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Gulf coast braces for flooding as storm system builds into possible tropical depression

About 5 million Texans live in areas threatened by floods, according to a state report

The state needs about $54 billion for flood mitigation, according to a 2024 flood plan.

Video: Hundreds of firefighters fight 2nd-day blaze in northwestern Turkiye

Firefighter teams in trucks, helicopters and planes in northwestern Turkiye battled growing wildfires for a second day.

Torres Strait leaders lost their landmark case. How can governments be held to account on climate?

Climate Council warns against ‘dumb’ proposal to allow forestry on peatlands

Texas adds transgender bathroom bill to agenda for special legislative session to deal with deadly flooding

'It's not safe': Two killed as flash floods hit NYC, New Jersey amid summer storm chaos

“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.

Australia news live: SA algal bloom a climate change ‘wake-up call’, Ken Henry says; whale near Sydney’s north shore

Storms cause flooding in New York City's streets, requiring some driver rescues

In Shifting Winds, Central Oregon Wildfire Grows to Almost 30,000 Acres

The Cram wildfire grew rapidly over the weekend, threatening small communities and ranch land.

New York City pounded by rare flash floods

Thunderstorms triggered flash floods in New York City and New Jersey on Monday, stranding commuters and motorists.

Air quality alerts issued in Canada and US as wildfires continue to burn

Wildfire smoke degrades air quality in swaths of Ontario, with Toronto ranking among the worst in the world on Monday.

Indigenous leaders in ‘deepest pain imaginable’ as Australian court dismisses climate case

Case argued the government breached its duty of care to protect the Torres Strait Islands from climate change

Banking climate alliance battles to retain big European lenders

Barclays and UBS refuse to commit to Net-Zero Banking Alliance following HSBC’s exit despite softening of rules

Trump administration says it won't publish major climate change report on Nasa website as promised

Reform councils expected to cut climate plans

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

Wildfire that razed historic Grand Canyon Lodge spread after being allowed to burn for days

A wildfire destroyed the historic Grand Canyon Lodge. It burned down once before

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.

Trump administration says it won't publish major climate change report on NASA website as promised

Motorists rescued as new flash flood warnings hit Central Texas

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.

Heavy Rains Head Toward East Coast, Bringing Threat of Flooding to New York

Widespread thunderstorms were expected to develop from Northern Virginia to southern New England on Monday.

A climate reckoning: an annual address could set a new standard for political accountability

Historic Grand Canyon lodge destroyed by wildfire

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

How magical thinking came for net zero critics

Badenoch shows the temptation of just putting all this climate unpleasantness behind us

Grand Canyon Lodge destroyed in wildfire: What we know

People back climate policy when weather events feel personal, new study finds

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

Thunderstorms and heavy rain expected as Met Éireann issues weather warning

Climate change is a by-product of progress, not an existential crisis, says Trump’s energy czar

Back net zero or betray generations, Ed Miliband warns

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

Grand Canyon Lodge fire: Inside the century-old history of the lodge that's now destroyed by wildfire

Tourists mourn historic Grand Canyon lodge destroyed by wildfire

Extreme weather is the UK's new normal, says Met Office

The UK has a notably different climate compared with just a few decades ago, the Met Office says.

Heavy rain in Texas halts rescue efforts as officials warn of further flooding

Vital to avoid backsliding on EU climate targets

Wildfires: Could this be the worst year ever?

Trump admin. officials debate FEMA efficacy after Texas floods

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.

Syria says wildfires in northwest Latakia province contained after 10 days

Noem Defends Response to Texas Floods Amid Intense Scrutiny

Climate crisis puts older adults at high risk from extreme heat, Unep warns

‘Zombie’ microbes may reawaken as Earth’s ice melts, a study has found

Syria's White Helmets undergo baptism by fire

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.

Grand Canyon Lodge and Multiple Other Structures Are Destroyed by Wildfires

Two wildfires have consumed more than 45,000 acres and destroyed as many as 80 structures in the Grand Canyon.

‘We don’t want to be climate refugees’: Torres Strait uncles fear for their islands and their people

Child dies with measles as vaccination rate plummets

Death in Liverpool, where one in four young children are not protected, is fuelling warnings that the virus could spread like ‘wildfire’

Heatwave peaks at 33C as whole of UK swelters

Scotland and Northern Ireland set heat records, as hot weather causes disruption in England and Wales.

Flash floods once again hit Vermont, damaging homes and roads

When will the heatwave end? As UK basks in temperatures above 30C

Sand, dust storms affect about 330 million people due to climate change: UN

Nearly half the global population has also been exposed to dust levels exceeding WHO safety thresholds.

People advised to make most of the weekend as heatwave set to break early next week

Trump praises disaster response in Texas while FEMA's future is murky

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.

Texan communities reel as holiday idyll becomes a disaster zone

Catastrophic floods killed more than 120 and destroyed homes and businesses in July 4 tragedy

Mud, floods and tears: festival disasters with Blur’s Alex James

Risk of Flooding Returns to Texas County Hit by Deadly Storms

The National Weather Service is stretched thin in Texas. It has been for years

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

Fast-spreading Grand Canyon wildfires force evacuations

Watch: 'We're filled with grief' - Trump visits Texas after deadly floods

The US president and first lady surveyed the damage from the deadly floods where 120 people were killed and 161 are still missing.

Trump sees devastation from Texas floods in visit to state

Most of Camp Mystic's youngest campers lost in Texas floods - CNN

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.

Texas floods: Trump meets rescuers and families of flooding victims

Time of Monsters: U.N. Human Rights Chief on Gaza, Immigration, Climate Crisis, and Lack of Solidarity (Extended Interview)

Wildfires force evacuations at two national parks in the US west

Lithuania to save Baltic seals as ice sheets recede due to climate change

Why Kallas’ aid deal is a major victory for Gaza and the EU

Also in this newsletter: Denmark’s plan to drive up climate investments

Watch: BBC on the ground in Texas as cadaver dogs search for missing flood victims

Carl Nasman reports alongside a search team on the Guadalupe River, as more than 150 remain missing nearly a week after deadly flooding.

'Silence and mourning': A pastor's view from Kerrville, Texas, in wake of deadly floods

Ricky Pruitt of the Kerrville Church of Christ helped lead a vigil attended by hundreds of community members Wednesday.

E.P.A. Debunks Conspiracy That ‘Chemtrails’ Are Real and Cause Floods

How Texas could have prepared for its deadly floods, and didn't

Climate change poses growing threat to UK economy, says BoE official

Sarah Breeden cites evidence that extreme weather events push up inflation in ways central banks find difficult to combat

Earthquakes, floods & calamities: Why home insurance is essential to protect your assets - explained

Texas floods: death toll reaches at least 120 people as recovery efforts continue

Expert reveals how to get good night’s sleep in the UK heatwave

This week’s most important political stories

Efforts continue to find survivors from lethal flash floods in Texas, Britain and France agree to “co-ordinate” their nuclear deterrents—and more

Ireland weather: Heatwave expected as temperatures due to reach 28 or more

US lawmakers write to Canada to complain their wildfire smoke is spoiling summer

The politicians say their constituents are "limited in their ability to go outside" because of the air quality.

