Puerto Rico Declares Emergency Over Coastal Erosion
Puerto Rico declares state of emergency for coastal erosion, allocating $105M for measures like relocating homes and planting mangroves.
Category : Climate
Lord Lebedev Backs Nature's Rights Bill in Lords Debate
Lord Lebedev backed the Nature's Rights Bill in the Lords, calling it a response to 'one of the greatest crises of our times.' The Bill would grant nature legal rights, but the Government opposed it, citing existing frameworks.
Antarctic Winter Heatwave Shatters Record with 15.4C Peak
Antarctic winter heatwave sets record high of 15.4C, alarming scientists about climate breakdown and glacier melt.
BBC Axes Winterwatch: Fans Furious Over Cost-Cutting
BBC's decision to axe Winterwatch as part of cost-cutting has been branded 'terrible' by fans, who plan to launch a petition to save it, despite previous failure to save Autumnwatch.
UK Third Heatwave Different from June: Met Office
Yellow heat health alerts issued for multiple English regions as temperatures hit 30C. Met Office says this heatwave will be less extreme and less widespread than June's record-breaking heat.
Llancaiach Fawr Still Closed a Year After Operator Chosen
Llancaiach Fawr remains closed 18 months on, with no deal finalised despite a preferred operator being chosen in July 2025, leaving the Tudor manor's future uncertain.
Australia Warned of Legal Action Over Fossil Fuels After Landmark ICJ Climate Ruling
Vanuatu warns Australia could face legal action over fossil fuels after ICJ ruling finds countries have binding obligations to prevent climate change.
Times Square Fan Zone Denied Opening for England v Mexico
We Are Fan Zones confirms the Times Square Fan Zone in Newcastle will not open for England's World Cup last-16 match against Mexico due to licensing issues, but hopes to return for the quarter-finals.
Neil the Elephant Seal: Viral Sensation with 1.4M Followers
Neil the 2,200lb elephant seal has amassed 1.4 million TikTok followers, more than double Tasmania's population, but officials urge fans to keep their distance after reports of risky behavior like placing babies near him for photos.
Trump Looted America: We Must Change Rules to Prevent Grift
Donald Trump added $1.4bn to his fortune in his first year back in the White House, nearly tripling his wealth to $6.5bn. The author argues for new laws to prevent future presidential self-enrichment.
Von der Leyen: EU does more for Gaza than anyone else
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen defends EU's Gaza aid, says no one does more, amid calls for action against Israel over settlements and sanctions.
Police Brace for Monday Mayhem After England v Mexico 5am Pub Parties
Police chiefs slam government's late announcement allowing pubs to stay open until 5am for England's World Cup match, forcing last-minute policing changes and extended officer shifts.
Wildlife Hospital Issues Urgent Robin Glue Trap Warning
South Essex Wildlife Hospital shares heartbreaking image of robin trapped on glue trap, urging public to stop using them despite ban in Scotland and online availability.
Met Office: Three UK Areas Face Heatwave on Sunday
The Met Office forecasts heatwave conditions in the Midlands, East Anglia, and southeast England on Sunday, while Scotland and Northern Ireland face heavy rain up to 75mm.
Hosepipe Ban Confirmed: 1 Million Brits Told to Stop Water Use
Southern Water confirms a hosepipe ban affecting 1 million customers in Hampshire and Isle of Wight from July 10, potentially lasting until autumn due to record heatwave and low river levels.
Beloved UK Pub The Cyder House Inn to Close in Weeks
The Cyder House Inn in Shackleford, Surrey, announces closure on August 2 due to rising costs, leaving locals devastated.
How Thunder Is Made: From Lightning's Heat to Distant Rumbles
A bolt of lightning heats air to 30,000C, creating a supersonic shock wave that becomes thunder. The sound varies from a crack nearby to a low rumble far away, and distant lightning may be silent.
US at 250: Trump's View Sparks Community Histories Reclamation
As Trump's Freedom 250 celebrates white male heroes, communities across the US reclaim erased histories, from Gullah Geechee revolutionaries to Indigenous perspectives, amid polls showing national pessimism.
Trump's Climate Denial May Boost Global Action
Donald Trump's extreme climate denial and inflammatory rhetoric could paradoxically galvanize global climate action, experts suggest. His stance may unify opponents and accelerate green policies.
Cape Verde’s World Cup Success Transforms National Pride
Cape Verde, the smallest nation to reach a World Cup knockout stage, faces Argentina on Friday. The Blue Sharks' run has sparked national celebrations, with flags everywhere and a surge in global attention, as fans dream of another upset.
US Heatwave 'Virtually Impossible' Without Climate Crisis
A scorching US heatwave would be 'virtually impossible' without climate change, threatening 250th anniversary events and World Cup matches, researchers say.
Ski Season Up to Three Weeks Shorter, Expert Says as Snow Arrives
After a warm start to winter, a cold front brings up to 30cm of snow to Australian ski resorts, but climate expert Andrew Watkins warns the season could be up to three weeks shorter than usual due to climate change.
Europe Heatwave Shatters June Temperature Records, UK Hits 37.7C
A heatwave across western Europe shattered June temperature records, with the UK reaching a provisional 37.7C and Germany an all-time high of 41.7C.
How Skin Colour Affects Medical Care: The Ethnicity Pain Gap
New Guardian reporting reveals racial inequalities in pain relief: Black and Asian women are less likely to receive epidurals, and cancer patients from minority backgrounds get fewer pain medications. Experts call this the 'ethnicity pain gap' and urge da
Wildfires Rage in France and Spain After Record Heatwave
Numerous wildfires are raging across France and Spain after record temperatures in Europe caused dry conditions and a worsening drought. Two thousand firefighters battled blazes in France, while Spain deployed over 100 personnel.
UK Parents Warned Over Posting Kids' Photos Amid AI Abuse Fears
The UK National Crime Agency and Internet Watch Foundation advise parents to avoid sharing children's images publicly to prevent AI-generated sexual abuse, citing a 14% rise in AI-made CSAM in 2025.
Top 10 Heatwave Essentials Without AC
As Americans face record-breaking temperatures over 100°F, our tested and reviewed products—from misting fans to cooling towels—help regulate body temperature without AC.
Burnham's Council Housebuilding Plan Faces Huge Challenges
Andy Burnham proposes biggest council housebuilding programme since postwar era, aiming to tackle 1.5m social housing waiting list, but faces obstacles from private developers, funding constraints, and public scepticism.
One Nation's Christian outreach faces hurdles over immigration
One Nation is courting Christian voters with anti-abortion policies, but its anti-immigration stance may conflict with the values of many churchgoers, especially the one in three born overseas.
Grindavík and Blue Lagoon Evacuated After Volcanic Eruption
Grindavík and Blue Lagoon evacuated after volcanic eruption on Reykjanes peninsula; 11th since 2021. Fissure reached defence walls, second fissure opened. Residents urged to leave as eruption may be larger.
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