth and the Climate Emergency Forum; BA (Psychology); Climate Reality Leader Our Website: https://climateemergencyforum.org/ Attributions: Background Music: – Title: Through the City II – Author: Crowander – Source: crowander.com Image and Video: https://climateemergencyforum.org/ass…

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Kenya police depart for Haiti to combat gang violence

CGTN Africa Jun 25, 2024

A contingent of Kenya police officers left Nairobi on Monday for a UN-approved mission to quell gang violence in Haiti. Kenya is leading the multinational security mission, but opposition lawmakers and human rights groups in Kenya have criticized the officers’ deployment.
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