Mexican volunteers cross the border to help Texas community devastated by floods

Why Forecasting Thunderstorms Is Still So Hard

What went wrong in the Texas floods?

Is southern France ready for a surge in wildfires?

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.

Texas flooding death toll climbs to 119 as search for more people continues

As I saved children from Texas floods I thought of my own daughters

Wildfires reopen earthquake wounds in Turkiye’s shattered Hatay province

Recent wildfires have torn through southeastern Turkiye’s Hatay, still recovering from a February 2023 earthquake.

Texas Floods: Death toll rises to 119, 160 missing; Trump’s FEMA plans face scrutiny

Watch: New Mexico house swept away during flash flooding

EU warns airline delays could be at worst ever this summer

Understaffed air traffic controllers face strikes, wildfires and high demand for flying

Public rallies MPs for urgent climate action

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

European heatwave caused 2,300 deaths, scientists estimate

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.

How Texas flooding disaster led to political blame game

Days after Texas floods, at least 161 people are still missing in one county

Governor Greg Abbott said search and rescue efforts would continue in the wake of the deadly floods "until this job is finished".

Drought status declared in eight counties as heatwave conditions expected this week

OBR rings alarm on pensions, climate change and the fiscal rule

Texas floods: Over 160 people still listed as missing

Texas floods: Over 160 people still listed as missing

Texas floods death toll creeps up as search and rescue continues

Graphics: Where the Texas floods happened and how high the waters rose

Texas flooding: firefighters from Mexico arrive to aid in search and rescue efforts

Team of firefighters and first responders volunteer along Guadalupe River after mass flooding in show of solidarity

Wildfires shut airport near Marseille in France

Wildfires near Marseille, France have forced the airport to close and injured nine firefighters.

Two Found, Two Missing: An Agonizing Search After the Texas Floods

Four friends, all 21, planned to spend the weekend in the Hill Country. Then the rains came.

Dad tried to kayak in Texas floods to save his young daughters, whose last texts were ‘I love you’

Hounslow 2041 plan adds 28,800 homes and 20,000 jobs

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

Sanctions and geopolitical tensions undermine climate cooperation: FM Araqchi

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araqchi has said that sanctions and geopolitical tensions undermine climate cooperation and hinder coordinated action.

Texas Floods: 100+ Killed, Red Alert Warning In U.S. | Terrifying Footage Emerges

Here’s What We Know About the Floods in Central Texas

Melting glaciers and ice caps could unleash wave of volcanic eruptions, study says

Research in Chile suggests climate crisis makes eruptions more likely and explosive, and warns of Antarctica risk

Texas floods death toll climbs to more than 100

Search and rescue teams wade through mud-piled riverbanks for a fourth day as more flash floods threaten the region.

At least 95 dead in floods as Texas fears more rain

Among the victims are 28 children from a summer camp. Search teams continue looking for dozens who remain missing

Ted Cruz was away again when Texas floods hit but returned ‘promptly’

Texas floods: Trump to visit this week as overall death toll rises to 91 amid risk of further flooding

Questions raised about preparedness before Texas floods

Why was the flooding in Texas so deadly?

Freedom Flotilla Coalition prepares to sail second ship 'Handala' to Gaza

The coalition’s ‘Madleen’ ship made headlines in June when it attempted to sail to Gaza, with climate activist Greta Thunberg aboard. 

Texas floods search efforts continue as death toll tops 80

Further adverse weather expected as Camp Mystic confirms deaths of 27 campers and counsellors

Flooding from Chantal's remnants forces dozens to flee homes in North Carolina

Texas flash flood: Camp Mystic says at least 27 campers and counselors died

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.

Trump faces scrutiny over climate funding cuts amid Texas floods

President Trump’s cuts to climate change research come under more scrutiny after deadly Texas floods.

Hindutva Groups' Threats, Boycott Calls Drive Muslim Families Out of Two Pune Villages

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.

Global drought crisis deepens: Record heat and El Niño drive humanitarian disaster

Impacts of drought hit hardest in climate hotspots — regions already dealing with warming trends, population pressures and fragile infrastructure

Trump calls Texas floods ‘unimaginable tragedy’ as death toll hits 80

The president promised disaster relief funding for the region where emergency crews continue to search for survivors

Photos: Texas grapples with devastation from deadly flooding

Search and rescue efforts continue in Central Texas where flash flooding has left at least dozens of people dead.

Campaigners call for ‘spirit’ of ambition in China climate targets

The biggest emitter of greenhouse gases — and leader in renewable energy — is preparing its 2035 goals

Toxic metals found in UK peatlands could pose health risk

Wildfires and climate change could see decades' worth of pollutants released into the water courses.

A Rescuer’s Account at Camp Mystic

Scott Ruskan, a Coast Guard swimmer, is credited with saving 165 people at the all-girls’ camp from dangerous floods.

Marjorie Taylor Greene pushes ‘ignorant’ conspiracy theory hours after Texas flooding

Wildfires ravage Syria's Latakia for fourth consecutive day

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

4 killed as taxi plunges near Rohtang; flash floods ravage Himachal Pradesh

What if Jesus was a vlogger? The AI Bible stories flooding social media

Texas floods: Death toll reaches at least 78, with 41 missing as rescue efforts continue

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

Texas floods: Desperate search for missing as death toll rises

Father’s desperate search for daughter after deadly floods hit Texas camp

Distressed parents are searching for their missing daughters at the Christian summer camp hit by flash flooding in Texas

Breaking News Live Updates: Death toll from flooding in central Texas rises to 32, including 14 children, officials say

A boy saved by barbed wire, a 'destroyed' camp and missed warning signs in Texas floods

Survivors describe a sudden deluge that struck with devastating speed in central Texas.

How a tax opposed by its Shas sparked climate backlash in the ultra-Orthodox community

A newly published Hebrew University of Jerusalem study found that the well-meaning environmental tax turned into a cultural flashpoint.

Tropical Storm Chantal forecast to bring heavy rain to the Carolinas

In the Idyllic Texas Hill Country, Flash Floods Have Long Been a Threat

Camp Mystic’s girls were having the time of their life. Then the torrent struck

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

Tropical Storm Chantal expected to bring heavy rains to the Carolinas

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.

Texas floods death toll rises to 27 as rescuers search for missing children

Authorities in US state face questions about whether they issued proper warnings ahead of rain-fuelled flooding.

Drone footage shows extent of flooding in Texas after dozens killed and more missing

Texas floods: The girls camp where 20 children are missing is nearly a century old

Camp Mystic, the Christian summer camp, says says it sustained ‘catastrophic level floods’

EU to stockpile critical minerals due to war risk

Strategy part of efforts to improve bloc’s resilience to conflict and climate change

At least six dead and 20 children missing in Texas after severe flash flooding

Texas flash floods kill at least 13 people, 23 girl campers missing

Texas flash flooding kills at least 13 people, leaves 20-plus young campers missing

The Kerr County Sheriff's Office reported 13 people were found dead in "catastrophic flooding" in the area.

