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Climate action doesn't seem to be a priority for Germany — despite heat-related deaths and drought. Why aren't more people taking to the streets?

Climate action does not seem to be a priority for the German government — despite record temperatures, heat-related deaths and drought. Why aren't more people taking to the streets in protest?

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  • Serum bicarbonate levels increased by 7%, calcium and phosphorus decreased.
  • Researchers suggest body may adjust to changing atmospheric composition.

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