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Cacti are thriving in snowless Alps as climate change ramps up

In the canton of Valais, cacti belonging to the genus Opuntia, better known as prickly pears, are popping up where they're not wanted. Usually found in hot and dry climates, the invaders made their way over from the Americas, where they are native, 250 years ago.

We asked insurance workers where they'd live in the US to avoid future natural disasters – here's what they said
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We asked insurance workers where they'd live in the US to avoid future natural disasters – here's what they said

There is mounting evidence that climate change influences major events like heat waves, droughts, and heavy rains, which have become more frequent and severe,

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