First, links to two reports from National Public Radio; others are accessible by clicking on its initials below. (Today’s GAZA and UKRAINE entries are HERE and HERE.)  — MCM

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The annual climate negotiations begin this week in Dubai. Reported by Michel Martin and Rebecca Hersher | NPR  The stakes have never been higher, as the planet rounds out its hottest year ever recorded. The U.N.’s secretary-general is challenging leaders to get serious about cutting planet-warming gasses. Click HERE to listen and, later, read.

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The annual international climate meeting kicks off later this week in Dubai. Reported by Michael Copley | NPR  Critics say the annual U.N. climate meetings have become a circus dominated by fossil fuel interests. But a lot of climate activists say they’re still essential gatherings. Click HERE to listen and, later, read.

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TO BE CONTINUED