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Warnings of irreversible climate damage as global temperatures rise

Every month since June has been the hottest on record, sparking fresh warnings from climate scientists.

The globe has endured 12 months of temperatures 1.5 degrees above the level before industrialisation. That figure is significant, because it featured heavily in the landmark 2015 Paris climate talks. Also: an anti-war politician hoping to run against Vladimir Putin in Russia's general election has his bid blocked, and could the drug Viagra reduce the chances of getting Alzheimer's?

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