Australia's failed COP31 bid costs millions
Australia faces millions in costs from its failed COP31 climate conference bid. Discover the financial fallout and political criticism. Read the full investigation.
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5 Key Images That Defined the COP30 Climate Summit
Powerful visual moments from the UN's COP30 climate conference reveal the urgency of global warming. See the images shaping our environmental future and join the call for action.
Young Australians more hopeful on climate than elders
A stark generational divide emerges on climate optimism in Australia. While half of young adults believe climate effects can be prevented, just over a quarter of over-55s agree. Explore the full poll findings.
Bowen's COP31 role triggers 'part-time minister' claims
Climate Minister Chris Bowen appointed to lead COP31 negotiations while retaining domestic portfolio. Experts dismiss Coalition's 'part-time minister' claims as 'culture cringe'. Read the full analysis.
Australia-Turkey Climate Deal Sets Stage for COP31
Australia and Turkey announce groundbreaking climate partnership positioning Chris Bowen to lead world's most complex negotiations at COP31. A pivotal moment for global climate action.
COP30 Reaches Climate Deal After All-Night Brazil Talks
COP30 climate summit in Brazil secures a tentative agreement, overcoming EU concerns. The deal includes tripling climate finance and new roadmaps for fossil fuels and forests. Read the full breakthrough.
Major Fire Halts Cop30 Climate Talks in Brazil
A huge fire has forced evacuations and halted UN climate talks at the Cop30 venue in Brazil. Read the latest on the incident and its impact on the crucial summit.
Australia's Cop31 bid fails but Bowen gains key role
Australia's bid to host Cop31 climate summit collapses but Chris Bowen secures pivotal negotiations presidency in creative Turkey deal that could salvage UN climate talks.
Turkey to Host COP31 Climate Summit After Australia Deal
Turkey will host the 2026 UN climate summit in Antalya while Australia leads negotiations, ending a two-year stand-off. The compromise aims to boost climate diplomacy.
Pope Leo XIV urges concrete climate action at UN talks
Pope Leo XIV calls for urgent climate action, stating God's creation is 'crying out'. He urges world leaders to protect vulnerable communities and honour the Paris Agreement.
PNG Leader: COP Summits Are Failing Vulnerable Nations
Prime Minister James Marape launches blistering critique of UN climate conferences, arguing they've become ineffective talking shops that ignore the urgent needs of developing nations facing existential threats.
Earth's hottest 12 months breaks temperature records
New climate data reveals our planet has experienced its warmest year-long period on record, pushing past critical temperature boundaries and signalling urgent climate action is needed.
Guterres: 1.5°C climate failure 'moral catastrophe'
UN Secretary-General António Guterres delivers impassioned warning at COP30 summit, declaring the world's failure to meet critical climate targets a profound moral failure that threatens humanity's future.
UN: Triple hottest years risk irreversible climate damage
A devastating UN report reveals Earth has experienced its three hottest consecutive years, pushing crucial natural systems toward irreversible tipping points with catastrophic consequences.
Liberal Party Splits Over Net Zero Emissions
In a dramatic political shake-up, rebel Liberal MPs have quit the party to form a new 'Net Zero Coalition', challenging Australia's climate policy direction and threatening the opposition's unity.
2025: Second Hottest Year in Recorded History
New data reveals 2025 was Earth's second warmest year ever recorded, with global temperatures soaring dangerously close to critical thresholds. Experts warn of accelerating climate impacts.
Brazil Climate Talks Spark Hope for 1.5°C Goal
As world leaders gather in Brazil for critical climate talks, new analysis reveals a potential pathway to revive the fading Paris Agreement target. Discover why experts say this summit could mark a turning point in the global fight against climate change.
Scientists: 1.5°C Climate Goal Still Within Reach
Groundbreaking research shows the 1.5°C climate target remains achievable with immediate, decisive action on emissions and renewable energy transition.
Academics slam $9tn net zero claim as 'misleading'
Leading Australian academics have condemned the Nationals party for repeatedly using a discredited $9 trillion figure to attack net zero policies, calling the costing 'fundamentally misleading' and based on misrepresented research.
Solar geoengineering could trigger climate chaos
Leading scientists warn that rogue solar geoengineering deployment could trigger catastrophic climate consequences, calling for urgent international governance.
Starmer to personally attend COP30 climate summit
Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces he will personally attend COP30 in Brazil, signalling UK's renewed global climate leadership under Labour government with Ed Miliband as Energy Secretary.
Bill Gates: We're losing climate change battle
Microsoft founder Bill Gates delivers urgent climate memo revealing global setbacks in green technology deployment and calling for accelerated innovation to meet emissions targets.
America's Best Climate Cities Revealed - California Dominates
New research uncovers America's most climate-resilient urban centres, with California cities dominating the rankings while traditional hotspots face increasing weather challenges.
Liberal MPs push Sussan Ley to abandon net zero pledge
Deep divisions emerge within Australia's Liberal Party as conservative MPs demand Environment Minister Sussan Ley dump the net zero emissions commitment, fearing the 'tail is wagging the dog' on climate policy.
Australian PM Albanese to skip COP30 climate summit
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will not attend the COP30 climate conference in Brazil, sending Climate Minister Chris Bowen instead. The decision has drawn sharp criticism from environmental groups amid Australia's ongoing climate challenges.
Nationals revolt over Australia's net zero target
David Littleproud confronts growing rebellion within Nationals ranks as party room meeting debates ditching Australia's 2050 net zero emissions commitment, exposing deep climate policy divisions.
Australian Nationals abandon net zero target
In a dramatic shift, Australia's National Party has voted to remove its net zero emissions target from official policy, sparking political turmoil and environmental concerns.
Daylight Saving Time 2024: When Clocks Go Back
As autumn deepens, Britain prepares for the annual clock change. Discover when the clocks go back, why we still follow this century-old tradition, and how it affects your health and daily routine.
Glasgow Bids to Host COP30 Climate Summit
The Scottish Government is mounting an ambitious campaign to bring COP30 to Glasgow, building on the city's successful hosting of COP26. Discover how this bid could cement Scotland's leadership in global climate action.
UK and US cut climate funding despite UN crisis warnings
Exclusive: Britain and America dramatically reduce contributions to key UN climate crisis fund despite urgent warnings about escalating global warming threats.
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