Crete Wildfire Forces 5,000 to Evacuate as Europe Heatwave Continues
A wildfire in Crete forces 5,000 evacuations amid a Europe-wide heatwave linked to multiple deaths, with fires also in Turkey, Italy, Spain, and Germany.
Category : Climate
Tropical Nights to Hit UK Amid Third Heatwave
Tropical nights, where temperatures stay above 20°C, are set to hit the UK as a third heatwave brings highs of 35°C. The once-rare event is becoming more common due to climate change, with health alerts issued.
UK Declares Third Heatwave, Temperatures to Hit 35C
The Met Office has officially declared the UK's third heatwave in three months, with temperatures forecast to reach 35C in parts of southern England later this week, triggering amber heat health alerts.
UK's Third Heatwave: 35C Forecast, Amber Alerts Issued
The UK enters its third heatwave with temperatures up to 35C. Amber heat health alerts are in place for Midlands and southern England from Wednesday to Sunday, with 'tropical nights' expected.
UK's Third Heatwave This Year: Temperatures to Reach 35C
The UK has officially entered its third heatwave in three months, with temperatures expected to exceed 35C in parts of southern England later this week, the Met Office confirmed.
Met Office Heatwave Warning: 5 Ways July Will Differ
The Met Office warns of a third heatwave with highs up to 34C in the South East, but lower humidity will make it feel less intense than June's record-breaking heat.
UK's Third Heatwave: 35C Forecast, Health Alerts Issued
The UK has entered its third heatwave this year, with temperatures potentially reaching 35C. Amber and yellow heat health alerts are in place across England, with warnings of increased mortality and water-related incidents.
Wimbledon Heatwave: Ice Towels and Gel Packs for Safety
Wimbledon officials are combating extreme heat with 500,000 suncreams, ice towels, gel packs, cooling scarves, and extra shade to protect players and fans as temperatures exceed 34C.
Pacific Lawyer Honoured for Landmark Climate Win at ICJ
Julian Aguon and Pacific students win Right Livelihood award for ICJ climate ruling, marking a new era of accountability.
Australia's Historic Heatwave Breaks Temperature Records
Australia's historic heatwave breaks records with temperatures above 50°C, affecting south-eastern regions with extreme day and night heat.
Heatwave Sparks Fresh Fears for Wildlife at Hampstead Heath
As London braces for a seven-day heatwave, illegal swimming at Hampstead Heath's wildlife ponds raises concerns despite increased security and fines.
Smaller Nations Must Not Dodge Climate Responsibility
Readers respond to an article on smaller countries' climate efforts, arguing that per capita emissions and leadership matter, and that all nations must act.
El Obeid Catastrophe: Sudan Atrocities Ignored
The UN warns of catastrophe in El Obeid, Sudan, as RSF tightens siege. Hundreds of thousands dead, 15 million displaced. UAE accused of backing RSF, while world powers fail to act.
Typhoon Maysak Kills 2, Forces 48,000 Evacuations
Typhoon Maysak killed two in Nanning, China, breached dams, and forced 48,000 evacuations. Extreme flooding hit Guangxi, with 55,000 affected and reservoir breaches.
Met Office: Third Heatwave to Break by Weekend
The Met Office says the third heatwave of the year will likely break around July 11-12, with temperatures up to 35°C in southern England, but not as extreme as June.
At least 25 dead as record heatwave scorches US
At least 25 people have died amid a record heatwave that brought temperatures above 100F to over 20 states, with New Jersey reporting 22 deaths and officials warning of life-threatening conditions.
Venezuela Quake Death Toll Passes 3,000; Government Defends Response
Venezuela's interim president defends earthquake response as death toll exceeds 3,000 amid public anger over inadequate aid; mass graves anticipated.
Accessible Transport Could Boost UK Economy by £176bn
Investing in accessible UK transport could add £176bn to the economy by enabling 2.8 million disabled people to work, says IMechE report.
Half of Rural Affordable Homes at Risk Under Planning Rule Change
Half of affordable new homes in rural England could be under threat if planning rules are relaxed, analysis shows. Ending quotas for developers could cost 32,000 homes over 10 years.
Scottish AI Project Fails Renewable Energy Promise
A landmark Scottish AI datacentre project has no prospect of meeting its promise to be powered entirely by on-site renewables, a Guardian investigation reveals.
Scottish Village Fears Misleading AI Datacentre Promises
Residents of Newarthill, Lanarkshire, fear they were misled about benefits of a planned AI datacentre complex, with promises of jobs and renewable energy now in doubt.
Greece Installs Floating Barrier Against Toxic Pufferfish
Greece has installed its first floating sea barrier in Evia to protect swimmers from toxic long-toothed pufferfish, driven by climate crisis and warming Mediterranean waters.
Europe Braces for Heat Surge as Tropical Nights Return
Western Europe faces another heat surge with temperatures 10-15C above average, reaching 40C in parts of France and Spain, while tropical nights pose health risks.
Wildfires Rage Across Southern Europe, Thousands Flee
Thousands flee homes as wildfires burn across Portugal, Spain, France, and Greece. A Tour de France stage bans spectators due to fire risks. The EU sends aircraft to help.
Union Workers Decry Trump's Wind Energy Job Attacks
Unionized wind energy workers say Trump's executive orders and lease buyouts, costing over $2.6bn, threaten good-paying jobs and renewable energy progress.
Niger Delta Families Live in Shadow of Burning Oil Well Six Years On
Villagers in Awoye, Niger Delta, report ongoing pollution from the Ororo-1 oil well blowout in 2020, causing sickness, environmental damage, and collapsing fishing livelihoods with no government response.
Venezuela's 'Moles' Search Rubble for Earthquake Survivors
Amateur Venezuelan rescue workers, known as topos (moles), burrow through rubble after powerful earthquakes on 24 June, searching for thousands feared trapped.
GB News Co-Owner's Hedge Fund Triples Fossil Fuel Bets
Sir Paul Marshall's hedge fund Marshall Wace nearly tripled its fossil fuel investments to $2.8bn in Q1 2026, while green energy holdings fell 30%, sparking accusations of 'cashing in on climate chaos'.
Extreme Heat Doubles Youth Mental Health Admissions Risk
Extreme high temperatures double young people's risk of mental health hospital admissions, University of Sydney study finds, with heat-related admissions projected to rise 6-7.7% by 2100.
Llŷn Meadow Restoration Network Grows to 80 Members
Jo Porter's meadow restoration network on the Llŷn Peninsula has grown to 80 members, increasing biodiversity and drought resilience after Wales lost 91% of species-rich grasslands since WWII.
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