Supermarkets Warn UK Government of Food Supply Crisis
Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Aldi, and others have written to the Prime Minister warning of a food supply shortage due to heatwaves and wildfires in Europe.
Category : Climate
Tourists warned of diarrhoea parasite in salads
UKHSA reports 67 cyclosporiasis cases since April, mostly in travellers returning from Mexico. Parasite infects salads and soft fruits, causing watery diarrhoea.
Thousands Evacuated as Wildfires Rage in France and Spain
Nearly 4,000 evacuated in France as wildfires rage across France and Spain, with Macron calling it the toughest situation since WWII.
Wales drought as UK battles heatwaves and wildfires
The whole of Wales is now in drought as the UK endures extreme heat, wildfires, and dry conditions expected to persist into autumn, with record temperatures and heat-associated deaths.
Flies swarm UK homes in heatwave: how to get rid of them
Amid the fourth heatwave of 2026, UK homes face a fly invasion. Learn how to prevent and eliminate flies with hygiene, traps, and professional advice.
Wales in drought as UK faces heatwaves and wildfires
Wales is now fully in drought after minimal rainfall in July, as the UK faces heatwaves, wildfires, and record temperatures, with experts warning conditions may persist into autumn.
Endangered sawfish at risk from plan to double water extraction from WA's Fitzroy River
WA government plans to double groundwater extraction from Fitzroy River, endangering sawfish populations; conservationists and Aboriginal groups urge caution.
France wildfires: 220,000 evacuated in biggest operation
More than 220,000 people have been evacuated from wildfires across France, the biggest peacetime evacuation in the country's history, as flames threaten Bordeaux.
Farmers Brace for Super El Niño as Monsoon Delayed
In Odisha, farmers face a 'super' El Niño after a late monsoon. Crops failed during the last event; debt and water scarcity threaten livelihoods as Raja festival passed without rain.
Raindrops Travel Farther in Warmer World, Study Finds
Climate change is causing raindrops to travel up to 50 miles farther before falling, altering where precipitation occurs and raising water security concerns.
Hummingbird hawk-moth sightings surge across UK
A surge in hummingbird hawk-moth sightings across the UK is attributed to hot weather, strong winds, and food scarcity in southern Europe, with experts predicting a bumper year.
Wildfires in Europe, US Climate War Calls for Sanctions
Wildfires in France and Spain force mass evacuations as Europe faces extreme heat. An opinion piece argues the US should face economic sanctions over climate inaction.
Civil War Death Site Dug Up for Landfill in El Salvador
Diggers work on landfill in San Francisco Ángulo where hundreds of bodies from 1981 massacres remain, despite legal fights and health warnings.
Trump admin pulls $1.73bn bike lane funds over DEI claims
The Trump administration redirected $1.73bn from bike lane projects to roads and ports, calling them 'DEI pet projects,' sparking safety concerns from cycling advocates.
Councils move families out of tower after air con ban
Several councils are relocating tenants from the billionaire-owned Britannia Point tower in London, where families were banned from using air conditioning during heatwaves.
Wildfires in France and Spain Force 330,000 Evacuations
Deadly wildfires in France and Spain have forced 330,000 evacuations, set new records for burned area, and produced toxic smoke as a fourth heatwave hits Europe.
Suffolk heath wildfire: holiday park evacuated, 90 firefighters
A major incident was declared as 90 firefighters battled a heath wildfire near Sizewell B nuclear power station, forcing the evacuation of a 200-caravan holiday park.
RFK Jr FDA panel opens market for untested peptides
An FDA panel under RFK Jr recommended reclassifying six unproven peptides, enabling compounding pharmacies to sell them without proof of safety, opening a multibillion-dollar market.
Icac revelations leave Angus Taylor colleagues anxious
Angus Taylor is the highest-profile person mentioned at Icac's NSW inquiry, leaving colleagues anxious and factional enemies angry over potential donations to Reformers.
EU Fire Weather Breaks Records, Wildfires Rage
Fire weather in the EU has broken records for severity this year, with conditions 43% more severe than the two-decade average, as wildfires ravage France, Spain, Greece, and Italy.
Clooneys Evacuate French Home Amid Wildfire
George and Amal Clooney evacuated their French estate as a wildfire burned nearby, with the actor vowing to remain part of the community and help rebuild.
Wildfire near Sizewell B nuclear plant under control
A large wildfire at Dunwich Heath, Suffolk, burning within three miles of Sizewell B nuclear power station, is not currently threatening the plant, fire officials say.
Sainsbury's and Other European Supermarkets Drop Brazilian Beef Over Deforestation Links
Sainsbury's and five other European supermarkets drop Brazilian beef over deforestation links, following investigation into cattle laundering by JBS.
Supermarkets to limit sales as drought threatens food supplies
Half of England faces drought, threatening food supplies; supermarkets may accept lower-grade produce, import more, and impose limits on items like lettuce and strawberries.
UEFA and England boycott World Cup over Infantino plan
UEFA and its 55 member associations, including England, have unanimously voted to boycott the World Cup if FIFA proceeds with Gianni Infantino's plan to sell shares in competitions to private investors.
Campfire nearly destroyed ancient woodland in Preseli Hills
A campfire reignited due to dry conditions, risking severe damage to the ancient woodland and iconic landscape in Pembrokeshire.
Wales in drought as UK battles heat, wildfires
The whole of Wales is now in drought, as the UK struggles with extreme heat, wildfires and dry conditions that experts warn may linger until the autumn.
Suffolk Wildfire Near Sizewell B: 140 Football Pitches Blaze
A major incident has been declared after a wildfire at Dunwich Heath, Suffolk, near the Sizewell B nuclear plant. Firefighters are battling a 247-acre blaze.
UK tourists in Mexico warned of cyclospora parasite
UKHSA reports sharp rise in cyclospora infections among travellers returning from Mexico. 67 cases recorded since April. Tourists urged to drink bottled water and eat thoroughly cooked food.
US Withdraws from Paris Climate Agreement for Second Time
US formally leaves Paris climate deal for second time, becoming only nation to withdraw alongside Iran, Libya and Yemen.
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