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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.
COP30 climate talks enter critical ministerial phase
UN climate talks shift into high gear as government ministers take over negotiations at COP30 in Brazil. Key issues include fossil fuel phase-out and climate finance for developing nations.
Major climate protests at COP30 halfway point
Protesters flooded the streets of Belem, Brazil, for the largest day of action during UN climate talks, demanding urgent action from world leaders on fossil fuels and environmental justice.
Protesters block COP30 climate talks entrance
Approximately 100 protesters have blocked an entrance to the COP30 UN climate conference in Brazil. Discover how the peaceful demonstration impacted the event.
Climate Activists Blockade COP30 Summit Demanding Action
Climate activists blockade COP30 summit in dramatic protest, demanding immediate action on emissions. Police make multiple arrests as tensions escalate.
Trump's influence felt at COP30 climate summit
As COP30 climate talks proceed without US participation, delegates fear Trump's potential interference. Discover how the former president's shadow affects global climate negotiations.
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.
COP30: The Key Players in Climate Showdown
As world leaders gather for the critical COP30 summit in Belém, Brazil, discover the key nations and blocs shaping our planet's future. From climate laggards to green pioneers, we break down what each major player really wants from these high-stakes negot
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.
China's COP30 Strategy: Xi Backs Global South Climate Demands
Beijing signals major climate policy shift as President Xi Jinping advocates for developing nations' interests in UN address, positioning China as environmental champion ahead of crucial Brazil summit.
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.
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.
Photo Booth Confessions: Writers Share Chaotic Snapshots
Discover the raw, unfiltered stories behind photo booth pictures as nine acclaimed writers share their most cherished and chaotic snapshots in this intimate collection.
Lula's stark COP30 warning to world leaders on climate
Brazil's President Lula delivers a powerful message at COP30, exposing the harsh truths about global climate inaction while challenging wealthy nations to honour their commitments.
Brazil to host COP30 climate summit in Amazon city
Brazil secures hosting rights for COP30 in Belém, bringing world climate talks to the Amazon's doorstep as global leaders face mounting pressure to deliver on climate finance.
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.
Climate flotillas head to Belém ahead of COP30 summit
Dozens of boats carrying Indigenous leaders and climate activists are sailing to Belém, Brazil, creating a powerful visual protest ahead of the critical COP30 UN climate summit in November 2025.
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.
Football's Spookiest Halloween Ghost Stories
From phantom penalty takers to ghostly managers, discover the spine-tingling stories that prove football isn't just about what happens on the pitch. Ian Holloway and Don Revie feature in these eerie accounts that will make you question whether the beautif
US Officials Express Cautious Optimism for COP30
Senior US officials express measured confidence ahead of crucial COP30 climate talks in Belém, Brazil, while acknowledging significant political and economic challenges remain.
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.
Salman Rushdie's Haunting New Ghost Stories Collection
Literary legend Salman Rushdie makes a triumphant return with 'Nine Authentic Ghost Stories', a chilling collection that marks his first foray into supernatural fiction. Discover how the Booker Prize winner reinvents ghost stories for the modern age.
US States Resist Trump's Climate Policy Assault
US states and cities are mounting a formidable defence against Donald Trump's planned assault on climate policies, vowing to protect environmental regulations through legal battles and local 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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