World Jul 21 Firefighters battle forest inferno, Swiss authorities order hang gliders to stay away By Associated Press
World Sep 04 Watch 9:54 How Amazon deforestation could push the climate to a ‘tipping point’ The Amazon is the world’s largest rainforest and a critical line of defense against climate change. But it’s been steadily deforested since the 1970s, with nearly 20 percent of its land area wiped out. This year, pervasive forest fires destroyed… By Amna Nawaz, Mike Fritz
World Aug 27 Watch 2:40 As Brazilians struggle to breathe through Amazon’s smoke, Bolsonaro rejects foreign aid The Amazon's raging fires are leaving some Brazilian children unable to breathe. Heavy levels of smoke in the air are harmful to anyone but especially dangerous for babies and those with underlying respiratory issues like asthma. Despite the health risks,… By Emma Murphy, Independent Television News
World Aug 27 Watch 10:14 What Bolsonaro’s presidency means for Brazil and the Amazon In the Amazon rainforest, historic levels of deforestation and fire have prompted global outcry. But what’s driving the devastation? Amna Nawaz and producer Mike Fritz traveled to Brazil to better understand both the physical and political dynamics at play. The… By Amna Nawaz, Mike Fritz
World Aug 23 Watch 2:25 International pressure mounts for Brazil to counter raging Amazon fires Large sections of the Amazon rainforest are engulfed in flames, their smoke turning Sao Paolo’s midday skyline to total darkness. Brazilian forest fires are common at this time of year but have spiked since 2018. Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, who… By William Brangham
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