Twenty girls missing after flash floods in Texas that killed 13

Texas floods leave at least 51 dead, while 27 girls remain missing as rescuers search the devastated landscape

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.

At least 13 killed and 20 children missing in Texas floods

Frantic searches are under way in the US state of Texas after a "catastrophic level" of flooding.

13 Are Killed in Texas Flood, and 20 Girls From Summer Camp Are Missing

Frantic searches were underway for the missing after heavy rain set off flooding along a river in Central Texas, the authorities said.

Six dead, more missing including camp girls after Texas flooding

Flash floods hit Texas Hill Country: Multiple dead, dozens rescued in overnight deluge; emergency ops underway

Rescue efforts are underway as deadly flash flooding hits Texas

Disaster declarations issued through central Texas as heavy rains produce ‘catastrophic flooding’

More than a foot of rainfall west of Austin amid reports of unconfirmed number of fatalities from flash flooding

Why Moldova’s EU membership bid remains tied up with Ukraine’s fate

Also in this newsletter: Europe battles wildfires and heat

UK shoppers shunned high streets for online shopping amid heatwave

Countries must protect human right to a stable climate, court rules

Costa Rica-based inter-American court of human rights says states have obligation to respond to climate change

A Potential Tropical Depression Brings Heavy Rain to Florida

The National Hurricane Center is tracking a “disturbance” that could intensify in the coming days.

Crete wildfire displaces more than 1,000

New blaze erupts in Athens suburb of Pikermi

Deadly 'early summer’ heatwave moves across Europe as climate scientists ring alarm bells

Fire evacuations in Greece and Turkey while temperatures in Spain and Portugal hit 46C

Turkey passes first 'far from ideal' climate change bill as heatwave ravages country

Environmental campaigners warn new law lacks independent oversight and is undermined by continuing mining projects

Wildfire on Greek island of Crete forces evacuation of 1,500

The blaze comes as southern Europe contends with an acute summer heatwave which has killed people in several countries.

Tourists told to flee as fast-moving wildfires take hold on Crete

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

Wildfire on Greek island of Crete scorches forest, forces evacuation of over 1,000

Beachgoers look on as wildfires burn in Greece

Hundreds have been evacuated as wildfires continues to burn in Halkidiki and the island of Crete.

Consulting companies are profiting off the climate crisis — report

Companies including the Boston Consulting Group and the big four accounting firms have been named in the report

In Germany, Syrians still do not feel fully assimilated after 10 years

'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.

‘It’s like Squid Game’: overheated opera singers faint on stage

Unions said stars were risking their lives for entertainment as Italy’s heatwave takes its toll on performers in helmets and heavy costumes

The end of Pakistan's lost paradise of Hunza: 'In just 20 years, our entire environment has changed'

'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.

Experts probe cause of wildfires that burned over four days

The fires in the Highlands and Moray were first reported to police on Saturday afternoon.

At least eight people die in record-breaking heatwave across Europe

Scientists say heatwaves and storms are becoming more intense due to human-driven climate change.

Beachgoers on Greek island watch wildfire burn after intense heatwave – video

Uttarakhand floods: Alaknanda River overflows, 15-foot Shiva statue submerges in Rudraprayag – watch

Amazon Web Services says Dublin data centre plan will not have ‘significant impact on climate’

Amtrak revives Gulf Coast service 20 years after Hurricane Katrina brought it to a standstill

How unholy alliances are defining fight for next EU budget

Also in this newsletter: Brussels fudges 2040 climate target

NSW weather maps: which parts of the state have been hit by flooding and rain – and what areas are at risk?

Storms Threaten to Bring Heavy Rain Across the Mid-Atlantic on Tuesday

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.

Mediterranean hits record 30C as marine heatwave puts species at risk

During French heatwave, homeless are on front line: 'We liked to sit in the shade here, but they put up a barrier'

During French heatwave, homeless are on front line: 'We liked to sit in the shade here, but they put up a barrier'

The White House took down the nation's top climate report. You can still find it here

The National Climate Assessment is the most influential source of information about climate change in the United States.

Extreme heat hits Europe, forcing closures and warnings

From Paris to Lisbon, locals and tourists are struggling as a powerful heatwave grips European countries.

Major reports about how climate change affects the US are removed from websites

Paris parks open overnight as cool refuges due to extreme heat

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

‘It’s 36 degrees - the village looks abandoned’: Life in a French heatwave

Resident fear even worse is to come in August

Spain and England record hottest June as heatwave grips Europe

Several European regions had their highest temperatures on the last day of June, as a heatwave continues into July.

Juniper Fire in Southern California Prompts Evacuation Order

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'

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'

Australia news live: NSW SES warns of flash-flooding for afternoon commuters; almost twice as many deaths by drug overdose than road traffic

Idaho shooting suspect, 20, ‘loved firefighters’

The suspected gunman who allegedly killed two firefighters after starting a wildfire was described as a ‘loner’

Thousands flee wildfires in Turkey as Europe is hit by early heatwave

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.

Spain set for hottest June on record as 50,000 flee Turkey wildfires

Days of heavy Pakistan rains, floods kill 46, including 13 from one family

Authorities say forecasters cannot rule out a repeat of extreme weather like the devastating floods of 2022.

‘Dangerous’ European heatwave continues, with record highs in Spain and Portugal

Speed restrictions hit two key rail routes in UK

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

Dressing up or giving up? The heatwave trials of commuter clothing

Londoners are attempting to adapt their wardrobes to a sweltering Tube journey, with mixed results

'A little bit melting': Intense heat across Europe

A new heat record for June of 46C was set in Spain this weekend as Europe experiences an intense heatwave.

UAE expands Golden Visa to attract top global talent in AI, climate and tech sector

Gunman Kills 2 Firefighters After Starting Wildfire in Idaho

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.

Turkish airport closes with flights diverted as wildfires rage

Wildfire risks as climate change fuels extreme heatwave in Southern Europe

The countries most affected are Italy, Greece, Spain and Portugal, with temperatures nearing or topping 40C (104F).

Spain records temperature of 46C as Europe heatwave continues

Health warnings have been issued across many parts of Europe as temperatures soar to the mid-40s Celsius.

The environmental debacle of India's 'Land of the Gods'

'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.

Monsoon havoc in Pak: Flash floods and heavy rain killed 45 in just days

'Wildfire Days' book tells the story of a female hotshot firefighteron U.S. strikes, Iran and stability

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.

‘Explosive increase’ of ticks that cause meat allergy in US due to climate crisis

Europe on alert as first major heatwave of 2025 pushes temperatures to 42 degrees

Two-thirds of Portugal will be on high alert on Sunday for extreme heat and forest fires

‘No Bezos, no war’: Protesters flood Venice streets during wedding

Protesters in Venice denounce Bezos’ lavish wedding, citing over-tourism, high housing costs, and climate concerns.

Pakistan floods: Family stranded mid-river pleading for help; watch video

Heatwaves are hell in my new-build nightmare flat

Europe on alert as first major heatwave of 2025 pushes temperatures to 42C

Defense Department will stop providing crucial satellite weather data

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.

