Tintwistle Moor Wildfire Flares Up, Scorching 350 Pitches
A wildfire on Tintwistle Moor has flared up after 16 days, scorching 2.6 million sq m—over 350 football pitches. Fire crews returned to the scene near Woodhead Pass.
Category : Climate
2026 first year with six days of 35C or higher
The Met Office says 2026 is the first year to record temperatures of 35C or higher on six separate days, with a peak of 35.2C in Derbyshire, as the UK faces its third heatwave in three months.
Kitchen item on windowsills cools rooms on hot nights
Placing a bowl of cold water on a windowsill can cool rooms during heatwaves, says energy experts. This cheap hack absorbs heat and circulates cool air.
US 'Explosive Diarrhoea' Outbreak: What Travellers Need to Know
A cyclosporiasis outbreak causing explosive diarrhoea has hit 17 US states, with Michigan reporting 1,000 cases in two weeks. Travellers to the World Cup should take precautions.
Ukraine Strikes 14 Russian Vessels, Deepening Fuel Crisis
Ukraine claims its drone forces struck 14 Russian vessels in one night, part of a broader strategy to disrupt fuel supplies and choke off military logistics, as Russia faces widespread fuel shortages across 90% of its regions.
Chris Beney, Paths Campaigner, Dies at 93
Chris Beney, who championed accessible paths and advised on British Standards for gates and stiles, has died aged 93. He was a trustee of the Open Spaces Society and helped establish accessibility training.
New York Sues 3M, DuPont Over Toxic 'Forever Chemicals'
New York sues 3M, DuPont, and others for selling toxic Pfas chemicals, hiding risks for decades. The lawsuit seeks to hold companies accountable for environmental and health damage.
Why Hot Weather Makes You Cranky: Experts Explain
Hot temperatures cause cascading effects on the body, increasing aggression and road rage. Experts explain the science behind heat-related irritability and offer tips to manage it.
Andy Burnham Can Win Back Labour Voters by Supporting Migrants
Simon Steyne argues that Andy Burnham can appeal to anti-racist former Labour supporters by rejecting xenophobic migration policies and speaking truthfully about migration benefits.
UK Third Heatwave as Europe Counts Cost of Hottest June
The UK is in its third heatwave of the year as western Europe endures its hottest June on record, with death toll estimates surpassing 20,000 across the continent.
Historic El Niño Likely to Supercharge Extreme Weather
There is an 81% chance of a very strong El Niño ranking among the largest since 1950, with 97% probability it persists through spring 2027, researchers say.
Hay Wain Exhibition Highlights Climate Crisis Urgency
A new exhibition at Christchurch Mansion in Ipswich places John Constable's The Hay Wain in the context of the climate crisis, revealing the painting's conservationist message and the fragility of the natural world.
NZ$3.5bn Datacentre Plan Sparks Local Concerns in New Zealand
Plans for New Zealand's first AI datacentre in Makarewa raise concerns about electricity, water use, and noise pollution, with locals demanding greater transparency.
Darcy Byrne Leads Pokies Reform in NSW
Labor mayor Darcy Byrne is spearheading a grassroots movement to curb gambling harm, pushing for fewer pokies in NSW clubs, comparing the lobby to the NRA.
H5 Bird Flu Found in Native Australian Seabird for First Time
A greater crested tern found dead at Robe, South Australia, has tested positive for H5 bird flu, marking the first case in local wildlife. Experts say this signals local transmission of the disease.
Western Europe's Hottest June on Record as Heatwaves Intensify
Western Europe experienced its hottest June on record, scientists confirm, as the UK faces a third heatwave and wildfires rage across France and Spain.
Harmful Ozone Builds Near Ground During Heatwaves
During June's record-breaking heatwave, ozone concentrations were continuously raised across Europe, causing widespread air pollution. The 2003 European heatwave led to about 2,000 extra UK deaths, 800 from ozone.
Typhoon Maysak: 11 Dead, Snakes Escape; Mumbai Floods Kill 13
Typhoon Maysak, the first to hit China in 2026, caused devastating floods in Guangxi, leaving 11 dead and hundreds of snakes loose. Meanwhile, Mumbai received 300mm of rain in a day, leading to building collapses and 13 deaths.
Ecological Grief: Mourning Lost Species and Landscapes
As climate change accelerates species extinction and landscape transformation, Western culture lacks rituals for ecological grief. Experts and communities call for formal mourning practices to address this growing emotional burden.
MPs Call for Televised Climate Emergency Briefing
MPs call on the UK government to host a televised national climate emergency briefing as the country swelters in its third heatwave of the summer, following a 50-minute film by Chris Packham.
Crone Law: Cotton Mandatory When Mercury Hits 30C
Lucy Mangan declares emergency Crone Law requiring cotton clothing above 30C, criticizes Taylor Swift for secret wedding, celebrates new romantasy bookshop, and ponders family bike lessons.
Gray Whale Die-Off: Climate Crisis Threatens Pacific Population
Climate change drives catastrophic gray whale die-off in the Pacific, with population halved since 2019. Environmental groups urge relisting under Endangered Species Act as Trump administration resists.
Deadly Wildfire in Southern Spain Kills 12, Including Four Britons
At least 12 people, including four Britons, have died in a wildfire in Almería, Spain, with 23 missing and 800 evacuated amid a heatwave.
Cabo Verde's World Cup Success Masks Identity Issues
Despite historic World Cup knockout stage debut, Cabo Verde's African identity is complicated by colonial legacy, colourism, and ongoing debates over reparations and cultural decolonisation.
Will Those Responsible for Global Warming Ever Face the Heat?
A satirical cartoon questions whether fossil fuel executives and politicians will ever be held accountable for climate change as global temperatures rise.
How 'space balls' launched a sleepy Queensland beach town
Space debris washed up on Forrest Beach, sparking international media frenzy. Local shop owner Lisa Scobie created a 'Space Junk Snackbox' as the town of 1,364 became the center of attention.
UK households urged to leave bowl of water in garden this weekend
Gardeners are urged to place a bowl of water in their gardens this weekend to help bees, birds, and other wildlife cope with forecasted 30°C heatwave conditions across the UK.
Bicarb Soda Hack for Food Waste Bin Smells
Bicarbonate of soda, a common kitchen staple, helps absorb unpleasant odours and bin juice from food waste caddies, according to Which? experts.
Gardeners Urged to Soak Dried Mealworms for Birds in July
Gardeners are urged to soak dried mealworms in water for at least 30 minutes before feeding birds in July to prevent dehydration during the UK heatwave.
Remove One Thing from Bedroom to Cool at Night in Heatwave
Experts say removing electrical appliances and clutter from under the bed can cool bedrooms during a heatwave, as they generate heat and block air circulation.
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