Red Warning for 25 Million Brits Over Very High Pollen
The Met Office has issued a red warning for 'very high' pollen levels affecting 25 million people across London, South East, and East of England. The NHS urges residents to keep windows shut.
Category : Climate
Colombia Hosts Summit on Breaking Fossil Fuel Reliance
Around 50 countries meet in Colombia for a summit on accelerating the shift away from fossil fuels, focusing on just transition and fossil-free zones.
NaviLens Scheme for Blind Bus Passengers Hailed Success
West Lothian's pioneering NaviLens technology helps visually impaired bus passengers, making it the first area in Scotland to adopt this inclusive transport solution.
British Gas Urges Tea Towel Use for Cooling Down on Friday
British Gas advises using tea towels with ice packs on pulse points to cool down as temperatures hit 30C. Yellow heat alerts issued for parts of England.
Brazil Floods Death Toll Rises To 64 In Minas Gerais
Death toll from floods and landslides in Brazil's Minas Gerais rises to 64, with five missing and thousands displaced.
British Gas Urges Dehumidifier Use to Beat Heat Before Saturday
British Gas advises using dehumidifiers to cool rooms as temperatures may reach 30C in parts of England by Friday, June 19. The Met Office forecasts a mixed week with heat and thunderstorms.
Painful 'Eye-Biting' Flies Swarm Southern California Foothills
Tiny black flies, known for biting eyes, are infesting Southern California's San Gabriel Valley in unusually high numbers, causing itchy welts.
Lebanese Greet Ceasefire with Caution and Uncertainty
After the latest ceasefire, Lebanese return to destroyed homes with mixed feelings of joy and fear, uncertain if the truce will last amid ongoing Israeli presence and unresolved issues.
Empty Mansions and Homelessness: Britain's Housing Absurdity
Readers respond to a story about a homeless man living in the porch of a £200m empty mansion, highlighting the absurdity of Britain's housing crisis and suggesting solutions like compulsory purchase.
King Tides Batter California Coast After Two Deaths
King tides and massive waves hit California after two deaths, including a five-year-old girl swept away. Authorities urge caution against rip currents and flooding.
IAAM Furloughs All Staff Amid Financial Challenges
The International African American Museum in Charleston, South Carolina, will furlough all staff from July to December due to financial pressures and a shifting political and funding environment.
Sydney's Warmest June Streak in 100+ Years
Sydney has recorded its warmest run of June days in over a century, with temperatures topping 20°C for 10 consecutive days, breaking a record from 1919.
Dutch Walking Ritual May Explain Kids' Happiness and Health
Dutch children are among the happiest and healthiest globally. A unique walking festival, Avondvierdaagse, where kids walk four evenings, builds community, resilience, and exercise habits.
Half of World's Children Face Three Climate Hazards
Unicef report reveals half of children globally face at least three climate hazards, with footage showing kids in Papua New Guinea swimming across crocodile-filled rivers to school.
Starmer's Defence Dilemma: Spending Row Exposes UK Uncertainties
The resignation of defence ministers over military spending highlights Keir Starmer's struggle to balance fiscal rules, international commitments, and evolving warfare technology.
AI Could Help Win 'Race Against Extinction' of Plants
AI and digitisation are turning points in saving plants from extinction, says Kew report. New tech tracks flowering shifts, identifies species, and unlocks fungal genomic goldmine.
BoM Forecasts Strong El Niño, Warns Climate Change Amplifies Effects
The Bureau of Meteorology declares El Niño locked in, warning climate change could amplify extreme heat, bushfires, and coral bleaching risks for Australia.
Peptide Boom: US Hooked on Unregulated 'Miracle' Drugs
Thousands of Americans are injecting unregulated peptides for weight loss, muscle growth, and anti-aging, ignoring 'not for human consumption' labels and risking unknown side effects.
Why Is the US Bombing Somalia? Airstrikes and Civilian Toll
The US escalates airstrikes in Somalia against al-Shabaab, but militants continue to gain ground and civilians are increasingly killed, with no compensation paid.
US Drone Strike in Somalia Kills 12 Civilians, 8 Children
A Guardian investigation reveals the deadliest US airstrike for civilians in Somalia under Trump, killing 12, including 8 children, with no US admission or accountability.
Algae Foils Trump's $14.2m Reflecting Pool Plan
Donald Trump's $14.2m renovation of the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool is thwarted by algae, turning the water green instead of the intended 'American flag blue'.
Arctic Sea Ice Thickening Experiment Shows Early Success
A bold geoengineering experiment to thicken Arctic sea ice by pumping seawater onto it shows early success, potentially helping to slow climate change.
Albanians Protest Kushner-Linked Luxury Resort
Albanians have been protesting for two weeks against a luxury resort near Vlora backed by a company linked to Jared Kushner, citing environmental concerns and land confiscation.
UK Social Media Ban Risks Isolating Disabled Teens, Activists Say
Disability activists warn that a blanket social media ban for under-16s could isolate disabled children, cutting off vital online communities and peer support.
Indonesia’s ‘Eternity Glaciers’ Nearly Gone: 95% Ice Loss
Indonesia’s ‘eternity glaciers’ on Puncak Jaya have lost 95% of their ice since 2002, with researchers predicting their complete disappearance by 2030.
Toxic Caterpillars Cause Chaos Across Berlin
Oak processionary caterpillars have infested all 12 districts of Berlin, causing skin and breathing problems. Authorities close playgrounds and sports facilities, demand public health action.
King Charles Vows to Keep Fighting for Planet in New Documentary
King Charles vows to keep fighting for the planet in new Amazon Prime documentary, Finding Harmony: A King’s Vision, featuring Kate Winslet and other stars.
Wetland in West Yorkshire Lies Dry and Scratchy as a Loofah During Summer Lull
Brearley Fields wetland in West Yorkshire lies dry and scratchy during a hot summer, but serves as a crucial flood mitigation project for the Calder Valley.
Beavers Save London Tube Station from Flooding
A group of beavers in northwest London have solved a flooding problem at Greenford Tube station, using their dam-building skills to protect homes and transport.
Met Office Red Warning for High Pollen in UK
The Met Office has issued a red warning for parts of the UK as pollen levels rise to 'very high', affecting hay fever sufferers. Temperatures may reach 30C.
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