Intl. Day of Tropics highlights climate, geography, and urbanization challenges

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.

Southern Europe swelters as heatwave spreads

Spain, Italy and France are among the countries issuing warnings to protect health and stop wildfires.

Extreme heatwave hits Europe as temperatures soar above 40C

A Special ‘Climate’ Visa? People in Tuvalu Are Applying Fast.

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.

Several killed as flash floods sweep away dozens of people in Pakistan

Nine people from one extended family were killed at Swat River, while others died in rain-related incidents elsewhere.

The truce between Israel and Iran, protests in Nairobi, wildfires near Athens and the summer solstice at Stonehenge

This federal program helps track America's ecosystems. Trump's budget would gut it

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.

Critical Hurricane Monitoring Data Is Going Offline

The loss of access to the data could hamstring forecasters’ ability to track hurricanes and warn residents of their risk.

Europe heatwave latest: Wildfires rip through Greece

Hounslow submits Local Plan for government review

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,

Health alerts come into force ahead of second heatwave

The UK could see its hottest day of the year on Monday, as a likely heatwave coincides with Glastonbury and Wimbledon.

Despite Climate Goals, Indian Banks Invested $29 Billion in Coal Projects Between 2016-2023: Report

Leading Indian banks including the SBI funded coal projects worth $29 billion between 2016 and 2023 alone, the report notes.

FT Magazine. How the next financial crisis starts

The climate shocks that could trigger wider market turmoil

Meta removes scientist’s Facebook page after discussion about tornadoes and climate change, he claims

Flash floods claim 3 lives in J&K, 4 rescued

As FEMA Shrinks, a Grassroots Disaster Response Is Taking Shape

Aid groups, some of which helped after Hurricane Helene, are preparing to take on more responsibility when storms, floods and wildfires strike.

Homes burn in Greece as wildfire sweeps through coastal towns

The flames quickly spread into residential areas, as Greece experienced its first heatwave of the summer.

The best mini fans to keep you cool in a heatwave — tried and tested

Greece battles wildfire near capital as summer’s first heatwave hits

Coastal blaze triggers evacuation orders, days after state of emergency declared over fires on Aegean island of Chios.

‘We are perilously close to the point of no return’: climate scientist on Amazon rainforest’s future

The Trump administration says it wants to eliminate FEMA. Here's what we know

Every year, millions of Americans rely on FEMA assistance after hurricanes, wildfires, tornadoes and other disasters. The president says state governments should do more.

At Least Two Dead in Himachal Flash Floods; Nearly 20 Labourers Feared Swept Away

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.

State can avoid need for costly gas terminal if it phases out fossil fuels, says climate council chair

Top US companies walk fine line on climate amid competing pressures

Groups are maintaining environmental commitments but trimming messaging about it

Summerween hits: Michaels drops Halloween decor amid 100°F heatwave

Climate change will hurt the richest farmers—and the poorest

Even with realistic adaptation, crop yields will fall as temperatures rise

We May Not Agree on Climate, but We All Feel the Heat

Himachal’s rain fury: 2 dead, 20 feared swept away in Kangra; cloudbursts, flash floods ravage state

Temperatures above 30C expected as a second June heatwave looms

Another heatwave could be on the way this week as temperatures are set to soar.

Misogynist game blamed for needle-spiking at French street parties

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

Hot asphalt, ‘corn sweat’ and floods: midwest swelters as heatwave grips the US

The World Bank’s Nuclear U-Turn Will Endanger Developing Nations

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.

FAO, DOE hold workshop to facilitate Iran’s engagement with GCF

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.

Watch NPR's news roundup: Trump works toward a new Gaza ceasefire, more dead in a Texas flood

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.

Why Nato fears the worst as Trump decides on US support for Europe

Also in this newsletter: Stop diluting the Green Deal, demands EU climate chief

Heatwave poses risks to US power grid

As heat related power outages surge, things are expected to worsen, with AI-focused data centres sucking up power.

At least eight dead in Colombia landslide

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.

Rising aviation emissions threaten UK climate targets, official advisers warn

Flights now contribute more greenhouse gas than electricity sector, Climate Change Committee says

Video shows passengers sweltering on Amtrak train stuck amid heatwave

Smoke knows no boundaries: What Canada's fires mean for the U.S. in the future

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.

Millions swelter as heatwave descends on North America

Experts warn that the soaring temperatures could aggravate the risk of heat-related illness, especially due to high humidity levels.

Driver rescued from hanging lorry after bridge collapse in China

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

The US’s June heatwave is a dangerous start to summer and about to get hotter

We can’t afford to let the climate crisis get swallowed up in the culture wars

Security forces in Maoist stronghold Abujmarh gear up to meet challenges of rain, floods

What Environmentalists Like Me Got Wrong About Climate Change

Taking meaningful climate action, an absolute imperative

Taking meaningful climate action, an absolute imperative

Wildfires rage on Greek island of Chios

A state of emergency is declared and an arson investigation launched after five separate fires were sparked within hours.

Tens of millions swelter as heatwave blankets the central and eastern US

How climate change is threatening airline passenger safety

Heatwave in the US: Hottest states, record temperatures, and safety tips you need now

Tens of millions in US face dangerously hot weather in rare June heatwave

Heatwave begins to lift across UK while thunderstorms and rain move in

Heatwave eases as wind and rain drift across UK

After the recent heat, Sunday feels very different - and there is unsettled weather ahead.

Lake Chad Basin: Violence and displacement

Pinch Point explore how conflict, climate change, and geopolitics are shaping the crisis in Lake Chad.

Oil Companies Fight Climate Lawsuits by Citing Free Speech

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

'A furnace': Life under Paris's zinc roofs during a heatwave

Heatwave in the US: Highest temperature, duration, affected areas and more

Britons warned tornado could hit as severe thunderstorms to strike UK

'Impossible to sleep before 3 am': France swelters under summer's first heatwave

'Impossible to sleep before 3 am': France swelters under summer's first heatwave

Repeated Floods in Assam Reflect the State Govt's Failure and Neglect of an Avoidable Disaster

The government's unpreparedness is not a lapse – it is a systemic failure.

Yellow thunderstorm warning as UK heatwave intensifies on summer solstice

Temperatures of up to 34C are expected in the UK as the northern hemisphere experiences the longest day of the year.

Hundreds of deaths expected this weekend during UK heatwave

Hurricane Erick hits Mexico resort towns killing two

Video shows communities in the affected areas dealing with flood waters and a messy clean-up.

Heat advisory in US: What you should (and shouldn’t) drink during a heatwave

Hurricane Erick Makes Landfall In Mexico

On Thursday morning, Hurricane Erick hit Mexico’s southern coastline as a Category 3 storm, damaging businesses and homes.

NHS issues heat alert as Croydon temperatures hit 32º

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

Wildfire warning issued for London as temperatures soar across UK

Wildfires and wars: Search and Rescue Brigade revolutionize Israel's emergency response

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South East braces for potential heatwave

Temperatures may exceed 30C in parts of south-east England on Thursday, according to UKHSA.

