Some experts say the technology is crucial for climate change goals but scaling up is proving hard
Clan-based politics and the climate of fear instilled by Donald Trump on his return to the White House are eroding the once exemplary system of checks and balances that sustained American democracy.
Focus turns to a weak spot for the Trump administration
Letter urges UN climate meeting in Brazil to consider costs of climate crisis, colonialism, slavery.
In 2019, Venice was hit by its second-worst flood in history. Today, books saved from the water tell a story of loss and resistance.
Tropical Storm Bualoi, the 15th tropical cyclone to hit the Philippines in 2025, on a course towards Vietnam.
Raging wildfires are reshaping landscapes worldwide. Why and how prevention, not suppression, is the key.
UN: World leaders respond to Trump and show their commitment to the climate struggle
Red warnings issued for damaging winds, flooding rain and huge waves as Hurricane Gabrielle approaches the Azores.
Southern China evacuates millions as Ragasa unleashes devastating floods, disrupting lives and critical infrastructure.
Final decision has yet to be made amid ‘big fight inside government’ over trip by prime minister
A firefighter who was arrested by immigration agents while battling a wildfire last month in Washington state was released suddenly Wednesday without a court order.
President contradicts US leader by calling the green energy transition ‘the trend of our time’
China will cut emissions by 7-10 percent in the next 10 years, President Xi Jinping tells a UN climate summit.
Typhoon Ragasa made landfall in China's Guangdong province on Wednesday, unleashing fierce winds and heavy rain after killing at least 14 people in Taiwan where floods forced thousands into shelters, and eight in the Philippines.
The state's largest utility said it expects to pay around $640 million to plaintiffs in the case, which includes insurers, Boulder County and residents.
It is China's first firm goal to reduce emissions but falls well short of what is needed to meet global targets.
The president urged UN member states to commit to fulfilling the mandate of its charter in trade, climate change and peace building
With just weeks to go until the international climate conference, nations are stepping up to submit new climate targets.
Rescuers rush to disaster zone in mountainous east after barrier lake overflow floods town
The Dragon Bravo fire continues to burn in remote pockets of the park. Federal officials have not yet provided details on their response to lawmakers.
Micheál Martin says he disagrees with US president’s claims of ‘uncontrolled’ immigration and climate ‘con job’ during speech
The United States president slammed the West over migration and called climate change a 'con job' in his first United Nations speech since 2018.
It finds that the fossil fuel output will exceed 1.5°C limit by 120% by 2030
Trading partners, including the US, and member states are pressuring Brussels to postpone climate law for a second time
Businessman fails to get endorsement from Offaly County Council, but vows to continue to advocate on housing and climate issues
The US is applying pressure to lenders to drop restrictions on projects contributing to climate change
If Berlin were to become a climate-neutral city within the next 25 years, daily life could be radically different.
Countries plan to boost fossil fuel production far beyond Paris climate goals by 2030
Plans for the expansion of Gatwick, Heathrow and Luton could mean hundreds of thousands of additional flights a year.
Farmers in India’s Punjab are suffering from the worst floods in four decades, amid pain from Trump’s tariffs too.
Gabrielle is forecast to pass east of Bermuda, the U.S. mainland, and could rise to the strength of a Category 2 hurricane.
Marketing and PR groups are latest to follow shifts in politics led by US
World’s first-ever pact aims to fight threats like climate change, over-fishing and deep-sea mining.
More intense future wildfires, fueled by further climate change, could lead to 70,000 deaths from smoke exposure a year, according to a new study.
The government faces calls to give the Climate Change Committee a bigger role in advising on airport expansion.
Pakistan ranks among top 10 most climate-vulnerable nations but contributes less than 1 percent of global emissions.
Artists from abroad are worried that the current climate is making American tours not worth the time and effort.
Blow to hopes of European leadership at the UN climate summit in Brazil in November
The country's farming and tourism sectors have been heavily affected by a spate of blazes.
An unusually fierce monsoon has derailed daily life more than ever in the South East Asian nation.
As Assam floods worsen, the Mising people's way of life models climate resilience. But their idyllic home is at risk.
Trump officials putting pressure on countries though trade negotiations, former vice-president says
Matthew McConaughey and America Ferrera star in the true story of a heroic rescue which took place in California in 2018. The film is even more "visceral" than genuine news footage.
As "gullies" tear through the DRC, researchers attribute the growing crisis to climate change and poor urban planning.
After Trump administration cuts shut down the popular climate.gov site, experts have launched an independent successor.
The Indonesian government cannot pursue an ambitious climate agenda while neglecting its human rights obligations.
Stormy conditions bring gusts, flooding, fallen trees and power outages across the country.
The Met Office issues a yellow warning and Natural Resources Wales has eight flood alerts in place.
Filipinos often find themselves up to their necks in floodwater. Experts do not see climate change as the sole cause.
Advancing climate and sustainability action will require that all arms, spheres and levels of government lead an integrated and interdependent response to climate change
Energy Secretary Chris Wright has disbanded a controversial Climate Working Group (CWG), which wrote a report that scientists say was full of errors and misrepresented climate science.
Guide to the climate graphic of the week
Research published this month found that even in pristine, untouched areas, insect populations are still on the decline. Climate change is a likely culprit.
A weeklong state of emergency has been declared for floods that have left at least 21 people dead.
Monsoon rains have killed more than 900 people across the country since late June.
Party has a new strategy plan aimed at durable recovery and huge focus on climate, nature and equality
Authorities say the flash floods on the popular island were caused by heavy rainfall.
President Prabowo Subianto orders acceleration of search operations and handling of aftermath of deadly flooding.
Macron government push for industry protections hampers talks as Paris accord’s 10th anniversary approaches
On the peak day of the Atlantic hurricane season, Simon King looks at why it has been quiet so far
As the extinction of plants and animals accelerates, our dependence on the natural world is deepening
Floods in Pakistan and India re-ignite the debate on the mounting cost of global disasters.
People drink more sugary beverages when it's hot, researchers found, significantly increasing their sugar intake. That impact could grow as climate change raises the world's temperatures.
New research reveals that 10 African countries prioritise climate action despite severe fiscal constraints
Japan has endured its hottest summer on record, with Saturday's opening day forecast to be 32C.
PM Anthony Albanese says he won’t sign Nakamal Agreement in Vanuatu, despite recent high-level talks on the pact.
The average temperature was 1.29°C higher than in the pre-industrial era. The two hottest Augusts on record remain those of 2023 and 2024.
Boko Haram attack kills 60 people in Borno +++ Africa Climate Summit 2 kicks off in Ethiopia
Meanwhile, Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz threatens to unleash 'powerful hurricane' on Gaza City
Energy secretary also says European climate rules threaten trade deal with Trump administration
Rerouting of supply chains can lead to significant reductions in emissions
Survivors tell Al Jazeera they lost everything in the floods and tents are needed to protect their children.
Could Oosterwold be the blueprint for a new and more climate-friendly type of agriculture?
Overshadowed by a fight over redistricting, the Texas Legislature passed bills for more emergency flood preparedness and money for relief after the floods that killed more than 130 people in July.
NATO and the Arctic, wildfires, electricity prices, swimming pools, New Orleans, reviews, fantasy football
Climate change helping the spread of insects carrying new illnesses
Wildfires release a “witches’ brew” of pollutants that can wreck air quality even a continent away.
CO₂ stored underground will be at risk of leaking back into the atmosphere, study finds
Scientists say deadly fires this summer were made 40 times more likely by climate change, according to a new report.
The mental health effects of Hurricane Katrina have been studied for more than a decade, and that research found that post-traumatic growth can co-exist with post-traumatic stress.
A fast-moving wildfire scorched the historic gold rush town of Chinese Camp destroying at least five homes and prompting evacuations.
From baobab to marula: How Africa’s indigenous trees can boost resilience
Prolonged record heatwaves are scorching the the Mediterranean and threating marine flora and fauna.
Donnelly says she wants to highlight the need for climate justice and the conversation around climate crisis
One of the world’s leading ecologists warns collapse of biodiversity, not just climate change, could undo civilization.
More than 85 scientists say that a recent U.S. Department of Energy report is full of errors and misrepresents climate science.
In an interview with Le Monde, the French economist explains that protecting the planet from climate change cannot be achieved without reducing inequality.
Andrej Babis's party blamed the government for creating a climate of hate against the ex-PM.
Hundreds of people are dead and millions affected.
