"World Endures 12 Months of Record-Breaking Heat, UN Warns of Worse Ahead"
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The world has experienced 12 consecutive months of record-high temperatures, with May 2024 being the hottest May on record. The global average temperature has consistently been at least 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels, a critical climate change threshold. Experts warn that continued warming will exacerbate extreme weather events and other climate impacts. Reducing greenhouse gas emissions, particularly from fossil fuels, is essential to mitigate these effects.
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