Hurricane Erick upgraded to Category 4 storm as it approaches Mexico

The United States National Hurricane Center has warned of the risk of ‘life-threatening flooding and mudslides’.

Breaking News Live Updates: Hurricane Erick barrels toward Mexico as powerful Category 3 storm

Hurricane Erick Nears Mexico’s Southern Coast as Category 2 Storm

“If you are in low-lying areas, near rivers, near waterways, it is best for you to go to shelters,” President Claudia Sheinbaum said.

Trump threatens to withhold funds from California wildfire victims

Hurricane Erick intensifies: What to know about its path and how to remain safe

From Chenonceau to the Acropolis, heritage sites face the impacts of climate change

From Chenonceau to the Acropolis, heritage sites face the impacts of climate change

Hurricane Erick approaches Pacific coast, threatens Mexico with flooding

Erick is expected to rapidly intensify and reach major hurricane strength as it approaches Mexico’s coast.

Temperatures surpass 29C as UK heads for heatwave

The nights will also be much warmer from Thursday, with many areas seeing temperatures in the high teens.

How to survive a heatwave

Why the world cannot quit coal

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

Watch: Delhi Airport floods after rainwater enters terminal; staff use buckets to clear it

Tropical Storm in the Pacific is expected to become a hurricane

In Brazil, a fight over offshore drilling tests Lula’s climate ambitions

Heatwave likely as yellow heat health alerts issued for most of England

The alerts covers most of England and warns of an impact on health and social care due to high temperatures.

China Is Unleashing a New Export Shock on the World

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 luxury of challenges for Luca de Meo at Kering

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.

Beat the heatwave with our pick of London’s best hotels with pools

London faces higher risk of summer wildfires, capital’s brigade warns

Fire services across UK invest in new kit and training as impacts of climate change grow

Fake fundraising pages sprout after West Virginia floods kill six

Watch: Houses and roads destroyed by deadly flash flooding in West Virginia

Torrential rain caused flash floods in that led to at least six deaths in the state, including a 3-year-old child.

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Flash flooding kills 3 in West Virginia, rescue teams searching for missing people

Macron visits Greenland in show of European unity and signal to Trump

France's Emmanuel Macron is visiting Greenland to hold talks on North Atlantic and Arctic security, climate change and critical minerals.

Tony Blair is right: our climate change policies are irrational

Former UK prime minister’s criticism of UK’s push to net-zero applies equally to Ireland and its unachievable greenhouse gas targets

Flash flooding hits homes for a second time

People waiting to return to their homes following flooding nine months ago have been hit again.

At least 11 dead and others missing in San Antonio flash flooding

Amber thunderstorm warning for east and south-east England

The Met Office warning comes as Friday could break the record for the hottest day of the year so far.

Thunderstorm alert issued for Harrow this weekend

Hurricane Season Started Two Weeks Ago. Where Are the Storms?

The Atlantic hurricane season got off to a quiet start. That’s not unusual, experts said.

Hot weather to be cut short by thunderstorms this weekend - Met Office

Thunderstorms could dampen Trump’s military parade and even cancel it

At least 49 dead in South Africa floods, including children

Flooding in South Africa’s Eastern Cape province has killed dozens of people and left hundreds of families homeless.

Heat-health alerts to kick in as parts of UK face thunderstorms

Temperatures on Friday will likely match the previous hottest day of 2025 so far.

Fashion brands accused of shortcuts on climate pledges overlooking workers

A new report accuses fashion giants of not considering the welfare of workers affected by climate change.

School Bus Swept Away as Floods in South Africa Kill at Least 49

The authorities were still searching for four children. Inclement weather has left thousands displaced.

At least 49 killed in South African flooding, children missing

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.

First heat-health alerts issued for 2025 while storms bring flood risk

Lightning, hail, gusty winds and flash flooding are likely to affect parts of the UK over the next few days

How the state plans to shield SA’s coast from climate change

More than 12.9 million people live within 20km of the coast, and 60% of the economy depends on coastal infrastructure and natural resources

Met Office issues three-day thunderstorm warning across parts of UK

Drought fears in Europe amid reports May was world’s second hottest ever

May 2025 was the second warmest ever globally, according to the Copernicus Climate Change Service

Critical report on Muslim Brotherhood could 'rekindle a sense of fear' in France, says expert

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.

Schoolchildren swept away as heavy floods and snow hit South Africa

Three children have been found alive, with search and rescue operations suspended for the night.

Can Spain’s PM outrun the scandals threatening to overtake him?

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

'Israel has enough problems without kidnapping Thunberg': Trump replies to reporter

US President Donald Trump insinuated that climate activist Greta Thunberg needed to seek anger management classes.

Why the climate apocalypse genre is still on fire

Wildfire breaks out near Jerusalem's Ein Kerem, firefighters deployed in area

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UK: Palestine and climate activists urge government to secure release of Madleen crew

Aid cuts put key work to protect millions from climate crisis at risk

Photos: Climate action clashes with tradition in Ireland’s peat bogs

Israeli forces stop aid ship carrying activists from reaching Gaza

Climate activist Greta Thunberg is among those aboard the Madleen, which Israel says is "safely" heading to its shores.

Israel warns it will stop aid flotilla heading for Gaza

Israel's defence minister said climate protester Greta Thunberg and others on board were "Hamas propaganda spokespeople"

Tropical Storm Barbara threatens hurricane off Mexico

Heavy rainfall triggers deadly flooding in northeast India

Severe monsoon rains have triggered deadly floods and landslides in northeast India, killing at least 48 people.

Israel Vows to Stop Aid Ship With Greta Thunberg Aboard From Reaching Gaza

The attempt to block the flotilla carrying the famed climate activist comes 15 years after a similar aid effort ended in deadly violence.

Draft oil and gas regulations spark climate justice concerns

‘It’s high spirits’: life aboard Greta Thunberg’s Gaza-bound flotilla

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

US transport dept says Biden fuel economy rules exceeded legal authority

The mandate that the DoT challenged was a key part of former President Joe Biden’s plan to address climate change.

Weekend weather warning as Met Office forecasts thunderstorms

Schwarzenegger: Hey, stop whining, do something on climate change

The actor and activist was speaking to the BBC at a summit organised by his Climate Initiative.

Thunderstorm warning issued for parts of England and Wales

The Met Office warns frequent lightning, hail and strong, gusty winds will be additional hazards.

Met Office issue thunderstorm warning as UK braces for wet weekend

Socceroos on brink of World Cup spot; Trump’s feud with Musk escalates; Labor ‘gaslighting’ public over climate crisis

Socceroos all but book 2026 World Cup berth; Elon Musk’s attacks rile US president

Doubts grow over pace of Britain’s clean power push

Also in this week’s newsletter, growing fears of steel imports ‘flooding’ the country

Mapped: Canada’s wildfires are impacting air quality in the US

Building housing indigenous art burns down in Canada's wildfires

A UK heatwave is coming — here’s where to make a weekend of it

Ryanair flight makes emergency landing in Germany after nine injured in turbulence

Milan-bound Ryanair flight diverts to southern Germany due to heavy turbulence from a thunderstorm

In Puerto Rico, tensions rise over the private electricity operator

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.

