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Is this the
new normal?
Rising temperatures fuel more violent storms.
It's just one of many reasons we need bold action on climate change.
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Patti Smith leads artists putting a spotlight on climate action at Carnegie Hall concert
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Baseline report urges sustained commitment to poverty reduction, gender equality and statistics capacity
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Working with the private sector and civil society, 60 government agents put new training into practice
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With China's help, UNDP is assisting communities to recover after the devastation left by two category 5 hurricanes.
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Often called a miracle crop, cassava holds great potential for Cambodia. But it’s complex.
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UNDP continues stabilization support for Iraqi Government to help the displaced, including minority communities
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Yusuke Taishi helps Tuvalu reduce the risk of disaster.
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