This year’s proxy season highlights diminishing investor support for climate agenda
When a group of learners headed out with their cameras to document infectious disease in the time of climate change, many came back with what they see every day — dangerous, dirty, stagnant pools of water
With millions visiting the German capital each year, Berlin is promoting solar boat trips, climate tours and eco-hotels.
While South Asia’s seasonal monsoon brings rainfall that farmers depend on, climate change is making it deadly.
Movement of farm workers to cities in recent decades has created vast areas of flammable brush on abandoned land
The government warns Kemi Badenoch's plans would "only accelerate the worsening climate crisis".
The number of wildfires across Wales this year has exceeded the total amount for any year since 2020.
In Punjab province, all three major rivers overflowed simultaneously, for the first time in the country’s history.
Are tariffs good for the climate?
Katrina was the costliest natural disaster ever recorded in the United States. How has hurricane forecasting changed since it struck?
While much of the focus marking 20 years since Hurricane Katrina is on New Orleans, where federal levees failed and flooded the city, the historic storm also decimated the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Overflowing rivers devastate communities, prompt questions about whether lessons from past floods were ever learned.
On Sept. 2, 2005, on a telethon to raise money for victims of Hurricane Katrina, Kanye West went off script and said, "George Bush doesn't care about Black people." 20 years later, would those words have the same impact today?
The Garnet wildfire in Fresno County has scorched nearly 14,000 acres (5,665 hectares) and remains uncontained.
One of Pakistan’s most famous Sikh temples was flooded after heavy rains submerged parts of Punjab province.
US supermajor warns Europe’s approach has driven up energy costs and eroded public backing for green transition
Rescuers in boats raced to reach stranded families in the populous Punjab province after three major rivers burst their banks because of heavy rain and the release of water from overflowing dams in neighboring India.
Some 200,000 people have been evacuated after authorities warned of flooding from three rivers.
Net-Zero Banking Alliance opens internal vote about changing its membership-based structure
This summer’s infernos expose how climate change, land neglect and disaster capitalism turn forests into fuel.
After Hurricane Katrina, many New Orleans charter schools united in a mission to send more students to college. Today, some of those students, now adults, wish they'd been given more options.
Hurricane Katrina flooded nearly every building in St. Bernard Parish near New Orleans in 2005. Twenty years later, the community is still rebuilding and flood protections encouraged some to return.
Farmers in Pakistan describe battling floods and droughts as ‘gambling with nature’ amid worsening climate impacts.
Children are missing out on up to 1.5 years of study because of high temperatures, studies show
A thick wall of dark dust was propelled by thunderstorm winds through parts of Arizona's Pinal County.
Valérie Masson-Delmotte: 'The climate situation will keep getting worse, but the danger also comes from collective denial'
Travellers turn to travel agent-booked trips for protection as wars and wildfires threaten to ruin summer vacations
Non-vintage still wine is now increasingly being made in response to more challenging weather.
AEMET says the 16-day August heatwave was part of a ‘trend toward more extreme summers’ due to climate change.
Provisional readings for the August 3-18 heatwave exceeded the last record, set in July 2022, and showed an average temperature 4.6°C higher than for previous such phenomena.
The warm weather will be short-lived, as the remnants of Hurricane Erin will bring strong winds and rain.
Since late June, disasters have struck in quick succession across the mountainous regions of northern Pakistan and India. Torrential rains have triggered a series of flash floods, mudslides and rockfalls, wiping entire villages off the map.
The head of the world’s largest climate fund on the economic consequences of extreme weather — and getting the private sector on board
Engineers are hoping to restore North Sea oyster beds hit by overfishing, climate change and disease.
Workers, employers and governments need to adapt to a more extreme climate, the organisation says.
Volodymyr Zelensky meets Donald Trump in Washington, Spain battles wildfires—and more
The storm flooded parts of North Carolina's Outer Banks, including a section of the main highway. It's now turning away from the East Coast, but dangerous surf and rip currents are likely from Florida to Maine.
The storm could bring "life-threatening surf and rip currents" and potential flooding, officials say, as the category two hurricane churns north just off shore.
As wildfires continue to rage, Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez calls for new climate policies.
Further flooding is predicted in cities including Karachi in the south of Pakistan.
The heatwave that hung over much of France since early August, with temperatures exceeding 40°C in parts of the country, finally lifted this week. In parallel, and less talked about, a marine heatwave was in progress in the Mediterranean Sea, with water temperatures off the French coast reaching close to 30°C. It was the last of many recorded over recent years in the waters of the Mediterranean which, over the first half of 2025, reached their warmest-ever on record. The acceleration of the sea’s heatwaves is alarming scientists, and leave behind decimated ecosystems. Mickaël Correia reports.
Parents of some of the 27 girls who died in the 4 July flooding are urging Texas lawmakers to improve safety at youth camps.
The heatwave that hung over much of France since early August, with temperatures exceeding 40°C in parts of the country, finally lifted this week. In parallel, and less talked about, a marine heatwave was in progress in the Mediterranean Sea, with water temperatures off the French coast reaching close to 30°C. It was the last of many recorded over recent years in the waters of the Mediterranean which, over the first half of 2025, reached their warmest-ever on record. The acceleration of the sea’s heatwaves is alarming scientists, and leave behind decimated eco systems. Mickaël Correia reports.
Firefighters are battling 21 blazes in western Spain, while a man in Portugal was killed while fighting wildfires.
As climate change disrupts traditional farming in Croatia, one farmer near the capital Zagreb is embracing the heat.
Emergency teams searching for the missing are struggling through mud and debris, following flash flooding in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.
Pakistan has been battered by monsoon rains, which has caused irreparable destruction for thousands
Forecasts nudge Erin's likely path to the west, increasing the risks at U.S. beaches. Tropical storm conditions are expected in North Carolina's Outer Banks starting late Wednesday.
Conservative party leader accuses socialist PM of skimping on firefighting resources and prevention measures
Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez urged extreme caution despite cooler weather, as blazes have scorched over 373,000 hectares, forced evacuations and left six dead across Spain and Portugal.
Croatian farmer is turning climate challenges into opportunities by growing tropical fruit in continental Europe.
A new wave of flooding has swept through villages in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.
Tropical storm conditions and coastal flooding are expected to appear in areas along the Outer Banks starting late Wednesday.
Negligence, weak oversight and climate chaos are putting more and more passengers at risk — not to mention human error.
Will the remnants of Hurricane Erin have an impact on the UK's weather? Shireen Jordan explains.
Wildfires have ravaged more than 450,000 hectares of land across the Iberian peninsula since the start of the year, setting records in a region particularly hard hit by intensive heatwaves and drought affecting southern Europe.
On Monday morning, climate activists cut the electricity cables that supply the JP Morgan and Allianz offices in the City of London. Novara Media spoke to them about why they think it’s time the movement turned to sabotage.
France’s south-east region of Provence is famed for its production of lavender and hybrid lavender, called lavandin, a symbol of the summer when the blue and mauve flowers of the plants explode in colour and heady fragrance. But many of the century-old plantations are facing an increasing double threat to their existence, from over-production and climate change. Pierre Isnard-Dupuy reports on the crisis from France’s Valensole plateau, traditionally a major centre of the country's lavender trade, where some are turning to alternative, and notably organic, methods for growing the coveted aromatic plant.
Spanish prime minister warns of ‘difficult days ahead’ as temperatures remain above 40C
Heavy rain is still expected across the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico, with rainfall of up to 8 inches in some areas.
Hundreds are reported missing in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province as a result of devastating floods.
How heatwaves put bodies to the test
Thousands of firefighters have been battling huge blazes in Spain and Portugal on Saturday.
The Mediterranean basin is facing a new wave of heatwaves and large-scale wildfires. The affected countries have struggled to cope with the consequences of these extreme events.
August 16, 2025 Hurricane Erin exploded in strength to a Category 5 storm in the Caribbean on Saturday, rapidly powering up from a tropical storm in a single day, the National Hurricane Center said.
Rescue efforts intensify in flood-hit villages as thousands remain stranded and death toll rises across Pakistan.
Soaring temperatures are exposing a lack of preparedness in many countries for a hotter climate.
When climate change poses a strategic threat, it needs a strategic response
Southern Europe’s wildfires intensify amid a searing heatwave and major religious holidays.
Thousands of people have been left without water for a second day due to a burst water main in Broughton.
Heavy monsoon rains have unleashed landslides and flash floods across northern Pakistan, killing at least 117 people in 24 hours, with most deaths in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.
The Energy Star program has saved Americans more than a half-trillion dollars in energy costs and has reduced climate pollution. Now the Trump administration wants to eliminate or privatize it.