Canadian wildfire smoke spreads across a third of United States

More than 212 active fires were burning as of Tuesday, according to the Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre.

Canadian wildfires prompt air-quality alerts across five US states

Watch: Canadian wildfires torch vehicle, turn sky deep red

More than 200 fires are burning in the country, with over 100 of them considered out of control

Thunderstorm warning as Met Office forecast heavy rain to batter UK

Canadian wildfire smoke causes air quality hazards in the US and reaches Europe

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.

London ‘needs £2 billion to save it from surface water flooding’

In Puerto Rico, a Struggle for Power Comes to Light

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.

Climate change adds to Syria’a problems as Damask rose harvests fade

Syria’s harvest has shrunk as a result of climate change-related drought, further complicating the country’s economic recovery

Watch: Canada wildfire smoke drifts into US and across the Atlantic

BlackRock removed from Texas blacklist after climate policy rollback

Decision allows state funds to buy shares in the asset manager and invest in its funds following three-year boycott

Smoke From Canadian Wildfires Blankets the Upper Midwest

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.

Canadian wildfire smoke causes 'very unhealthy' conditions in American Midwest and reaches Europe

Fema chief told staff he ‘didn’t know’ about US hurricane season

David Richardson baffles Fema staff with ‘joke’ that critics say betrays an ignorance which should get him fired

Greta Thunberg aboard Gaza flotilla: Doing nothing ‘is not an option’

The Swedish climate activist speaks to Middle East Eye from aboard vessel heading to Palestinian enclave with urgent supplies

Who’s onboard the Madleen Gaza flotilla, and where has it reached so far?

The 12-person crew, including climate activist Greta Thunberg, is expected to reach Gaza on June 7.

‘Half the tree of life’: ecologists’ horror as nature reserves are emptied of insects

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

On Greece’s Lesbos, new migrant camp sparks wildfire fears

EU-funded camp being built in forest on Lesbos, but lawsuits filed to halt construction

Canada faces early and intense wildfire season

Two Canadian provinces have declared a state of emergency as intense wildfires, fueled by hot and dry weather, are forcing thousands to evacuate.

Why monsoon rains wreak havoc annually in India's cities

Indian cities flood again as poor planning, outdated drainage and climate change expose the urban crisis.

Fema chief tells staff he did not know US has hurricane season

Canada’s wildfires may impact gas prices: here’s how

Photos: Iraq probes fish die-off in marshes

Drought, climate change, poison, and low river flow among the possible reasons for the mass deaths.

Greta Thunberg’s Gaza aid mission mocked by Republican senator

The climate activist, who is sailing to Gaza on a flotilla with other campaigners, was criticised by Lindsey Graham on X

EU science advisers put clamp on carbon credits to meet 2040 climate target

Allowing market instruments would damage bloc’s credibility, board says

Thousands evacuated in three Canadian provinces as wildfires continue

Aid ship aiming to break Israel’s siege of Gaza sets sail from Italy

The 12-person crew, which includes climate activist Greta Thunberg, expects to take seven days to reach Gaza.

Scientists accuse New Zealand and Ireland of trying to cover up livestock emissions

‘Accounting trick’ to support methane-emitting sectors undermines fight against climate change, say researchers

Thousands evacuated in 3 provinces as Canadian wildfires threaten air quality into some US states

Death toll in Nigeria floods hits more than 200, officials say

There are 500 people missing in the town of Mokwa, but officials fear no more survivors will be found.

Wildfires Are Raging in the Canadian Prairies. Here’s What to Know.

Michigan, Wisconsin and Minnesota are already seeing air quality deteriorate because of smoke from the fires in Manitoba and Saskatchewan.

Don’t look to the coming general election for an answer to climate breakdown

Trump’s EPA Kills Grant to Climate Nonprofit Over Its Support for Palestine

Death toll from Nigeria flash floods rises to 151

Nigeria floods death toll crosses 150 as thousands displaced

At least 3,018 people displaced and 265 houses destroyed in the floods in central Nigeria as more rains are feared.

151 killed after flash floods submerge town

Central Nigeria floods kill more than 115: 'The toll keeps rising,' officials say

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.'

‘Like touching climate change’: glaciers reveal records of the way the world was

Winds push smoke from Canadian wildfires south into US and worsen air quality

Smoke From Wildfires in Canada Wafts Into the Upper Midwest

States across the border issued air advisories about particulate pollution that are expected to last for several days.

More hot, dry weather forecast as Canada battles wildfires

The Canada wildfires have triggered two provincial states of emergency and air quality advisories as far as the US state of Illinois.

At least 115 die in Nigeria floods as rescue efforts continue

Thousands evacuate as Nova Scotia fights 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

More than 100 killed in heavy Nigeria flooding, rescue efforts ongoing

Local officials warn the death toll could rise after heavy rainfall flooded a market town in Niger State.

Malibu hires private security for wildfire zones as coastal highway reopens

How 1.4bn Indians are adapting to climate change

As heat, floods and drought get worse, people are getting creative

Thousands Evacuate in Canada as Multiple Wildfires Rage

Officials declared a state of emergency for the entire province of Manitoba on Wednesday as out-of-control fires threatened several communities.

Thousands flee wildfire in Manitoba

"This is the largest evacuation Manitoba will have seen in most people's living memory," the province's premier said.

Heatwaves hit different when you’re a redhead

Britain ‘could run out of drinking water within ten years’

Population growth and climate change will put too much pressure on the system unless more reservoirs are built, says water minister

Thousands evacuate as Canada's Manitoba province declares wildfire emergency

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.'

German Court Dismisses a Climate Suit but Opens the Door to Future Cases

The judges ruled that German civil law could be used to hold companies accountable for the worldwide effects of their emissions.

Before and after the NSW floods: view from the sky reveals scale of disaster

UK temperatures set to hit 26C but is a 'mini-heatwave' likely?

Temperatures are set to rise across England and eastern Wales over the next few days, as this spring is confirmed as the sunniest on record.

German court rejects Peruvian farmer’s climate case against RWE

Judge rules that companies ‘may be obligated to take preventive measures’ to counter their emissions.

Landmark Peruvian farmer climate case against German power group is thrown out

Hamm court confirms principle of liability but rules risk of flooding to property not high enough

Court rules against Peruvian farmer in landmark climate lawsuit

Australia news live: Bridget McKenzie scorns ‘gratuitous advice’ to Nationals from Liberals; 9,000 still isolated after NSW floods

Prince Harry flies from LA to Shanghai to promote greener travel

Duke of Sussex made surprise visit to China to urge travel industry to meet global climate goals

First tropical storm of the year could come weeks earlier than normal

Australia begins cleanup after floods kill 5, strand thousands

Hundreds of residents remain in evacuation centres, with 52 rescues made overnight despite conditions easing.

Dry heat to torrential rain - enter the age of 'weather whiplash'

Our weather is likely to see wild swings from one extreme to another over short periods of time because of climate change.

Memorial Day Storms Cause Delays for Holiday Travelers

Thunderstorms in the south and central United States caused flight delays during Memorial Day weekend, the beginning of the summer travel season.

