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Bedfordshire temperature surges 1°C in 30 years

Groundbreaking research exposes how Bedfordshire's temperature has surged by a full degree Celsius, outpacing national averages and sounding alarm bells for the county's future.

US pressure sinks global shipping emissions levy

Plans for a landmark global charge on shipping pollution have been shelved after intense US lobbying, dealing a major setback to international climate efforts and raising questions about America's environmental commitments.

World to breach Paris climate limits within years

Groundbreaking research reveals Earth is on track to surpass critical 1.5°C warming threshold much sooner than anticipated, with devastating consequences for global weather patterns.

Queensland climate policy undermines Australia's emissions goals

As Queensland doubles down on fossil fuel projects, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faces mounting challenges in delivering Australia's climate commitments. New analysis reveals how state-level political manoeuvring is jeopardising national environmental

Coral reefs approach climate tipping point

New scientific research reveals coral reefs are approaching a critical climate threshold that could trigger irreversible damage to marine ecosystems worldwide.

Prince William and Attenborough back UK COP30 bid

The Prince of Wales teams up with broadcasting legend Sir David Attenborough to support Britain's ambitious bid to host the crucial COP30 climate summit in 2025, with Labour's Ed Miliband backing the campaign.

Legal challenge to UK North Sea oil and gas licensing

The British government confronts a landmark legal challenge as environmental campaigners contest the legality of its ambitious new oil and gas licensing round in the North Sea, raising crucial questions about the UK's climate commitments.

Bonaire sues Netherlands in landmark climate case

In an unprecedented legal move, the Dutch Caribbean island of Bonaire is suing the Netherlands government for failing to protect its residents from climate change impacts, marking a historic moment in environmental justice.

Atlantic current system on brink of collapse

Critical ocean current system that regulates Europe's climate could collapse within decades, triggering catastrophic weather patterns and threatening global climate stability, scientists warn.

Albanese's environmental laws branded 'unforgivable failure'

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's environmental reforms face blistering criticism from Greens Senator Larissa Waters, who brands new legislation a catastrophic betrayal of election promises and environmental protection.

Jane Goodall joins Greenpeace in climate emergency plea

Renowned primatologist Dame Jane Goodall and Greenpeace issue powerful joint statement demanding immediate climate action from global leaders, with support from Leonardo DiCaprio and other prominent figures.

Badenoch vows to scrap Climate Change Act

Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch announces controversial plan to repeal the 2008 Climate Change Act, sparking environmental concerns and business uncertainty ahead of Conservative leadership contest.

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.

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