Australia's bid to host the crucial 2026 UN climate summit faces collapse as Turkey declines to withdraw its competing proposal, creating a major diplomatic standoff that threatens global climate negotiations.
A school in Spain became an emergency bunker for 75 children as climate-fuelled wildfires encircled their village. This is the story of their fight for survival and what it reveals about Europe's new normal.
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Exclusive report reveals how climate-fuelled extreme weather is triggering widespread psychological trauma, from insomnia to existential dread, across UK communities.
In a major environmental policy reversal, the new Labour government announces the UK's return to the UN Green Climate Fund, signalling a renewed commitment to international climate cooperation and global leadership.
UK holidaymakers heading to Spain are being warned about strict new beach regulations that could see them hit with massive on-the-spot fines for breaking rules on smoking, vaping, and alcohol consumption.
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British tourists face shock fines as Spain implements sweeping smoking bans on beaches and public spaces. Major holiday destinations like Barcelona and the Balearics introduce strict new measures.
Holidaymakers heading to Spain face strict new anti-smoking laws. Discover how the ban on smoking and vaping on beaches could affect your next trip and the hefty fines for those who break the rules.
Discover The Independent's definitive ranking of the 100 most powerful and impactful leaders in Britain's climate sector, from policymakers to green innovators shaping our sustainable future.
British holidaymakers in Spain are being warned of a surge in violent moped robberies targeting tourists. Essential safety advice and official Foreign Office guidance to protect yourself.
Fed up with the UK's high costs and grey skies, the Smith family sold everything for a new life in Spain. Discover how they found sunshine, community, and a better work-life balance on the Costa Blanca.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres delivers a powerful address, arguing that soaring defence budgets are a wasted effort without parallel investment in climate resilience for developing nations. He warns of a world plunging into deeper instability with
British holidaymakers are facing an unexpected £6 charge and a 'weird' online form just to enter Spain, with many fearing it will cause airport chaos this summer.
A new scientific report reveals human-induced climate change is dramatically increasing the likelihood of extreme fire weather conditions in the Iberian Peninsula, with temperatures soaring 4-6°C above normal.
Groundbreaking research exposes a critical misjudgment by UK politicians who significantly underestimate public appetite for bold climate action, creating a damaging 'perception gap' hindering effective policy.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announces a sweeping €3 billion investment in green infrastructure and a ban on short-haul flights, positioning Spain as a European leader in the fight against climate change.
A desperate international search is underway for two-year-old British toddler Oliver Pugh, who vanished from a Costa Blanca resort. Spanish police are investigating a suspected parental abduction after he disappeared with his father, Ashley Pugh.
The Trump administration has directed federal agencies to dismantle and archive US government climate change websites, erasing vital public data on global warming, emissions, and clean energy in a sweeping online purge.
A British holidaymaker has tragically drowned off the popular Levante Beach in Benidorm after jumping into the sea for a late-night swim. Emergency services were unable to revive the man, marking a devastating incident for the UK tourism community in Spai
British drivers heading to Spain are being warned of a critical post-Brexit licence rule change that could see them fined or even arrested if they fail to carry a vital extra document. Here's what you MUST know before you travel.
An exclusive interview with a top climate diplomat reveals we are in the final countdown to avert catastrophe. This is the stark reality of our last chance for the planet.
Get ready for the world's biggest food fight! The legendary La Tomatina festival in Buñol, Spain, has confirmed its 2025 date. Discover how to secure your tickets for this unmissable, pulpy spectacle.
British holidaymakers are being warned about a sophisticated new scam in Spain where criminals place fake barcodes on rental vehicles, leading to massive fines for unsuspecting drivers.
Exclusive: A British grandfather's dream retirement in Spain turns to disaster as his entire life savings of £135,000 are allegedly stolen by corrupt local police, leaving him homeless and destitute on the Costa Blanca.
Spain is battling its most severe heatwave ever recorded, with temperatures soaring past 47°C and triggering catastrophic wildfires. The historic event has prompted a national emergency declaration and widespread evacuations as scientists link the intensi
Discover the timeless charm of the five-star El Fuerte Marbella, where traditional Spanish elegance meets modern luxury, just steps from the bustling old town and pristine beaches.
The Independent is calling for nominations to identify the UK's most influential climate leaders in its prestigious Climate 100 list for 2025. Discover how to put forward environmental pioneers making a tangible difference.
In a groundbreaking UK legal challenge, a group of children and young adults from West Dunbartonshire are suing their local council in the High Court, demanding it scraps its current local development plan for failing to adequately address the climate cri