In Lyon, green islands offer a cooling solution to heatwaves
Some parts of Wales are set to experience their fourth heatwave of the year as communities try and keep cool.
Firefighters battle blazes in parts of Portugal, France, Croatia and Greece as temperatures climb to mid-40s
At least 32 people have died and over 50 are missing after flash floods in Indian-administered Kashmir.
EU diplomacy on behalf of Ukraine, rapprochement between Turkey and Armenia, and European reactions to Israel's war in Gaza. Then: wildfire devastation in southern Europe, a Schindler factory becomes a museum, sustainable aviation and Italy's cartoon icon Pimpa turns 50.
For a third year in a row, the city of Juneau, Alaska, faced a flood from the melting Mendenhall Glacier. Officials say that without a new temporary levee, hundreds of homes would have been flooded.
Farmers in Southwest France express growing concern over the heatwave
The strict measures were brought in as Canada faces its second worst wildfire season on record.
Spain has seen almost 200 wildfires this summer, most of which are linked to climate change, authorities say.
Data shows number of blazes in Europe has jumped by nearly 50% in 2025 during repeated heatwaves
The administration is trying to erase climate-change regulation
The Mendenhall River has flooded annually for over a decade due to a meltwater build-up on the glacier that births it. Those floods were minor until 2023, when a couple dozen homes were damaged. Last year, the flood hit 300 homes.
Firefighters are struggling to control wildfires blazing across Europe because of a severe heatwave.
Watch: Europe's wildfires seen from above
The National Hurricane Center expects the storm to strengthen over the next several days and says it could become a hurricane by late Thursday.
Nearly 1,000 soldiers have been deployed to battle wildfires. Spain’s meteorological agency has issued red-level “extreme risk” alerts for five regions amid rising temperatures.
The first fatality from the spate of wildfires in Spain was reported on Tuesday, after a child died of heatstroke in Italy on Monday. Meteorologists have predicted that Tuesday will be the hottest day of the heatwave yet.
Such disasters point repeatedly to the impacts of human activities because despite repeated warnings, unregulated construction and encroachments on riverbanks and flood plains are putting more people at risk, they told The Wire.
The Pacific Islands Climate Adaptation Science Center is one of nine regional hubs funded by the federal government, ut this essential source for climate information is at risk of shutting down in the next two months.
Fires threaten a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Spain as temperatures hit new records.
Firefighters worked overnight to tackle the blaze on the hill overlooking the Scottish capital. There were no reports of injuries.
Temperatures are expected to peak on Tuesday as heat health alerts are issued for the whole of England.
Authorities said more than 1,000 people were evacuated in the north-west region as wildfires spread.
Access to the historic volcano, close to Pompei, has been prohibited and there is speculation that the blaze may be the result of arson
Record-setting rains in Wisconsin led to life-threatening flash flooding in Milwaukee and the surrounding area overnight, prompting widespread flood alerts.
France has been suffering its largest wildfire in at least 50 years, according to disaster officials.
At least 15 people have died and dozens more are missing after flash floods hit Gansu province, local authorities say.
Vineyards planted by generations of winemakers have been destroyed by the country’s worst wildfires in 75 years
India and other countries have ended export restrictions, flooding the market with supply
Firefighters battle to prevent reignition of France’s largest wildfire as residents return home
A wildfire on the outskirts of Athens was contained but not out on Saturday, the fire brigade says.
Simon Harris also told Amazon that Ireland worked to ‘control what we can’ in current economic climate
The blaze, called the Canyon fire, has burned about 5,300 acres since erupting near Lake Piru on Thursday afternoon.
The fire service says the body of an elderly man was found inside his home in the Togani area, close to where the fire started.
The gigantic wildfire which, in barely more than 48 hours, burnt through about 17,000 hectares (42,000 acres) of vegetation and forestland in southern France this week has finally been halted, but there vare fears it may reignite as an intense heatwave and return of strong winds have been announced for the weekend. For an explanation of the magnitude of this exceptional wildfire, the tactics employed to contain it, and the lessons to be learned from it, Mickaël Correia turned to Éric Brocardi, a senior firefighter and spokesman for France's National Federation of Firefighters.
Drone footage showed workers in India’s Uttarakhand building a makeshift bridge across a gorge after flash flooding.
The University of Hawaiʻi's Maui Wildfire Exposure Study found that almost half of adults are still living in temporary housing, and a quarter remain unemployed despite trying to find work.
High heat threatens to reignite wildfires in southern France
Also in this newsletter: AI changes the plot in Indian cinema, and devastating flash floods in Uttarakhand
Wildfires: 'We must make prevention a political and collective priority, commensurate with the new challenges posed by climate change'
Amid thousands of evacuations and the spread of smoke to the United States, the Canadian armed forces and the Coast Guard were summoned to help battle the blazes.
Aude wildfire is France’s biggest since 1949
Residents of Madrid can go to designated "climate shelters" that offer a cool, air-conditioned space.
And how scientists are scrambling to stop it
When floods hit, getting clear, timely warnings out to people becomes lifesaving, but too often these messages fail.
Thyssenkrupp among companies linking directly to renewable sources to meet climate goals and control energy costs
Funding for FEMA's disaster survivor hotline lapsed the day after the Texas floods, federal records show. It took DHS Secretary Kristi Noem five days to approve more money.
Biggest blaze in the country for 50 years, which is spreading fast, is being tackled by 2,000 firefighters in the southern department of Aude
The legal claim in South Carolina, one of a raft of lawsuits in the U.S., had accused companies of a yearslong disinformation campaign about climate change.
The air quality in places like New York and Chicago has prompted warnings for sensitive groups including children and the elderly.
Torrential downpours have drenched southern Guangdong province, with a landslide in its capital, Guangzhou, trapping 14 people, state broadcaster CCTV said. One person was later confirmed dead, it said.
Biggest blaze in the country for 50 years, which is spreading fast, is being tackled by 2,000 firefighters in the southern department of Aude
A wildfire in southern France has burned an estimated 13,000 hectares, about the total for the entire country last year.
From Miami to Barcelona and Australia’s Gold Coast, governments are trying to save shorelines where climate change is accelerating erosion
Bad weather in Folgefonna National Park is hampering the search for Luhn, who was last seen on 31 July.
The Dragon Bravo fire has been burning for more than a month, fueled by record-low humidity that has hampered containment efforts.
More than 350mm (13.8 inches) of rain was recorded – the highest daily rainfall for August in over 140 years.
Videos showed a surge of muddy water sweeping away multi-storey apartment blocks in the tourist region of Dharali in Uttarakhand.
Hurricane Katrina exposed longstanding flaws in the New Orleans criminal justice system. In the 20 years since, there has been dramatic change in the public defender office.
The area around the immigrant detention center, deep in the Everglades, is threatened by hurricanes, extreme heat and even wildfires.
Temperatures are forecast to remain above seasonable norms for the rest of the week, heightening concerns over public health and wildfire risks
TEHRAN- The group exhibition titled "A Final Gaze at Earth's Breaths," offering an artistic perspective on environmental crises and the future of ecosystems, came to an end at Tehran's Art Garden on Sunday.
Ben Armstrong says his "nightmare" came to life as his family wouldn't be safe if they stayed at their home.
The popular Canary Island date palm and pine trees are a significant fire hazard
Environment minister seeks to change legislation 3 months before UN climate summit
Health officials from Minnesota to Maine have issued alerts warning of poor air quality from wildfires burning in Canada. People are advised to limit outdoor exposure.
Between 20% and 40% of French people are unable to take at least one week of holiday away from home every year, due to financial, psychological and logistical obstacles. The organizations that try to help them are starting to suffer the effects of the economic climate.
This week, the E.P.A. said it would revoke its own ability to fight climate change, part of an extraordinary pivot away from science-based protections.
A roundup of major events last week.
Record temperatures have also forced temporary shutdowns at power plants
The Dragon Bravo fire has exploded to more than 100,000 acres amid dry weather and a weak monsoon season in Arizona.
TEHRAN – Following deadly flooding and landslides across Vietnam, the head of the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) has announced its readiness to provide necessary humanitarian assistance.
BBC News has spoken to a range of experts to look at where you stand with cancellations and insurance.
Leading European lender to fossil fuel industry follows HSBC and US banks in exiting ‘net zero’ group
Centuries-old yak herding way of life faces extinction as climate change alters a fragile Himalayan ecosystem in Ladakh.
