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The arrival of El Niño in the tropical Pacific Ocean triggers a cascade of changes in tropical rainfall and wind patterns that echo around the globe. For the United States, the most significant impact is a shift in the path of the mid-latitude jet streams. These swift, high-level winds play a major role in separating warm and cool air masses and steering storms from the Pacific across the U.S. This map illustrates the typical impacts of El Niño on U.S. winter weather. During El Niño, the Pacific jet stream is more reliable across the southern tier of the United States. Southern and interior Alaska and the Pacific Northwest tend to be warmer than average, and the southern tier of U.S. states—from California to the Carolinas—tends to be wetter than average. Farther north, the Ohio and Upper Mississippi River Valleys may be drier than usual. One or more of these climate patterns have occurred during many El Niño events in the past. That doesn’t mean that all of these impacts happen during every episode. Every event is somewhat different. In other words, the influence of El Niño on U.S. winter climate is a matter of probability, not certainty. El Niño and La Niña are opposite phases of a natural climate pattern across the tropical Pacific Ocean that swings back and forth every 3-7 years on average. El Niño and La Niña alternately warm and cool large areas of the tropical Pacific—the world’s largest ocean—which significantly influences where and how much it rains there. Like a boulder dropped into a stream, this shift in the location of tropical rainfall disrupts the atmospheric circulation patterns that connect the tropics with the middle latitudes, which in turn modifies the mid-latitude jet streams. By modifying the jet streams, El Niño and La Niña can affect temperature and precipitation across the United States and other parts of the world. The influence on the U.S. is strongest during the winter (December-February), but it may linger into early spring.

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Strengthening El Niño Could Push 49 Million More People into Acute Hunger Globally

The UN World Food Programme warns that the intensifying El Niño weather phenomenon threatens food security for millions, prompting urgent calls for increased support to vulnerable communities.

Aug 5, 2026, 1:50 PM UN News

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Afghanistan Hunger Crisis Deepens as Millions Lack Food Aid

The UN World Food Programme warns that 14 million Afghans face acute hunger amid funding shortages and rising malnutrition, with urgent funding needed before winter.

UN News | Aug 4, 2026, 1:43 PM

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South Sudan Launches First-Ever Drought Anticipatory Plan to Protect Over 65,000 People

The UN World Food Programme and South Sudan’s government activate a proactive drought response in Eastern Equatoria, providing cash assistance and early warnings to vulnerable communities.

UN News | Jul 11, 2026, 2:12 AM

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UN Urges Greater Support for Breastfeeding Amid Rising Global Rates

Despite progress in breastfeeding rates worldwide, millions of mothers still lack adequate services and protections, the UN warns during World Breastfeeding Week 2026.

UN News | Aug 3, 2026, 6:51 PM

"This photograph showed Sister Marietta as she walked among the grave sites of her colleagues that had perished during the Zaire (now known as the Democratic Republic of the Congo) Ebola outbreak of August, 1976. The Flemish nuns, and the African hospital Staff of a Yambuku, Zairian mission hospital treated the first known patient of one of the world’s deadliest diseases, Ebola hemorrhagic fever (Ebola HF). The virus traveled quickly, and a large number of the mission members and patients died in the fall of 1976."

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DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Becomes World's Second-Largest Ever

The Democratic Republic of Congo's latest Ebola outbreak has surpassed previous records, with over 3,500 cases and 1,556 deaths, making it the second-largest Ebola epidemic globally.

Deutsche Welle | Aug 1, 2026, 6:21 AM

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Sudan Farmers Face Rising Costs Amid Iran Conflict, Threatening Food Security

The war in Iran has driven up fuel and fertilizer prices in Sudan, exacerbating an already dire humanitarian crisis and risking severe food shortages.

Africanews | Jul 30, 2026, 4:59 PM

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UN Highlights Aid Challenges in Gaza, Prepares for Severe El Niño Impact, and Celebrates Disease Elimination in El Salvador

The UN warns of restricted humanitarian access in Gaza amid ongoing violence and funding shortages, prepares $100 million emergency fund for a potentially severe El Niño, and confirms El Salvador's elimination of a major disease.

UN News | Jul 14, 2026, 12:14 PM

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Hunger Undermines Ebola Response as Cases Surpass 3,200 in DR Congo

The UN World Food Programme calls for urgent funding to address worsening food insecurity that hampers efforts to control the fastest growing Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.

UN News | Jul 29, 2026, 7:56 PM

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Michigan Democratic Senate Primary Too Close to Call as El-Sayed Holds Narrow Lead

Abdul El-Sayed leads Congresswoman Haley Stevens in a crucial Michigan Senate primary, while other political and social developments unfold across the US.