Australia news live: Liberals rue ‘fairy floss politics’ and policy black hole under Dutton; looting warning follows floods

Hold the insect burger: eating bugs is bad for the climate

Storms and floods kill over a dozen as early rains batter South Asia

Australia news live: Labor projected to win ‘most complex count in history’ in Calwell; 384 homes uninhabitable after NSW floods

Revealed: The true cost of climate crisis for world’s poorest countries

These Plants Protect Larvae From Wildfires

Growths on plants formed by parasitic weevils help their offspring hunker down on a Brazilian savanna and outlast the flames.

EU close to reaching climate goals despite green backlash

Bloc is within one percentage point of meeting greenhouse gas emissions reduction target by 2030

Think fast: global warming is coming for our heritage

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

Australia news live: interstate emergency teams help assess NSW floods damage; fare-free day for Sydney train passengers

Record floods kill four and devastate eastern Australia

About 50,000 people are still isolated after powerful weather system dumped months of rain in three days.

What keeps the safety director of the most vulnerable spot in US up at night before hurricane season

My weekend at Zambia’s wild, waterborne carnival

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

Tokyo lowers water bills during summer to encourage residents to use air conditioning during heat waves

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.

Record Number of Americans Apply for British Citizenship

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.

NSW floods: estimated 10,000 properties damaged after deadly flooding as clean-up begins

Climate change fuelling spread of deadly fungal diseases, study warns

Record floods devastate eastern Australia

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.

Australia news live: new analysis links NSW floods to climate change; count in Bradfield narrows teal’s lead over Liberal to just five votes

House Bill Would Derail Biden’s Signature Climate Law

It’s going to be another above-average Atlantic hurricane season

UK seas in hot water as warm spring drives ‘marine heatwave’

Busy hurricane season expected as forecasters fear Trump cuts

The warning comes as cuts to American research raise fears over the ability to track and prepare for them.

BoE should stay in its ‘swim lane’ on climate risks, says deputy governor

Central bank should steer clear of interfering in political debate around net zero, Sarah Breeden argues

Minnesota Teens Are Fighting Climate Anxiety With Shovels

Morning Mail: Trump confronts South African president, NSW floods warning, Spurs claim Europa trophy

'Shrinking Nemo': Smaller clownfish sound alarm on ocean heat

Fish made famous by the movie Finding Nemo are shrinking to cope with marine heatwaves.

West Nile virus found in mosquitoes in UK for first time

Discovery shows how climate change is driving spread of tropical diseases to new regions

Wildfires devastated the Amazon basin in 2024

Giant hailstones hit Toulouse as flooding kills three in France

Three killed by ‘vicious’ floods in south of France

Mayors in the Riviera are describing ‘incomprehensible’ damage and ‘avalanches of water’

Experts propose new Scottish climate change targets

Ministers are expected to adopt the recommendations after abandoning repeatedly-missed targets last year.

Australia news live: 150 rescues in 12 hours as NSW SES issues more evacuation warnings over ‘dangerous major flooding’

Tropical wave detected in Atlantic weeks before hurricane season

France and Germany urge EU to scrap supply chain rules

Leaders say regulation aimed at protecting workers and climate outside bloc will harm economic competitiveness

Australia’s climate targets are only as good as the action behind them. We need to aim higher

The U.S. Under Trump: Alone in Its Climate Denial

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.

European companies’ muddled message on climate

Major corporations have greener policy positions than their industry lobby groups

Heatwave is killing off key bits of British life

Australia news live: Albanese meets Zelenskyy and pope in Rome; eight rescued from NSW floods

Flash flooding kills dozens in Nigeria

Rescuers in Nigeria are continuing to recover bodies after flash flooding killed at least 36 people.

Heat Wave Sparks Record Temperatures and Wildfires Across Israel

Minnesota as a Refuge From Climate Change? 3 Wildfires Show Otherwise.

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.

Top winemaker ‘may have to leave its Spanish vineyards due to climate crisis’

School newspapers thousands of miles apart team up to heal from wildfires

WATCH: Tornado tears through Wisconsin as severe weather outbreak threatens millions

Severe storms and tornadoes hit Wisconsin and Minnasota on Thursday with a new round of severe thunderstorms expected on Friday

Almost 300m people at risk of death through starvation – report

Aid cuts, conflict, climate and economic shocks contribute to sixth consecutive rise in numbers facing ‘high levels of food insecurity’

Meet the pair donating £5.2m a week to climate change

Canada’s Wildfire Season Is Off to a Deadly Start

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.

Texas swelters as record-breaking heatwave sweeps across state

Nigerian author wins inaugural climate fiction prize

Author Abi Daré has been awarded the £10,000 prize for her second novel, And So I Roar.

Women contribute less to climate emissions than men, study finds

Understaffed National Weather Service reportedly trying to fill 155 jobs before next month’s hurricane season

Major Canada wildfire kills two and forces 1,000 people to evacuate homes

How beavers can help win the fight against floods in Lincolnshire

Syria: Rebuilding agriculture in the Deir Ezzor region

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.

California Approves 17 Percent Rate Increase for State Farm

Homeowners reeling from the wildfires in January say that State Farm’s increased rates are unfair and unfounded.

Energy Australia is in court accused of greenwashing. What is the case about and why is it significant?

Climate group alleges energy giant misled 400,000 customers about ‘Go Neutral’ product, arguing that carbon offsets don’t actually remove emissions

Minnesota wildfires explode over nearly 20,000 acres

Foreign tourists scared away as US ‘puts up closed sign’

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

Trump Seeks to Deport Venezuelans, Farmers Succeed in Fight Over Climate Data, and More

Amid the Siberian winter, strange snow mounds have emerged after the accelerated thawing of permafrost

These mounds are not new, but they are multiplying due to climate change and are spreading into cities, threatening some infrastructure.

Midwest Grapples With Wildfires During Record Heat and Dry Conditions

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.

Western North Carolina faces ‘first noteworthy flooding threat’ since Hurricane Helene

Climate crisis threatens the banana, the world’s most popular fruit, research shows

The fourth most important food crop is in peril as the Latin America and the Caribbean suffer from climate disaster

How we made it: cities facing the next climate disaster

‘Sitting ducks’ in focus following Valencia flooding and LA fires

More than 100 dead after flooding in eastern DR Congo, officials say

The victims were mostly children and elderly people, with an additional 28 injured.

Heavy Rain and Flooding Threaten the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic

Forecasters warn of flash flooding from Florida to Virginia amid a slow-moving system that is expected to bring heavy rainfall through Wednesday.

Thunderstorms and floods forecast despite driest spring for decades

A yellow warning has been issued for thunderstorms and floods, despite the UK experiencing its driest spring for nearly 70 years.

Want to know how the world really ends? Look to TV show Families Like Ours

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

Glacier gets Himalayan funeral as thousands of ice sheets ‘die’

Scientists warn of a rapid acceleration in the loss of land ice sheets, compounding climate change

White House Orders Federal Agencies to Stop Considering ‘Social Cost of Carbon’

The Trump administration has directed agencies to stop estimating the economic impact of climate change when developing policies and regulations.