As the climate changes, how do we adapt? From protecting informal workers to revamping the economy and coping with heat.
Officials have been criticised over the lack of warning ahead of the flash floods that killed at least 135 people.
At a hearing in hard-hit Kerr County, an emergency management coordinator for the first time explained his whereabouts when the Guadalupe River burst its banks.
The Texas Legislature is in a special session and discussing proposals to improve disaster preparedness after floods killed more than 130 people early this month.
Belgium is a major hub for cocaine in Europe, with the drug flooding the continent via the port of Antwerp.
Official says ‘contingency plan had flaws’ as torrential rains, floods kill disabled seniors near Beijing.
To win voters’ consent, policymakers must offer pragmatism and hope
A Swiss start-up has unveiled its latest venture in Iceland: a cutting-edge plant designed to extract carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and securely store it underground.
Local officials admit "loopholes in emergency planning" and say the incident is a painful lesson that serves as "a wake-up call".
After heavy rains struck northern China, including Beijing's rural suburbs, from July 23 to 29, Chinese officials admitted to having not been sufficiently ready, leading to 44 deaths and nine people still missing.
Few tears will be shed for the decline of US global hegemony, but the world needs concerted action and leadership in a range of areas from climate change to peace-making.
Heat waves, flooding and drought made worse by climate change are chipping away at roads, railway tracks and bridges.
Even a policy of “drill, baby, drill” would imply more climate research, not its evisceration, says Ralph Keeling
Glaciers in the Turkish southeast are melting rapidly, threatening water supplies and local tourism.
Climate, health, femicides: Lawsuits against the state have surged in recent years. Beyond securing compensation for victims, these legal procedures primarily aim to raise public awareness and drive change.
Flights are getting bumpier, thanks in part to climate change. But new studies are looking into innovative potential ways to turbulence-proof wings - using AI and owls
Heat advisories affect 168 million Americans in the mid-west, south-east and parts of the north-east US.
The US Environmental Protection Agency on Tuesday issued a proposal to rescind a foundational scientific finding that underpins the federal government's authority to limit greenhouse gas emissions from motor vehicles and, more broadly, to address climate change. The proposed move is certain to face legal challenges.
The Trump administration proposes eliminating a 2009 finding that greenhouse gases endanger people. That would undermine the EPA's climate change regulations for power plants and cars.
White House plans to unwind 2009 declaration that gives officials oversight of climate-warming emissions
Businesses once trumpeted their climate goals. Now they are quietly plugging away
The agency’s administrator said in a podcast that the move would be “the largest deregulatory action in the history of America.”
Women making clay pots using their feet, men-only performances past midnight – some unique art forms being washed away.
Global hunger fell in 2024 for a third year, but conflict and climate shocks deepened crises in Africa and Middle East.
TEHRAN – Evelyn Ndlovu, Minister of Environment, Climate and Wildlife of Zimbabwe, in a meeting with Ahmad-Reza Lahijanzadeh, deputy for Marine and Wetlands at the Department of Environment, has called for the promotion of joint efforts between the two countries.
Greece and Turkey are among the countries battling wildfires as temperatures spike in southern Europe.
3,500 people had to flee their homes and two people died. The General Directorate of Meteorology said Turkey recorded its highest ever temperature of 50.5° Celsius in the southeastern Sirnak province on Friday.
Firefighters are battling several blazes, with officials warning that extreme heat will pose a risk of more in the coming days.
Explosions could be heard as huge clouds of smoke covered Drosopigi village 25km north of Athens
Greece is battling five major wildfires across the country amid a severe heatwave and high winds
As more and more sinkholes pop up all over the world, what can we do to minimize the risk?
A severe heatwave, reaching temperatures of up to 44C, has sparked blazes, including in the suburbs of Athens
Authorities warn air quality is 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' in many parts of New York state on Saturday.
Firearms smuggled in from the United States are flooding Canada’s streets, but the topic is largely absent from border security discussions amid the U.S. trade war.
Despite calls for cooperation and limited climate pledges, the EU-China summit has exposed deep divisions.
Surging demand, smaller tea crops due to heatwaves and US tariffs on Japan are pushing up matcha prices.
Short statement on climate highlights a summit more notable for its occurrence than its achievements
Climate: What does it mean if we can no longer limit warming to 1.5°C?
The heavy rain came after severe flooding in the area killed three people and damaged dozens of homes on July 18.
Temperatures reach 50 degrees, as 14 hospitalised in Turkey and 100 homes burned in Cyprus
Its ruling that burning fossil fuels can be “internationally wrongful” risks provoking a backlash
Women farmers battle climate change and patriarchy, two approaches to tackling India's waste problem; plus saving owls.
Local reports say the bodies, which are yet to be identified, belong to an elderly couple in the village of Malia, in the Limassol district.
Extreme heat and powerful winds fuel a raging wildfire in Cyprus, endangering villages and displacing hundreds.
International Court of Justice lays the groundwork for climate 'reparations'
The Trump administration wants to reverse a 2009 EPA finding that greenhouse gases endanger people. The finding is the basis for much of the United States' climate change regulations.
The International Court of Justice ruled that nations have an obligation to act on climate change under international laws protecting the environment and human rights.
The submerged weddings are the latest example of a flooding problem that the country can't shake off.
The International Court of Justice says climate change is an “urgent and existential threat.”
The ICJ said countries have to meet their climate obligations or potentially see affected nations seek reparations through legal action.
International Court of Justice finds that countries have an obligation to cut greenhouse gas emissions
The International Court of Justice, the UN's highest court, has issued a landmark advisory opinion on states' legal obligations to tackle climate change, which could pave the way for litigation over reparations.
The catastrophic floods along the Guadalupe River killed at least 135 people. Survivors are still trying to make sense of what happened.
The recent floods in Kerr County, Texas killed 135 people, including many young children.
Life-sized animal puppets, part of international art project "The Herds," are marching from the DR Congo to the Arctic.
Government notes need to provide backing for development of ‘low-carbon transport projects’, such as MetroLink, before 2030
Incessant monsoon rains cause landslides and flash floods, taking the total rain-related deaths this year to 242.
Texas lawmakers meet to debate disaster management as fingers are pointed over floods
Forest fires are on the rise globally. An increase in severe fire weather is largely responsible.
Police warn road users some roads in Enniskillen are impassable after heavy showers caused flooding.
The Legislature will look at proposals for emergency preparedness in a special session that was already planned over hemp laws. A bill to help build emergency systems failed in the spring.
Report finds extreme climate events linked to price hikes for rice, corn, cocoa, coffee, potatoes and other food items.
Head of Network for Greening the Financial System also admits supervisors underestimated risks of warming planet
CEO of reinsurer says exposure to risks is now ‘worse’ than when the scheme started in 2016
The agency is closing the Office of Research and Development, which analyzes dangers posed by hazards including toxic chemicals, climate change, smog, wildfires, water pollution and more.
Rescue teams have worked "tirelessly" to track down those reported missing after the floods in Kerr County on 4 July.
Reservoirs of the dams supplying water to Tehran are currently at their lowest level in a century.
VIETNAM-TOURISM/HALONGBAY (UPDATE 1, TV, PIX):UPDATE 1-Vietnam hunts four missing after sudden thunderstorm capsized tourist boat
Slow-moving storms could bring up to 11 inches of rain, raising the risk of flash floods, particularly in Illinois and Indiana, forecasters said.
TEHRAN – The head of the Natural Resources and Watershed Management Organization, Ali Teymouri, and the resident representative ad interim for the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) in Iran, Ayshanie Medagangoda-Labé, have discussed ways to boost joint efforts on managing natural resources and mitigating climate change impacts, particularly sand and dust storms.
The destruction of wetlands affects water availability, biodiversity, climate stability and the wellbeing of all life, including people’s livelihoods
A majority of the casualties occurred in Sancheong County, in the south of the country.
The blaze in Oregon ballooned to more than 95,000 acres amid shifting winds and dry air. Improved weather this weekend was expected to slow its expansion.
Saturday could see 20-40mm of rainfall within an hour over London and south-east England.
July 19, 2025 A boat carrying tourists capsized during a sudden thunderstorm in Vietnam on Saturday afternoon during a sightseeing excursion, killing 34 people.
Boat carrying 48 passengers, including 20 children, tipped over during a sudden thunderstorm.
Flash floods swept away the empty vehicle, causing it to careen into the bridge.
TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Ministry's Director General for South Asia, Mohammad-Reza Bahrami, expressed profound grief Thursday over catastrophic flooding in Pakistan that has killed over 170 people, including 85 children.
he blaze is now the largest active wildfire in the Western United States and the top priority for resource allocation, nationally, according to Simone Cordery-Cotter with the Oregon State Fire Marshal's Office.
Nick and Erica Schneider listened to the advice. They cut back bushes and scattered gravel. Will a world beset by fire follow their lead?
Torrential rain has triggered flooding, destroyed hundreds of houses, and killed more than 150 people in the past month.
Early and intense wildfire season has arrived around the Mediterranean
The state needs about $54 billion for flood mitigation, according to a 2024 flood plan.
Firefighter teams in trucks, helicopters and planes in northwestern Turkiye battled growing wildfires for a second day.
“New York City is currently under a Flood Watch until midnight tonight as storms come through our area. Keep an eye on the weather and stay safe," Mayor Eric Adams shared.
The Cram wildfire grew rapidly over the weekend, threatening small communities and ranch land.
Thunderstorms triggered flash floods in New York City and New Jersey on Monday, stranding commuters and motorists.
More than 200 London firefighters fight flames in Dagenham, Hornchuch and Walthamstow on Monday.
Case argued the government breached its duty of care to protect the Torres Strait Islands from climate change
Barclays and UBS refuse to commit to Net-Zero Banking Alliance following HSBC’s exit despite softening of rules
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Reform UK-run councils plan to scrap net zero pledges, reversing award-winning climate work despite heatwaves and warnings from British scientists. As reported by The Guardian, two former award-winning councils under Reform UK plan to drop
Wildfire that razed historic Grand Canyon Lodge spread after being allowed to burn for days
The Grand Canyon Lodge is the only hotel on the park's North Rim, which is closed for the rest of the season due to wildfire risk. The hotel was already rebuilt once, after a kitchen fire in 1932.
The heavy rain has forced rescuers to halt search operations for victims of the deadly floods that occurred in the region just over a week ago.
Widespread thunderstorms were expected to develop from Northern Virginia to southern New England on Monday.
Wildfires have burnt more than 45,000 acres and forced the closure of the North Rim to visitors for the rest of the 2025 season
Badenoch shows the temptation of just putting all this climate unpleasantness behind us
People in South America are most likely to say that climate change is behind extreme weather, while people in Africa and North America are less likely to agree
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Energy Secretary Ed Miliband to warn MPs that rejecting net-zero policies is a betrayal of future generations as the UK faces mounting climate threats. Ed Miliband will confront MPs who dismiss net-zero policies, accusing them
The UK has a notably different climate compared with just a few decades ago, the Met Office says.
The Trump Administration argued that it was shifting to empower state governments to provide citizens with relief, but climate experts say that would be harmful.
‘Zombie’ microbes may reawaken as Earth’s ice melts, a study has found
In the Turkmen mountains in northwestern Syria, humanitarian workers who have become the new Syrian Civil Defense are battling wildfires that are devastating the forest.
Two wildfires have consumed more than 45,000 acres and destroyed as many as 80 structures in the Grand Canyon.
Death in Liverpool, where one in four young children are not protected, is fuelling warnings that the virus could spread like ‘wildfire’
Scotland and Northern Ireland set heat records, as hot weather causes disruption in England and Wales.
Nearly half the global population has also been exposed to dust levels exceeding WHO safety thresholds.
The president and first lady visited Kerrville to meet local officials and families of the victims of the recent flooding. Trump promised federal support, but his team emphasized the state's role.
Catastrophic floods killed more than 120 and destroyed homes and businesses in July 4 tragedy
Former National Weather Service meteorologists say local offices are overstretched, even as they performed admirably during the catastrophic floods in Texas.
Fast-spreading Grand Canyon wildfires force evacuations
The US president and first lady surveyed the damage from the deadly floods where 120 people were killed and 161 are still missing.
Bubble Inn, the cabin that hosted girls aged from 8 to 10, was the cabin that lost the most campers out of the 27 people killed at Camp Mystic.
Also in this newsletter: Denmark’s plan to drive up climate investments
2025 is already shaping up to be an extraordinary year for weather records in parts of the UK.
Ricky Pruitt of the Kerrville Church of Christ helped lead a vigil attended by hundreds of community members Wednesday.
Sarah Breeden cites evidence that extreme weather events push up inflation in ways central banks find difficult to combat
Efforts continue to find survivors from lethal flash floods in Texas, Britain and France agree to “co-ordinate” their nuclear deterrents—and more
The politicians say their constituents are "limited in their ability to go outside" because of the air quality.
France is bracing for a risky summer. The national weather service has classified the Mediterranean arc at 'high' or 'very high' fire alert. While the country has learned lessons from major blazes in 2022, its firefighting aircraft fleet is aging.
Recent wildfires have torn through southeastern Turkiye’s Hatay, still recovering from a February 2023 earthquake.
Understaffed air traffic controllers face strikes, wildfires and high demand for flying
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Over 5,000 UK citizens urged MPs to act on climate, as polling shows strong public support for net zero goals despite widespread silence. As reported by The Guardian, thousands from across Britain met their MPs
Last month was the planet's third-hottest June on record, behind the same month in 2024 and 2023, the EU's Copernicus Climate Change Service said in a monthly bulletin on Wednesday.
Texas floods: Over 160 people still listed as missing
Team of firefighters and first responders volunteer along Guadalupe River after mass flooding in show of solidarity
Wildfires near Marseille, France have forced the airport to close and injured nine firefighters.
Four friends, all 21, planned to spend the weekend in the Hill Country. Then the rains came.
Search and rescue teams wade through mud-piled riverbanks for a fourth day as more flash floods threaten the region.
Hounslow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hounslow’s new Local Plan (to 2041) aims to build 28,800 homes (50% affordable), create 20,000 jobs, boost green growth, and fight climate change. Supported by Councillor Tom Bruce. As UK Property FORUMS News reported, Hounslow has a
TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araqchi has said that sanctions and geopolitical tensions undermine climate cooperation and hinder coordinated action.
Research in Chile suggests climate crisis makes eruptions more likely and explosive, and warns of Antarctica risk
Among the victims are 28 children from a summer camp. Search teams continue looking for dozens who remain missing
Following the Texas floods some Democrats have warned about the "consequences" of President Trump's cuts to the federal workforce.
The coalition’s ‘Madleen’ ship made headlines in June when it attempted to sail to Gaza, with climate activist Greta Thunberg aboard.
Further adverse weather expected as Camp Mystic confirms deaths of 27 campers and counsellors
With more rain on the way, the risk of life-threatening flooding is still high in Texas on Monday, as crews search urgently for the missing following the deluge that killed more than 80 people. Officials say the death toll is sure to rise.
President Trump’s cuts to climate change research come under more scrutiny after deadly Texas floods.
A team of People’s Union for Civil Liberties (PUCL) and Association for Protection of Civil Rights (APCR) members conducted a fact-finding exercise on July 2 in both villages, only to find a palpable climate of fear, shuttered businesses, disrupted lives, and displaced families.
Impacts of drought hit hardest in climate hotspots — regions already dealing with warming trends, population pressures and fragile infrastructure
The president promised disaster relief funding for the region where emergency crews continue to search for survivors
Search and rescue efforts continue in Central Texas where flash flooding has left at least dozens of people dead.
Multiple extreme weather events are hitting the economy and require investment in safety
Wildfires and climate change could see decades' worth of pollutants released into the water courses.
Scott Ruskan, a Coast Guard swimmer, is credited with saving 165 people at the all-girls’ camp from dangerous floods.
Fires continue to leave a trail of destruction in western Syria, with authorities saying at least 10,000 hectares of forest and farmland have been destroyed
Donald Trump declares the deadly flooding a major disaster amid fresh fears of further flooding
Texas floods: Desperate search for missing as death toll rises
Distressed parents are searching for their missing daughters at the Christian summer camp hit by flash flooding in Texas
A newly published Hebrew University of Jerusalem study found that the well-meaning environmental tax turned into a cultural flashpoint.
At least 32 people have been killed, including 14 children, officials said, after flash floods hit Kerr County.
The worst floods in Texas for 40 years have left at least 27 dead, with dozens of children still missing at an elite summer haven
The National Hurricane Center officially named Depression 3 as Tropical Storm Chantal on Saturday morning. The storm is expected to bring periods of heavy rains across the coastal areas of the Carolinas through Sunday.
Authorities in US state face questions about whether they issued proper warnings ahead of rain-fuelled flooding.
