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Turning to environmental issues, a report from the European Copernicus Observatory has confirmed alarming trends in climate change, asserting that 2024 is set to be the hottest year on record. The report indicates that average global temperatures exceeded pre-industrial levels by over 1.5 degrees Celsius, marking a concerning milestone. Most continents have recorded unprecedented temperatures, with the exception of Antarctica and Oceania. The oceans, too, have seen alarming increases in temperature, with the period from July to December 2024 being the second hottest on record.