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Drought linked to 46% increase in sexual violence among adolescents in Southern Africa

Drought linked to 46% increase in sexual violence among adolescents in Southern Africa Sadie Harley Scientific Editor Robert Egan Associate Editor New research from the University of Oxford provides the first quantitative evidence that drought exposure over the last 12 months is associated with an increased risk of sexual, emotional and physical violence among adolescents in Southern Africa. This risk rises substantially during cumulative droughts over two years. Who is most at risk...

Phys.org 8d ago

A new tectonic plate boundary could be forming in southern Africa

Gases collected from boiling mineral springs in Zambia contain the chemical signature of having come directly from the Earth’s mantle, a sign of a rupture in the tectonic plates and the possible beginning of a new continental boundary

New Scientist 29d ago

South Africa migration crisis: Ramaphosa's plan faces doubt

South Africa migration crisis: Ramaphosa's plan faces doubt June 9, 2026"I moved to Southern Africa because of their infrastructure," Fifi, a 21-year-old Ghanaian footballer who plays for Bucks Buccaneers in the Namibia Premier League, told DW. After the football season ended, he was in South Africa on holiday when he was caught up in the anti-immigrant protests. Fifi was among a group of Ghanaians who were recently repatriated to Ghanafrom South Africa.

Deutsche Welle 1d ago

School in a hot world: What research is saying about children's health and learning

School in a hot world: What research is saying about children's health and learning Lisa Lock Scientific Editor Andrew Zinin Lead Editor Climate change is making southern Africa hotter. While much attention has focused on climate impacts such as droughts, floods and food insecurity, another crisis is unfolding quietly inside classrooms. Research has shown that some schools are becoming dangerously hot places for children to develop, learn and play.

Phys.org 5d ago

Country over IPL! Pat Cummins leaves 2027 participation in doubt

Australia captain Pat Cummins has hinted that he may skip IPL 2027 as he weighs up his workload during what is shaping up to be one of the busiest periods of his career. The Australian team faces a demanding calendar next year, beginning with a four-Test tour of India before returning home for the historic 150th anniversary Test against England at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. That will be followed by a high-profile Ashes series and later the ODI World Cup in southern Africa.

Times of India 7d ago

They call it stupid hot for a reason: Heat muddles animal brains

On a blazing hot day in South Africa, female southern pied babblers can’t think straight. The medium-sized black-and-white birds are trying to get at tasty mealworms behind a see-through barrier. On cooler days, the birds can quickly figure out that all they have to do is go around the small wall of plastic.

Ars Technica Science 10d ago

They call it stupid hot for a reason: Heat muddles animal brains

On a blazing hot day in South Africa, female southern pied babblers can’t think straight. The medium-sized black-and-white birds are trying to get at tasty mealworms behind a see-through barrier. On cooler days, the birds can quickly figure out that all they have to do is go around the small wall of plastic.

Ars Technica 10d ago

Stupid hot: Heat waves cause cognitive changes in animals, making them more aggressive and unable to complete basic tasks

Stupid hot: Heat waves cause cognitive changes in animals, making them more aggressive and unable to complete basic tasks As temperatures rise, some creatures pick fights while others struggle to learn. The consequences of these behavioral changes may ripple through ecosystems. On a blazing hot day in South Africa, female southern pied babblers can't think straight.

Live Science 4d ago

They call it 'stupid hot' for a reason: Heat muddles animal brains

They call it 'stupid hot' for a reason: Heat muddles animal brains Gaby Clark Scientific Editor Andrew Zinin Lead Editor On a blazing hot day in South Africa, female southern pied babblers can't think straight. The medium-sized black-and-white birds are trying to get at tasty mealworms behind a see-through barrier. On cooler days, the birds can quickly figure out that all they have to do is go around the small wall of plastic.

Phys.org 1d ago

Godzilla El Niño could send temperatures soaring next year - what it means for UK weather

Godzilla El Niño could send temperatures soaring next year - what it means for UK weather The incoming 'Godzilla' or 'Super Duper' El Niño is expected to be one of the worst in human history, and will set weather around the world off kilter into 2027, scientists have warned Heatwave conditions could return with a new intensity next year thanks to a 'Godzilla' El Niño, experts have warned, which could have a significant knock-on effect on the UK. Brits are still reeling from the...

Daily Mirror 8d ago