Camp Mystic, the Christian summer camp, says says it sustained ‘catastrophic level floods’
Strategy part of efforts to improve bloc’s resilience to conflict and climate change
The Kerr County Sheriff's Office reported 13 people were found dead in "catastrophic flooding" in the area.
Authorities were coming under scrutiny over whether the summer camps and residents in places long vulnerable to flooding had received proper warning and whether enough preparations had been made.
Frantic searches are under way in the US state of Texas after a "catastrophic level" of flooding.
Frantic searches were underway for the missing after heavy rain set off flooding along a river in Central Texas, the authorities said.
More than a foot of rainfall west of Austin amid reports of unconfirmed number of fatalities from flash flooding
Also in this newsletter: Europe battles wildfires and heat
Costa Rica-based inter-American court of human rights says states have obligation to respond to climate change
The National Hurricane Center is tracking a “disturbance” that could intensify in the coming days.
New blaze erupts in Athens suburb of Pikermi
Fire evacuations in Greece and Turkey while temperatures in Spain and Portugal hit 46C
Environmental campaigners warn new law lacks independent oversight and is undermined by continuing mining projects
The blaze comes as southern Europe contends with an acute summer heatwave which has killed people in several countries.
People ordered to leave homes, hotels, and rental rooms in the nearby Ferma municipality as flames fanned by gale force-winds approach the area.
Hundreds of locals and visitors to the island have been moved from the port of Ierapetra while firefighters tackle the flames raging across the south
Companies including the Boston Consulting Group and the big four accounting firms have been named in the report
'2015-2025: Europe's migration crisis' (2/5). Thanks to former chancellor Angela Merkel's asylum policy, Germany has taken in nearly half the Syrians seeking refuge in Europe since 2015. One of them, Amer Alqadi, a 39-year-old married father and naturalized citizen, believes that while the country still needs immigrants, its political climate has grown more tense.
Unions said stars were risking their lives for entertainment as Italy’s heatwave takes its toll on performers in helmets and heavy costumes
Two people were found dead by firefighters tackling a blaze in Spain's Catalonia region.
'The Himalayas Overheating' (3/6). In the north of the country, a village that has been isolated from the outside world for centuries is suffering from the combined effects of climate change and the loss of a way of life as it is integrated the country's economy.
Scientists say heatwaves and storms are becoming more intense due to human-driven climate change.
Also in this newsletter: Brussels fudges 2040 climate target
Forecasters warned of flash flooding across Maryland, Pennsylvania and New Jersey. The weather caused delays at some of the busiest airports on the East Coast.
During French heatwave, homeless are on front line: 'We liked to sit in the shade here, but they put up a barrier'
The National Climate Assessment is the most influential source of information about climate change in the United States.
From Paris to Lisbon, locals and tourists are struggling as a powerful heatwave grips European countries.
Deaths from extreme weather have been reported in Italy and Spain as temperatures near 40C, bringing more wildfires in Turkey and torrential rain in the Alps
Several European regions had their highest temperatures on the last day of June, as a heatwave continues into July.
Resident fear even worse is to come in August
The Riverside County wildfire burned more than 600 acres in just a few hours on Monday. About 5,000 people were ordered to leave their homes.
As France faces heatwave, 'The gap between what needs to be done and the pace at which climate change is accelerating grows wider each year'
The suspected gunman who allegedly killed two firefighters after starting a wildfire was described as a ‘loner’
Health alerts were issued in France, Spain, Italy, Portugal, and Germany. Even the Netherlands, used to a milder climate, issued a warning for high temperatures in the coming days, with high humidity.
Several countries remain in the grip of a heatwave that has already broken several records.
Authorities say forecasters cannot rule out a repeat of extreme weather like the devastating floods of 2022.
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Rail passengers face slower journeys as extreme heat forces speed limits on two major London routes, with more disruption expected if heat persists. As reported by The Guardian, the UK heatwave has disrupted rail travel, forcing speed
Londoners are attempting to adapt their wardrobes to a sweltering Tube journey, with mixed results
Firefighters were responding to a blaze in the panhandle of Idaho when the shooting happened, a sheriff said. The body of a suspect was recovered on Sunday evening.
The countries most affected are Italy, Greece, Spain and Portugal, with temperatures nearing or topping 40C (104F).
The temperature could climb to mid-30s on Monday as second amber alert in two weeks continues
'The Himalayas Overheating' (1/6). This is the first part of a series on the Asian mountain range where the continent's main rivers, vital to the survival of nearly 2 billion people, find their source. Climate change and huge infrastructure projects are changing the landscape beyond repair.
Kelly Ramsey's first year as a hotshot wildland firefighter in California broke all kinds of records. In 2020, California was an inferno. Ten-thousand fires broke out across the state and turned more than four million acres to ash.
Two-thirds of Portugal will be on high alert on Sunday for extreme heat and forest fires
Protesters in Venice denounce Bezos’ lavish wedding, citing over-tourism, high housing costs, and climate concerns.
Hurricane forecasters rely on weather data collected and processed by Department of Defense satellites. That data will no longer be available as of Monday, June 30.
Spain, Italy and France are among the countries issuing warnings to protect health and stop wildfires.
TEHRAN –The International Day of the Tropics, observed on June 29 annually, focuses on the significance of the tropics as hubs of the world's biodiversity and the challenges faced by the regions due to climate, geography, and urbanization.
Nearly half the citizens of the tiny Pacific Island nation have already applied in a lottery for Australian visas amid an existential threat from global warming and sea-level rise.
Nine people from one extended family were killed at Swat River, while others died in rain-related incidents elsewhere.
The Ecosystems Mission Area helps researchers track everything from birds and bees to floods and fires. Trump wants to cut it by about 90%, gutting a key federal ecological program.
The loss of access to the data could hamstring forecasters’ ability to track hurricanes and warn residents of their risk.
Hounslow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hounslow Council has submitted its emerging Local Plan to the Secretary of State for independent examination, outlining development goals through to 2041. The Plan presents a bold and sustainable vision for Hounslow’s future, addressing the climate crisis,
Leading Indian banks including the SBI funded coal projects worth $29 billion between 2016 and 2023 alone, the report notes.
More than 4,000 Tuvalu citizens have entered the ballot for a world-first climate visa to Australia.
The climate shocks that could trigger wider market turmoil
Aid groups, some of which helped after Hurricane Helene, are preparing to take on more responsibility when storms, floods and wildfires strike.
The flames quickly spread into residential areas, as Greece experienced its first heatwave of the summer.
Coastal blaze triggers evacuation orders, days after state of emergency declared over fires on Aegean island of Chios.
Every year, millions of Americans rely on FEMA assistance after hurricanes, wildfires, tornadoes and other disasters. The president says state governments should do more.
Videos on social media showed several houses, roads and bridges damaged, while cars were swallowed up and washed away in the floods triggered by cloud bursts.
Groups are maintaining environmental commitments but trimming messaging about it
Even with realistic adaptation, crop yields will fall as temperatures rise
Police have linked the panic during the Fête de la Musique to social media posts instilling a climate of fear fed by calls to ‘jab’ women for fun
Another heatwave could be on the way this week as temperatures are set to soar.
The World Bank must reconsider this dangerous path and ensure that its energy financing truly supports climate resilience and equitable development, rather than exposing vulnerable populations to unnecessary risks.
TEHRAN – Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in cooperation with the Department of Environment (DOE), serving as Iran’s National Designated Authority to the Green Climate Fund (GCF), has held a workshop to explore effective national coordination mechanisms vital for facilitating stronger engagement with the GCF and other multilateral climate finance institutions.
The president's Mideast envoy is headed back to Qatar for more negotiations. The death toll continues to rise in Hill Country, where the search continues for victims of devastating flash flooding over the weekend.
Also in this newsletter: Stop diluting the Green Deal, demands EU climate chief
As heat related power outages surge, things are expected to worsen, with AI-focused data centres sucking up power.
Near the Colombian city of Medellín, at least 10 people were still missing after the tragedy, which was caused by flooding in a ravine due to heavy rains.
Flights now contribute more greenhouse gas than electricity sector, Climate Change Committee says
June 6, 2025 More than 200 wildfires are raging across Canada, sending a thick blanket of choking smoke through the U.S. Midwest. Experts says climate change means U.S. residents better get used to it.
He was saved by his trailer’s weight after a landslide caused by flooding — the worst in the area for 30 years — swept away part of the structure
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca says his players are finding it "impossible" to train amid a heatwave on the east coast of the United States.
Taking meaningful climate action, an absolute imperative
After the recent heat, Sunday feels very different - and there is unsettled weather ahead.
