U.N. climate scientists conclude this is "hottest period in the last ... - CBS News
U.N. climate scientists conclude this is "hottest period in the last 125,000 years" - CBS News
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U.N. climate scientists conclude this is "hottest period in the last 125,000 years" The U.N.'s International Panel on Climate Change, the world's leading climate scientists, say " we're likely living through the hottest period in the last 125,000 years," Ben Tracy says.
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