Guardian US | Aug 5, 2026, 12:48 PM

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Return of Goods to Gaza Markets Does Not Ease Affordability Crisis for Displaced Palestinians

Despite the return of commercial and humanitarian supplies to Gaza's markets, many displaced Palestinians continue to struggle with soaring prices and limited income, making basic goods unaffordable.

Al Jazeera | Aug 5, 2026, 6:46 AM

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Africa Faces Severe Impact from Biodiversity Loss Amid Global Resource Challenges

UN officials warn that Africa, home to a quarter of the world’s biodiversity, is losing species rapidly and lacks sufficient resources to combat the crisis.

UN News | Aug 5, 2026, 12:44 AM

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New Ebola Vaccine Trial Begins Amid Rising Outbreak in DR Congo

The World Health Organization reports progress toward the first vaccine targeting the Bundibugyo Ebola species as cases surge in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

UN News | Aug 4, 2026, 8:26 PM

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Israeli Strikes Kill Over Two Dozen in Gaza; Lebanese Airspace Violated Amid Ongoing Conflict

UN agencies report continued violence in Gaza and Lebanon despite ceasefire agreements, with critical shortages and high food prices worsening humanitarian conditions.

UN News | Aug 3, 2026, 10:08 PM

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AI Enhances Food Aid Delivery Amid Somalia’s Deepening Hunger Crisis

The UN’s World Food Programme leverages AI-driven HungerMap Live to better target aid in Somalia, where climate change, conflict, and global shocks worsen food insecurity.

UN News | Aug 3, 2026, 8:05 PM

"Beautiful....But Deadly": Colorized scanning electron micrograph of Ebola virus particles (green) found both as extracellular particles and budding particles from a chronically-infected African Green Monkey Kidney cell (blue); 20,000x magnification. JPEG version .

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New UN-Backed Centres Open Amid Record Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo

The Democratic Republic of the Congo faces its largest Ebola outbreak as cases surge, prompting the opening of new treatment centres supported by the UN.

UN News | Aug 3, 2026, 5:50 PM

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El Niño Puts Millions in Eastern and Southern Africa at Risk Amid Intensifying Climate Pattern

The United Nations and partner agencies are mobilizing support to help vulnerable communities in Africa prepare for the worsening impacts of El Niño, expected to continue into early 2027.

UN News | Jul 31, 2026, 3:36 PM

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Ben Affleck and Jeopardy! Champion Win $1 Million for Charity on Who Wants To Be A Millionaire

Actor Ben Affleck and Jeopardy! champion Jamie Ding secured the top prize on Celebrity Who Wants To Be A Millionaire, donating the winnings to support community-led initiatives in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

CNA Latest News | Jul 31, 2026, 12:45 AM

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State Media Investigation Alleges Inflated Rice Crop Reporting in Central China

Officials in Jianghua Yao county reportedly exaggerated rice paddy sizes to meet 2024 targets, raising concerns about agricultural data accuracy and food security.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 27, 2026, 4:29 AM

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Krug Unites Southeast Asia’s Top Chefs in Singapore for Pre-Release of New Grande Cuvée

Renowned chefs from across Southeast Asia gathered in Singapore to celebrate the regional debut of Krug Grande Cuvée 174ème Édition through culinary collaborations and food pairings.

CNA Latest News | Jul 24, 2026, 6:17 AM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating Humanitarian agencies highlight improvements in Gaza’s food security and child nutrition but caution that progress could quickly reverse without sustained support.

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UN Warns Gaza’s Food Security Gains Are Fragile Without Continued Aid

Humanitarian agencies highlight improvements in Gaza’s food security and child nutrition but caution that progress could quickly reverse without sustained support.

UN News | Jul 23, 2026, 8:13 PM

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Global Hunger Drops to 7.8% in 2025, Marking Significant Decline Since 1970

The Food and Agriculture Organization reports a third consecutive year of decline in global hunger, though conflict remains a major challenge.

Reason | Jul 22, 2026, 9:09 PM

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Lebanese President Joseph Aoun to Meet Trump Amid Israeli Withdrawal Efforts

Aoun seeks US support for Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon and backing for Lebanese army control in Hezbollah-dominated areas.

Al Jazeera | Jul 21, 2026, 12:19 PM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating UN agencies report deadly strikes across Ukraine, damaging humanitarian supply points and causing civilian casualties.

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Russian Attacks Kill Children and Damage Critical Aid Warehouses in Ukraine

UN agencies report deadly strikes across Ukraine, damaging humanitarian supply points and causing civilian casualties.

UN News | Jul 20, 2026, 8:21 PM

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Hunger Worsens for Over 100,000 Displaced Families in Sudan’s El Obeid

UN agencies report urgent food needs amid prolonged conflict and siege in El Obeid, with displaced populations relying heavily on reduced rations.

UN News | Jul 17, 2026, 11:40 PM