Where does Pope Leo XIV stand on key issues like sexual abuse, climate and poverty?

Neom climate adviser warns futuristic city could alter weather patterns

Vast construction project running across 170km raises environmental concerns

On climate change, the new pope is likely to match Francis’ focus.

Weather tracker: Thunderstorms bring rain and hail to parts of the Balkans

Misinformation floods India and Pakistan as officials keep quiet

Noaa to stop tracking cost of climate crisis-fueled disasters: ‘Major loss’

As the conclave gathers, let debt justice be Pope Francis’s legacy

Honour Francis’s vision for 2025 by cancelling unjust debts and funding climate action in the Global South.

Trump is slashing US spending on climate aid. But all is not lost

Hope to halt climate change by thickening Arctic sea ice

Australia news live: Chandler-Mather fires back at Albanese; shareholders lodge protest votes against Woodside over oil giant’s climate failures

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HSBC accused of ‘bulldozing through’ key climate policy

The papal in-tray: new pontiff will have to hit the ground running on so many urgent issues

From conflicts in Ukraine, the Middle East, migration to climate crisis and schisms in the church, the honeymoon period will be short

Watch: Marble-size hailstones and thunderstorms hit Paris

After a week of good weather, Paris was hit by a hailstorm and thunder on Saturday afternoon.

Why 35 House Democrats Joined Republicans Against a Major Climate Policy

Wildfire destroys about 5,000 hectares of Dartmoor national park

Schwarzenegger out to ‘terminate pollution’ with Tony Blair

The former California governor is promoting his Vienna climate conference with help from his fellow actor Danny DeVito

Firefighters tackling ongoing wildfire on Dartmoor

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service says the fire has spread across about 3km on Dartmoor.

Avignon Festival's deputy director quits amid allegations of improper behavior

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.

What’s the connection between Israeli wildfires and ‘green colonialism’?

Researchers say Israel’s worst wildfires were exacerbated by non-native trees that Israel has been planting for decades.

Cost of emissions from five major Australian resource companies more than $900bn, study finds

US researchers link BHP, Rio Tinto, Santos, Whitehaven Coal and Woodside Energy to specific climate harms over three decades

Killer fungus will spread as climate heats up, experts warn

One of the Weather World’s Biggest Buzzwords Expands Its Reach

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.

Scientific societies to do climate assessment after Trump administration dismissed authors

How Conspiracy Theories About Palestinian Arsonists Spread Like Wildfire in Israel

Puerto Rico drops climate lawsuit after DoJ sues states to block threats to big oil

Trump NASA budget prioritizes missions on the moon and Mars over research

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.'

How the political consensus on climate change has shattered

In 2019, the UK committed in law to reducing its carbon emissions to net zero by 2050. Now the political climate has changed.

What Australia’s Vote Means for Climate in a Major Coal Economy

Israel says Jerusalem wildfires largely contained - live updates

Dozens of homeless people living in national forest evicted by US Forest Service

Service closing area in Oregon for wildfire prevention plan months after Trump order to increase timber production

Justice Department sues Hawaii, Michigan over plans to sue fossil fuel companies for climate harm

Hottest May 1 on record as temperature hits 28C

Emergency services warn of water dangers as Britons try to cool off while the risk of wildfires has increased

Israel Scrambles to Extinguish Wildfires Near Jerusalem for 2nd Day

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.

Four ways your plants could be affected by spring heatwave

With warm weather hitting the UK, here's what gardening experts advise for keeping your plants alive.

The Jerusalem Wildfires Are No Surprise, but Israel Ignored All Warnings

This May Day, workers unite to make big polluters pay for climate damage

Pushed to the brink by heat and injustice, South Asia’s workers demand reparations from fossil fuel corporations.

Chaos on roads as residents flee rampant Israel wildfires

Buildings burn and land is scorched as wildfires spread outside of Jerusalem.

Climate change made South Korea’s deadliest wildfires twice as likely

Solar panels on all new homes as part of Labour’s net-zero push

Sir Keir Starmer rejects Sir Tony Blair’s calls to reset ‘irrational’ climate policies because they were ‘doomed to fail’

With song and seed, Brazil’s Indigenous Maxakali confront climate change

The Atlantic Forest used to blanket Maxakali territory. But as the forest disappears, the group faces intense heat.

Wildfires near Jerusalem prompt army deployment

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.'

US ex-ambassadors warn of slide into authoritarianism amid ‘climate of fear’

Israelis Near Wildfires: 'Everyone Left Their Cars, I Grabbed My Two-year-old and Ran'

Temperatures could reach 30C in spring heatwave

Parts of central and southern England are set to reach record-breaking highs on local election day

Trump’s assault on climate make UN talks an ‘uphill battle’, says Cop30 chair

UK launches new satellite to study climate change – and more is coming

‘Traitors’: Hate-filled songs target Indian Muslims after Kashmir attack

Wave of incendiary music tracks fueling Islamophobic hate floods Indian social media after April 22 killings.

It’s time to reset our failing climate policies, says Tony Blair

Trump’s first 100 days supercharged a global ‘freefall of rights’, says Amnesty

World now in era of repressive regimes’ impunity, climate inaction and unchecked corporate power, says report

Climate barometer: a mixed forecast for sustainability

From falling emissions to conscious fashion and marine conservation, this month’s climate barometer tracks Ireland’s progress—and challenges—in sustainability

UK could see hottest April weather in seven years with 27C expected this week

Temperatures are climbing this week with most places getting into the twenties Celsius but will it be a heatwave?

Britain to bask in seven-year April high of 27C this week

The Met Office forecasts that warm air from Europe will bring near-heatwave conditions by Wednesday and Thursday

UK to see warmest April weather in seven years

BBC Weather's Matt Taylor has the details on how long April's "mini heatwave" will last.

Area burned by UK wildfires in 2025 already at annual record

The prolonged dry, sunny weather in March and April created ideal conditions for wildfires to spread.

Why Australia’s most prominent climate change deniers have stopped talking about the climate

Global warming sceptics now argue it is more palatable with the electorate to pivot from climate denialism to anti-renewable energy scepticism

UK activist group Just Stop Oil holds its last climate protest

The group mainly campaigned for UK to end the extraction of oil and gas by 2030.

Australian election 2025 live: Dutton listens to locals sharing crime stories in NT; heavy rain and flooding to hit northern NSW

Is climate change affecting U.S. allergy season?

In Peru, the youth dream of emigration

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.

Mini heatwave to hit UK ahead of bank holiday weekend

Just Stop Oil was policed to extinction - now the movement has gone deeper underground

Climate activists may be going deeper underground.

Teenager charged with starting 15,000-acre New Jersey wildfire

When is a ‘mini heatwave’ set to hit the UK?

Teen charged with arson over massive New Jersey wildfire

Canada's top candidates talk up fossil fuels as climate slips down agenda

Amid tariff threats from the US, energy and economic security are key issues in Canada's federal election.

Does US lack relief money for Hurricane Milton?

Some Republicans claim the White House is prioritising funding for foreign countries over hurricane victims – what are the facts?