Climate Change Costs US 12% in Income, Research Shows
New research reveals unchecked global heating has cut American incomes by over a tenth since 2000, challenging Trump's anti-climate agenda. Discover the economic impact.
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Economic War Named Biggest Global Risk at Davos
A Davos survey reveals economic wars are the top global threat for 2026, outpacing armed conflict and climate change. Discover the key risks and geopolitical tensions.
Davos 2025: Economic Warfare Named Top Global Risk
Ahead of the Davos summit, a WEF survey of 1,300 experts identifies economic clashes as the biggest short-term threat, with climate risks looming large over the next decade. Read the full analysis.
AI Datacentres Drain Australia's Energy and Water
Australia's AI ambitions clash with environmental reality as datacentres demand colossal electricity and water, risking net zero targets. Listen to the Full Story podcast.
40% of Australian Women Hesitant to Have Kids Due to Climate
A Guardian survey reveals climate crisis anxiety is impacting family planning. Hear from science editor Donna Lu on why many are reconsidering parenthood. Listen to the Full Story podcast.
Quebec's Lake Rouge vanishes in mysterious outburst flood
A northern Quebec lake vanished overnight, sending water 10km overland. Was it a freak natural event or caused by decades of logging and wildfires? Experts investigate.
Experts warn against banning geoengineering research
Leading climate advocates argue that refusing to explore all options, including geoengineering research, is a catastrophic mistake. A call for honest risk management in the face of accelerating climate change.
Australia's Extreme Heat: A Warning for UK Climate Plans
As Australia faces unprecedented heatwaves, its survival strategies offer crucial lessons for UK climate adaptation. Discover what Britain must learn to stay cool in a warming world.
Chef Tommy Banks on the real cost of a £7 toastie
Michelin-starred chef Tommy Banks reveals to Sky News the 'political decisions' crippling UK hospitality, the impact of weight loss drugs, and why your cooking needs more salt. Read his full interview.
Australian Cities Face LA-Scale Wildfire Threat
A new report warns suburbs of Sydney, Melbourne and other capitals are at risk of catastrophic fires like the 2025 LA blazes. Experts urge immediate action on preparedness and emissions.
Climate crisis threatens human future, not the planet
A leading scientist argues the climate emergency is a human crisis, not a planetary one. Earth will survive, but our civilisation is at risk. Read the urgent call for action.
Joint mortgage abuse left me trapped for five years
Sarah Matthews shares her harrowing story of coercive control and joint mortgage abuse, a five-year legal battle to reclaim her home, and the warning signs banks must spot.
AI Boom's Environmental Toll: A Growing Climate Threat
As AI's energy and water consumption soars, experts warn its environmental impact could derail climate targets. Can the technology's benefits outweigh its spiralling costs?
Long Showers: A Costly Habit for the Planet
A letter to the Guardian highlights the environmental cost of long showers, urging a rethink of water use in the climate crisis. Discover how small changes can make a big difference.
2025 confirmed as UK's warmest and sunniest year
The Met Office confirms 2025 as the UK's warmest and sunniest year on record, with a mean temperature of 10.09°C. Experts link the record-breaking heat to human-induced climate change. Discover the full data and impacts.
US Climate Lawsuits: 2025's Key Wins and Losses
A landmark year saw US courts grapple with climate accountability. Explore the major trends, from novel lawsuits to industry attempts to secure immunity, and what's next for 2026.
Catastrophic floods hit South-East Asia in monsoon season
Torrential monsoon rains trigger severe flooding across South-East Asia, causing widespread displacement and damage. Experts link the extreme weather to climate change. Read the full report.
Jordan's ancient olive harvest wilts under record heat
Record-breaking heat and drought have destroyed 70% of Jordan's olive crop, endangering livelihoods and a centuries-old tradition. Discover the impact on families and the economy.
Climate policy reframed as economic populism in US
Progressive politicians and activists are successfully linking emissions cuts to cost-of-living concerns, gaining public support as climate impacts drive up bills. Discover the new affordability agenda.
12 MyLondon stories that made a real difference in 2025
From saving community spaces to exposing crime and injustice, discover how MyLondon's reporting in 2025 directly impacted the lives of ordinary Londoners.
13 Climate Court Victories Reshape 2025
A landmark year for climate justice saw courts worldwide force governments and corporations to act. Explore the 13 key legal wins that scrapped coal plants, halted oil fields, and ended false green claims.
2026 Economic Outlook: AI, Tariffs and Job Risks
Global growth is set to slow in 2026 as Trump's tariffs hit trade and AI's promise faces a reality check. Explore the five key charts shaping the economic year ahead for the UK and world.
Brazil's Caatinga shifts to arid zone, desert threat grows
A 5,700 sq km area in Brazil's north-east is now classified as arid, the country's first. Climate change is accelerating desertification, devastating goat herders' livelihoods. Read the full report.
Korean Film and K-Pop Crisis Amidst Global Success
South Korea's cultural exports hit a record £11bn, but its film industry has 'almost collapsed' and K-pop faces a pivotal reckoning. Discover the internal challenges threatening the Hallyu wave.
Inside Blackpool Illuminations: Climate Change & 150 Years
Discover how Blackpool's iconic Illuminations are battling climate change with resilient designs and LED tech. Explore the 150-year legacy and what's new for visitors.
Climate crisis drives up UK Christmas food prices
Extreme weather and fragile supply chains are pushing up the cost of festive staples like cranberries and wheat, raising fears over future UK food security and stability. Discover the climate link to your Christmas shop.
Brexit's Economic Damage Sparks Customs Union Debate
Analysis reveals Brexit has cost the UK 4% of GDP. As trade and investment suffer, Labour's Wes Streeting calls for deeper EU ties, but a customs union deal faces major hurdles. Explore the economic reality and political choices.
UK's Worst-Case Climate Scenarios Revealed by Scientists
Scientists warn the UK must prepare for 'plausible' worst-case climate impacts, including a 4C temperature rise, 2m sea level rise, and a 6C plunge from Atlantic current collapse. Read the urgent analysis.
Unseasonal UK birdsong sparks climate debate
Mild winter weather triggers early birdsong from skylarks and thrushes in the UK. Is this a charming anomaly or a stark warning of the climate crisis? Discover the facts.
Arctic heat record redefines winter, Noaa reports
The Arctic experienced its hottest year in 125 years, with sea ice at a record low. Scientists warn of cascading global impacts from the rapidly warming 'world's refrigerator'.
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