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Venezuela's Last Glacier Vanishes, Urging Global Action

4/30/2025

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Venezuela mourns the loss of its last glacier, Humboldt Glacier, a stark reminder of climate change's relentless advance. Researchers confirm its complete disappearance, jeopardizing freshwater supplies for millions. In response, the UN has designated 2025 as the International Year of Glacier Preservation, urging global action to combat this pressing environmental crisis.

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Venezuela mourns the loss of its last glacier, Humboldt Glacier, a stark reminder of climate change's relentless advance. Researchers confirm its complete disappearance, jeopardizing freshwater supplies for millions. In response, the UN has designated 2025 as the International Year of Glacier Preservation, urging global action to combat this pressing environmental crisis.