New UN Human Rights Office report examines abusive spyware use by states.

Permafrost contains more carbon than atmosphere and, when thawed and released, some of this carbon can further amplify climate warming, scientist warns.

Temperature exceeds 2-decade average by 1.34 degrees Celsius, according to EU satellite service.

Offshore wind farm, located 89 km off UK's Yorkshire coast, comprises 165 wind turbines.

Largest drop predicted to come from China with 12.5%, according to International Data Corporation.

Minimal rainfall, dry weather conditions have resulted in low river flows, affecting water systems.