Sydney Opera House and Statue of Liberty 'will be lost to sea level rise'

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Nearly one-fifth of world cultural heritage sites would be affected by global warming of a further 3C, scientists warn

Famous global landmarks including the Statue of Liberty, Tower of London and Sydney Opera House will be lost to rising seas caused by climate change, scientists have warned. Even with just a further...

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