Pinch Point explore how conflict, climate change, and geopolitics are shaping the crisis in Lake Chad.
The firms say their First Amendment rights are being violated when cities and states sue and accuse them of spreading misinformation about climate change.
'A furnace': Life under Paris's zinc roofs during a heatwave
Parts of the UK brace for thunderstorms after a Met Office yellow weather warning comes into force.
'Impossible to sleep before 3 am': France swelters under summer's first heatwave
The government's unpreparedness is not a lapse – it is a systemic failure.
Video shows communities in the affected areas dealing with flood waters and a messy clean-up.
On Thursday morning, Hurricane Erick hit Mexico’s southern coastline as a Category 3 storm, damaging businesses and homes.
Alerts across England are in force until Monday morning and come as heatwave conditions are expected.
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – NHS and local agencies issue safety warnings as Croydon faces a heatwave with temperatures soaring to 32ºC, urging residents to take health precautions. NHS London has released urgent health advice, advising people to exercise caution and make
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The United States National Hurricane Center has warned of the risk of ‘life-threatening flooding and mudslides’.
“If you are in low-lying areas, near rivers, near waterways, it is best for you to go to shelters,” President Claudia Sheinbaum said.
The nights will also be much warmer from Thursday, with many areas seeing temperatures in the high teens.
From Chenonceau to the Acropolis, heritage sites face the impacts of climate change
Erick is expected to rapidly intensify and reach major hurricane strength as it approaches Mexico’s coast.
Ten years after the signing of the Paris climate accord, demand for coal is still growing — largely because of India and China — and shows no signs of peaking
The alerts covers most of England and warns of an impact on health and social care due to high temperatures.
As President Trump’s tariffs close off the U.S. market, Chinese goods are flooding countries from Southeast Asia to Europe to Latin America.
A series of delicate issues awaits the Italian executive, who comes from Renault: an unfavorable economic climate, significant group debt and the collapse of sales at flagship brand Gucci. Financial markets have responded positively to the announcement of his appointment.
Fire services across UK invest in new kit and training as impacts of climate change grow
Torrential rain caused flash floods in that led to at least six deaths in the state, including a 3-year-old child.
France's Emmanuel Macron is visiting Greenland to hold talks on North Atlantic and Arctic security, climate change and critical minerals.
Former UK prime minister’s criticism of UK’s push to net-zero applies equally to Ireland and its unachievable greenhouse gas targets
The Atlantic hurricane season got off to a quiet start. That’s not unusual, experts said.
Flooding in South Africa’s Eastern Cape province has killed dozens of people and left hundreds of families homeless.
Temperatures on Friday will likely match the previous hottest day of 2025 so far.
A new report accuses fashion giants of not considering the welfare of workers affected by climate change.
The authorities were still searching for four children. Inclement weather has left thousands displaced.
Heavy snowfall, torrential rain and freezing winds have affected several areas of the Eastern Cape province, with most of the country experiencing brutal winter weather conditions since last week.
At least 49 people have been killed in the floods, including several children were on a bus swept away.
More than 12.9 million people live within 20km of the coast, and 60% of the economy depends on coastal infrastructure and natural resources
May 2025 was the second warmest ever globally, according to the Copernicus Climate Change Service
The government on Wednesday released a redacted version of a report on the infiltration of the Muslim Brotherhood movement in France. For weeks, political and media attention has been fixated on the issue, driven by interior minister Bruno Retailleau, who is aware of the political gain he might reap from it. The document - which was presented to France's Defence and National Security Council - immediately led to a call from President Emmanuel Macron for new measures to counter what the authors call a “threat to national cohesion”. One of the expert witnesses questioned for the report was researcher Frank Fregosi. In an interview with Mediapart's Lucie Delaporte, the academic voices his concern over the impact of the document and the widespread climate of mistrust facing practising Muslims in France.
Three children have been found alive, with search and rescue operations suspended for the night.
Pedro Sánchez fled the floods crisis, was silent on the power cut and is mired in claims of dirty tricks — and now faces protest in Madrid
US President Donald Trump insinuated that climate activist Greta Thunberg needed to seek anger management classes.
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Climate activist Greta Thunberg is among those aboard the Madleen, which Israel says is "safely" heading to its shores.
Israel's defence minister said climate protester Greta Thunberg and others on board were "Hamas propaganda spokespeople"
Severe monsoon rains have triggered deadly floods and landslides in northeast India, killing at least 48 people.
The attempt to block the flotilla carrying the famed climate activist comes 15 years after a similar aid effort ended in deadly violence.
The climate activist talks to The Sunday Times on board the Madleen, due to arrive on Monday with aid supplies — and she is expecting a clash with Israeli forces
The Met Office warns frequent lightning, hail and strong, gusty winds will be additional hazards.
The mandate that the DoT challenged was a key part of former President Joe Biden’s plan to address climate change.
The warning covering parts of England and Wales will be active between 09:00 and 18:00 on Saturday.
Socceroos all but book 2026 World Cup berth; Elon Musk’s attacks rile US president
Also in this week’s newsletter, growing fears of steel imports ‘flooding’ the country
Milan-bound Ryanair flight diverts to southern Germany due to heavy turbulence from a thunderstorm
Twice since the end of 2024, massive outages have plunged this US Caribbean territory into darkness, amid a severe energy crisis fueled by decades of underinvestment and the devastation of Hurricane Maria in 2017.
More than 212 active fires were burning as of Tuesday, according to the Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre.
More than 200 fires are burning in the country, with over 100 of them considered out of control
Smoke from Canadian wildfires carried another day of poor air quality south of the border to the American Midwest. Huge plumes of smoke have even reached Europe, the European Union's climate monitoring service said Tuesday.
The Trump administration is clawing back millions in climate grants promised to credit unions in Puerto Rico. A reporter traveled to the island to meet people affected by the rollback.
Syria’s harvest has shrunk as a result of climate change-related drought, further complicating the country’s economic recovery
Decision allows state funds to buy shares in the asset manager and invest in its funds following three-year boycott
Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa and parts of Nebraska and Michigan were under air quality alerts on Tuesday, with advisories for more vulnerable groups to stay indoors or limit outdoor activity.
David Richardson baffles Fema staff with ‘joke’ that critics say betrays an ignorance which should get him fired
The Swedish climate activist speaks to Middle East Eye from aboard vessel heading to Palestinian enclave with urgent supplies
The 12-person crew, including climate activist Greta Thunberg, is expected to reach Gaza on June 7.
A new point in history has been reached, entomologists say, as climate-led species’ collapse moves up the food chain even in supposedly protected regions free of pesticides
EU-funded camp being built in forest on Lesbos, but lawsuits filed to halt construction
Two Canadian provinces have declared a state of emergency as intense wildfires, fueled by hot and dry weather, are forcing thousands to evacuate.
Indian cities flood again as poor planning, outdated drainage and climate change expose the urban crisis.
Drought, climate change, poison, and low river flow among the possible reasons for the mass deaths.
The climate activist, who is sailing to Gaza on a flotilla with other campaigners, was criticised by Lindsey Graham on X
Allowing market instruments would damage bloc’s credibility, board says
The 12-person crew, which includes climate activist Greta Thunberg, expects to take seven days to reach Gaza.
‘Accounting trick’ to support methane-emitting sectors undermines fight against climate change, say researchers
Seasonal forecasts issued for the summer predict that June to August are more likely to be hotter than normal but are less certain about prospects for rain.
Michigan, Wisconsin and Minnesota are already seeing air quality deteriorate because of smoke from the fires in Manitoba and Saskatchewan.
At least 3,018 people displaced and 265 houses destroyed in the floods in central Nigeria as more rains are feared.
Rescue teams continued to search for missing residents after torrential rains late on Wednesday through early Thursday washed away and submerged dozens of homes in and around the town of Mokwa. The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) described it as an 'unprecedented flood.'
States across the border issued air advisories about particulate pollution that are expected to last for several days.
The Canadian province of Manitoba declared a state of emergency and told 17,000 people to flee wildfires.
Wildfires in the Atlantic Canadian province of Nova Scotia have destroyed homes and caused thousands of people to evacuate. As of Monday, around 16,400 people have been forced to leave their homes near Halifax, Nova Scotia’s largest city. The region has seen
Local officials warn the death toll could rise after heavy rainfall flooded a market town in Niger State.
"This is the largest evacuation Manitoba will have seen in most people's living memory," the province's premier said.
