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Fighting the rising tides

Cork city struggles to keep its head above water

Cork city has experienced regular and violent flooding for many years. The southern city is built on gravel and sand, and works like a big sponge. It sits on islands and marsh, right where the river Lee meets the ocean.

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A beginner’s guide to understanding the Apocalypse.

In light of recent natural disasters across the globe, Peter Cox sets out to explore the harsh reality of climate change