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Almost every shallow-water coral reef on the planet faces ecosystem collapse by 2075, UN advisors say

About 24% of the planet’s reefs across more than 80 countries are already critically endangered, the assessment said…

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The Guardian reports: About 24% of the planet’s reefs across more than 80 countries are already critically endangered, the assessment said…

This world story centres on Australia. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include UN, Sign and Adam Morton.

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Australia · Oceania
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The Guardian
First reported
Key names
UN, Sign, Adam Morton, Clear Air
Section
World

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