As heat, floods and drought get worse, people are getting creative
Officials declared a state of emergency for the entire province of Manitoba on Wednesday as out-of-control fires threatened several communities.
Population growth and climate change will put too much pressure on the system unless more reservoirs are built, says water minister
More than 17,000 people in Canada's western Manitoba province were being evacuated on Wednesday, as the region experienced a terrifying start to wildfire season. Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew declared: 'This is the largest evacuation Manitoba will have seen in most people's living memory.'
The judges ruled that German civil law could be used to hold companies accountable for the worldwide effects of their emissions.
Saúl Luciano Lliuya believes energy giant RWE should be held responsible for melting glaciers.
Judge rules that companies ‘may be obligated to take preventive measures’ to counter their emissions.
Hamm court confirms principle of liability but rules risk of flooding to property not high enough
Duke of Sussex made surprise visit to China to urge travel industry to meet global climate goals
Our weather is likely to see wild swings from one extreme to another over short periods of time because of climate change.
Hundreds of residents remain in evacuation centres, with 52 rescues made overnight despite conditions easing.
Thunderstorms in the south and central United States caused flight delays during Memorial Day weekend, the beginning of the summer travel season.
Growths on plants formed by parasitic weevils help their offspring hunker down on a Brazilian savanna and outlast the flames.
Bloc is within one percentage point of meeting greenhouse gas emissions reduction target by 2030
Action is needed now to protect and preserve Ireland’s heritage in the face of climate change, but heritage itself can be part of the solution
About 50,000 people are still isolated after powerful weather system dumped months of rain in three days.
When floods spill across the western plains, the stage is set for the remarkable celebration of Kuomboka — and tourists are being invited to join the party
The Japanese capital has announced that this summer it will cover the fixed portion of residents' water bills to help them cope with increasingly intense summer heat, a consequence of climate change.
New data showed applications surged in the first three months of this year, which some analysts attributed to the political climate in the U.S.
A natural disaster has been declared after four months of rain fell in two days.
The storms have dumped more than six months' worth of rain over three days, smashing flood-height records in some areas. 50,000 people are still stranded.
The warning comes as cuts to American research raise fears over the ability to track and prepare for them.
Central bank should steer clear of interfering in political debate around net zero, Sarah Breeden argues
Discovery shows how climate change is driving spread of tropical diseases to new regions
Fish made famous by the movie Finding Nemo are shrinking to cope with marine heatwaves.
Mayors in the Riviera are describing ‘incomprehensible’ damage and ‘avalanches of water’
At least three people have died in the flooding which swept across southern France.
Leaders say regulation aimed at protecting workers and climate outside bloc will harm economic competitiveness
President Trump’s administration is not only allowing more greenhouse gases. It is undermining the nation’s ability to understand and respond to a hotter planet.
Major corporations have greener policy positions than their industry lobby groups
Rescuers in Nigeria are continuing to recover bodies after flash flooding killed at least 36 people.
Wildfires are common in the state. But scientists say this week’s blazes in a northeastern region are a sign of more severe effects from a warning planet.
Aid cuts, conflict, climate and economic shocks contribute to sixth consecutive rise in numbers facing ‘high levels of food insecurity’
Severe storms and tornadoes hit Wisconsin and Minnasota on Thursday with a new round of severe thunderstorms expected on Friday
Two people were trapped and killed by a wildfire in a small town in Manitoba, where the provincial capital, Winnipeg, is wilting under a record-breaking heat wave.
Author Abi Daré has been awarded the £10,000 prize for her second novel, And So I Roar.
High Peak Borough Council wants new powers to help prevent wildfires from starting.
The war has devastated farms and irrigation networks, which are also facing the consequences of climate change. With 45% of Syrians reliant on agriculture, the current authorities have aimed to regain food self-sufficiency.
Homeowners reeling from the wildfires in January say that State Farm’s increased rates are unfair and unfounded.
Climate group alleges energy giant misled 400,000 customers about ‘Go Neutral’ product, arguing that carbon offsets don’t actually remove emissions
The fiery political climate, confusing visa rules and President Trump’s tariff war will result in a $12.5 billion drop in spending by visitors, analysts say
These mounds are not new, but they are multiplying due to climate change and are spreading into cities, threatening some infrastructure.
A large swath of Minnesota, Wisconsin, the Dakotas and Nebraska was on high alert on Monday. Temperatures were expected to approach 100 degrees in some places.
A yellow warning has been issued for thunderstorms and floods, despite the UK experiencing its driest spring for nearly 70 years.
The fourth most important food crop is in peril as the Latin America and the Caribbean suffer from climate disaster
‘Sitting ducks’ in focus following Valencia flooding and LA fires
The victims were mostly children and elderly people, with an additional 28 injured.
Forecasters warn of flash flooding from Florida to Virginia amid a slow-moving system that is expected to bring heavy rainfall through Wednesday.
The Danish drama is piercing in its ordinariness. In the real world, the climate crisis worsens and authoritarians take charge as we calmly look away
Scientists warn of a rapid acceleration in the loss of land ice sheets, compounding climate change
The Trump administration has directed agencies to stop estimating the economic impact of climate change when developing policies and regulations.
Vast construction project running across 170km raises environmental concerns
Honour Francis’s vision for 2025 by cancelling unjust debts and funding climate action in the Global South.
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After a week of good weather, Paris was hit by a hailstorm and thunder on Saturday afternoon.
Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service says the fire has spread across about 3km on Dartmoor.
The former California governor is promoting his Vienna climate conference with help from his fellow actor Danny DeVito
After an agreement with the theatre festival's management, Pierre Gendronneau quit due to a 'climate of suspicion surrounding him,' after two accusations, one from a previous role at the Festival d'Automne.
Researchers say Israel’s worst wildfires were exacerbated by non-native trees that Israel has been planting for decades.
US researchers link BHP, Rio Tinto, Santos, Whitehaven Coal and Woodside Energy to specific climate harms over three decades
Atmospheric rivers are a West Coast phenomenon. But they’re also responsible for the devastating flooding that hit the central United States in early April.
The White House wants to focus on 'beating China back to the Moon and putting the first human on Mars.' The administration is requesting $18.8 billion for NASA, down from $24.8 billion last year. NASA's Earth Science division would be slashed by more than $1.1 billion, cutting what the proposal calls 'low-priority climate monitoring satellites.'
In 2019, the UK committed in law to reducing its carbon emissions to net zero by 2050. Now the political climate has changed.
Service closing area in Oregon for wildfire prevention plan months after Trump order to increase timber production
Emergency services warn of water dangers as Britons try to cool off while the risk of wildfires has increased
Authorities reopened the main highway between Tel Aviv and Jerusalem after gaining partial control of the blaze, but warned that a change in the wind could fan the flames.
With warm weather hitting the UK, here's what gardening experts advise for keeping your plants alive.
Pushed to the brink by heat and injustice, South Asia’s workers demand reparations from fossil fuel corporations.
Sir Keir Starmer rejects Sir Tony Blair’s calls to reset ‘irrational’ climate policies because they were ‘doomed to fail’
Some worry renewed debate over Australia's energy future is reopening the "climate wars" of years past.
The Atlantic Forest used to blanket Maxakali territory. But as the forest disappears, the group faces intense heat.
Dark plumes of smoke billowed above highways near the Israeli city as rapidly spreading fires caused several injuries and prompted Defense Minister Israel Katz to declare the situation a 'national emergency.'
Parts of central and southern England are set to reach record-breaking highs on local election day
Wave of incendiary music tracks fueling Islamophobic hate floods Indian social media after April 22 killings.
World now in era of repressive regimes’ impunity, climate inaction and unchecked corporate power, says report
From falling emissions to conscious fashion and marine conservation, this month’s climate barometer tracks Ireland’s progress—and challenges—in sustainability
Temperatures are climbing this week with most places getting into the twenties Celsius but will it be a heatwave?
The Met Office forecasts that warm air from Europe will bring near-heatwave conditions by Wednesday and Thursday
BBC Weather's Matt Taylor has the details on how long April's "mini heatwave" will last.
The prolonged dry, sunny weather in March and April created ideal conditions for wildfires to spread.
Global warming sceptics now argue it is more palatable with the electorate to pivot from climate denialism to anti-renewable energy scepticism
The group mainly campaigned for UK to end the extraction of oil and gas by 2030.
In pursuit of employment, 96% of Peruvian students express readiness to move abroad after their studies. Nearly three-quarters of the country's companies, ensnared in a climate of political and economic instability, report facing recruitment challenges.
Climate activists may be going deeper underground.