Tory bid to scrap Climate Change Act threatens May's legacy
Conservative MPs are mounting a dramatic bid to scrap the UK's flagship Climate Change Act, threatening to unravel Theresa May's environmental legacy and sparking fierce political warfare.
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Modern Slavery Allegations Rock Portugal's Wine Industry
An explosive investigation reveals migrant workers facing exploitation in Portugal's prestigious Alentejo wine region, with reports of squalid conditions and withheld pay threatening the industry's reputation.
Portugal drought emergency: Alentejo reservoirs at 20% capacity
Southern Portugal's Alentejo region declares drought emergency amid unprecedented water crisis, with reservoirs at just 20% capacity and agricultural sector facing devastating losses.
US Energy Department declares 'climate crisis'
The US Department of Energy has officially adopted the term 'climate crisis' in all communications, marking a significant departure from previous administration's language and signalling urgent new approach to environmental policy.
UN Climate Chief: Green Transition 'Unstoppable'
Exclusive: UN climate chief Simon Stiell warns that global climate progress is 'faltering' but insists the green energy transition remains unstoppable despite political headwinds.
Climate activists glue themselves to Melbourne CBD streets
Climate change protesters from Extinction Rebellion have caused major disruptions in Melbourne's CBD, gluing themselves to a key intersection during morning rush hour, demanding immediate government action on the climate emergency.
Australia's 'Oprah-Style' Climate Plan Falls Short
The Albanese government's new emissions reduction plan is branded a hollow 'Oprah-style' gesture, as experts warn Australia is dangerously off-track from its 2030 climate targets and real action.
Australia's Climate Everest: Political Resolve Tested
As Australia faces escalating climate disasters, a critical question emerges: does the nation possess the political resolve to implement the transformative policies needed for survival?
Human Activity Caused Two-Thirds of Europe's Heat Deaths
A stark new analysis confirms the devastating human cost of the climate emergency, attributing the majority of Europe's summer heat fatalities directly to human-induced global warming.
The Guardian's 2025 Climate Pledge Unveiled
The Guardian unveils its ambitious 2025 Climate Pledge, reinforcing its commitment to leading the global conversation on the climate emergency with enhanced reporting, urgent language, and a renewed focus on solutions.
Newsom Attacks Trump's Climate Denial During LA Wildfires
California Governor Gavin Newsom delivers a fiery rebuke to Donald Trump's climate change scepticism, linking his rhetoric directly to the devastating wildfires scorching Los Angeles.
Trump's Windsor Visit Sparks Climate Protests
Climate activists stage dramatic protests near Windsor Castle as Donald Trump meets with leading UK Conservatives. The former US President's controversial UK visit ignites debates on climate policy and international diplomacy.
SNP climate policies risk £700m annual black hole
A bombshell report reveals the staggering £700 million per year cost of the SNP's net-zero climate policies, posing a severe risk to Scotland's public finances with no clear funding plan.
Beyond Beaches: Why Americans Are Moving to Portugal
Discover the compelling economic, social, and lifestyle factors beyond the sun and sea that are driving a massive wave of American migration to Portugal, from the affordable cost of living to the welcoming visa programmes.
Youth Activists Sue Trump Over Climate Policies
A coalition of young Americans is taking former President Donald Trump to court, alleging his fossil fuel policies knowingly jeopardised their future and violated their constitutional rights.
Climate watchdog slams Badenoch over 'misleading' Farage comments
The UK's independent climate advisor delivers a stern rebuke to Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch for her 'disappointing' and inaccurate claims about Nigel Farage's climate change remarks, sparking a fresh row over political integrity and environmental pol
Climate Change to Cost UK Billions Annually
A stark new report reveals the devastating and escalating economic cost of climate change for the UK, with extreme weather events like heatwaves, droughts, and floods set to cripple the economy and strain public services.
Australia's Climate Crisis: Govt Report Warns, Will Action Follow?
A stark new Australian government report outlines the severe and escalating threats of the climate crisis, raising urgent questions about the nation's political will to meet the challenge with concrete policy.
Australia's Climate Crisis: Heat Deaths Soar as Seas Rise
A stark new Guardian podcast reveals the escalating human and economic costs of climate inaction in Australia, from deadly heatwaves to existential threats from sea-level rise. Experts warn that current policies are failing to match the scale of the crisi
Deaf British tourists killed by train in Portugal
Two deaf friends from Britain died instantly after being struck by an oncoming train while walking along tracks in Portugal. The tragic accident occurred as they were unable to hear warning horns.
Australia's Climate Risk: Sea-Level Rise & Heatwave Threat
A landmark national climate risk assessment reveals Australia faces existential threats from rising seas and intensifying heatwaves, urging immediate government action.
Bali's Decade-Worst Flooding Triggers Regional Climate Emergency
Bali faces its worst flooding in a decade as torrential rains cause widespread devastation, with landslides and severe weather also wreaking havoc across India, Pakistan, and Australia, raising urgent climate concerns.
Australia's Climate Crisis: Heat Deaths Soar as Seas Rise
Exclusive: New scientific data reveals Australia faces a dual climate threat as heatwave fatalities soar and sea level rise projections threaten coastal communities with permanent inundation.
Australia's Climate Warning: Soaring Heat Deaths & Economic Ruin
A landmark Australian government report delivers a stark warning: climate change is an immediate threat to lives and the economy, with heat-related deaths and colossal costs set to skyrocket without urgent action.
Climate Crisis Accelerates: New Report Confirms Worst Fears
A stark scientific assessment reveals climate change is intensifying faster than anticipated, with severe consequences for global weather patterns, ecosystems, and human civilisation.
Landmark Climate Report Warns Every Australian at Risk
A major new climate report reveals the profound and immediate threats climate change poses to every Australian, from the economy to health. The government issues a stark warning and calls for urgent national action.
Australia's Climate Risk Assessment Reveals Dire Threats
Australia's first national climate risk assessment exposes severe threats from bushfires, floods, and economic disruption. Discover the urgent challenges facing the nation.
Australia's 2035 Climate Target: Decision Imminent
Exclusive: The Albanese government is set to unveil Australia's pivotal 2035 emissions reduction target this week, a decision that will define the nation's climate policy and economic future for the next decade.
Swiss Alps Glaciers in Accelerated Retreat, Ecosystems Transform
Exclusive report from the Swiss Alps reveals the dramatic retreat of the Fiesch and Aletsch glaciers, threatening ancient ecosystems and local culture. Scientists warn of a profound environmental tipping point.
Climate Action: A Legal Duty, Not Charity
A landmark legal ruling establishes that combating climate change is a binding legal obligation for governments, not a voluntary act. This pivotal decision could reshape environmental policy and enforcement across the UK and beyond.
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