Arctic Ice Decline Resumes After Record Winter Drop
Arctic sea ice decline slowdown ends; largest winter drop of 5.8% recorded between 2024-2025, researchers confirm.
Category : Environment
Firefighters rescue missing dog from San Francisco Bay
Firefighters rescued a small dog missing for weeks after it was found swimming in the San Francisco Bay near East Palo Alto. The pup was reunited with its family via the SPCA.
NSW land clearing up 16% in 2024 despite pledge
Almost 90 football fields of woody habitat were bulldozed daily in NSW in 2024, as total vegetation clearing rose 16% to 81,293 hectares, driven by a 70% jump in non-woody vegetation clearance.
ACF and rock art group challenge Woodside gas project in court
The Australian Conservation Foundation and Friends of Australian Rock Art are challenging the Albanese government's approval of Woodside's North West Shelf gas extension, arguing climate and heritage risks were ignored.
Immersed in a summer meadow's rich, chromatic aura
A country diary entry describes the overwhelming beauty of a flower meadow at Hartington Meadows, Derbyshire, invoking Edward Thomas's poem Haymaking and the sense of ancient life.
Exploring East Frisian Islands: Mudflats, Marshes, and Birds
Discover the East Frisian islands, a Unesco world heritage site with vast beaches, mudflats, and wildlife. Explore Norderney, Langeoog, and Spiekeroog for unique nature experiences.
UK military eyes Vertical Aerospace flying taxi for 2029
Vertical Aerospace demonstrated its Valo eVTOL aircraft at Farnborough; UK government grants £10m, eyes military variant; 2029 passenger flights targeted.
Guardian seeks UK residents near AI datacentres
The Guardian is asking UK residents living near AI datacentres to share their experiences and concerns about land use, pollution, noise, and the heat island effect.
Denmark tells tourists how to behave in wolf encounter
Danish authorities advise tourists to stand still, make eye contact, and fight back if attacked by a wolf. Wolves returned to Denmark in 2012 after 200-year absence; now 49 wolves in Jutland.
Two firefighters killed in Bordeaux airport fire
Two firefighters died battling a blaze near Bordeaux Airport on Tuesday, grounding flights and sending huge plumes of smoke across the sky. France's interior minister confirmed the deaths.
Heatwave reveals lost 17th-century garden at Chatsworth
Scorching temperatures and drought have revealed the outline of a 17th-century garden, the Great Parterre, on the lawns of Chatsworth in Derbyshire, hidden for over 300 years.
Man fined £1,000 for leaving box at full recycling bins
Lee Reynolds was fined £1,000 for fly-tipping after leaving cardboard next to overflowing recycling bins at Tesco in New Milton. The fine was reduced to £150, but he continues to appeal.
Brown water in South London river after burst main
A burst water main turned the Ravensbourne River brown in Beckenham, prompting concerns after recent fish deaths. The Environment Agency says no lasting impact, but residents are worried.
UK heatwave 2026: Another hot spell coming?
After a record-breaking heatwave, UK temperatures drop. The Met Office says further hot spells are possible in August, but a new heatwave is not guaranteed.
16m more under hosepipe ban in London and SE England
Thames Water imposes hosepipe ban on 16 million customers in London and the South East due to hot weather and high demand, effective Thursday.
Rogue leopard attacks two men in Indian liquor store
A rogue leopard burst into a liquor store in Rajasthan, India, lunging at two men. Terrifying footage shows salesman Sanjay Gurjar escaping. All victims hospitalized.
London Braces for Six-Day Heatwave Starting July 29
London is set to experience a six-day heatwave from July 29 to August 3, with temperatures reaching 28-29°C, though not as extreme as previous heatwaves.
Utah flash flood kills fire captain, wife and three sons
Five family members, including a Provo fire captain, his wife and their three sons, died in a flash flood while hiking in a Utah canyon on Friday.
Beaver-Style Flood Defences Amid Hosepipe Ban in Norfolk
In drought-stricken Norfolk, leaky dams inspired by beavers are installed for flood defence, costing over £35,000, as climate extremes challenge the landscape.
Amazon gold mining war: 'Total devastation' in Brazil
Illegal gold mining has destroyed 4% of forests in Sararé territory since 2024, with Brazilian forces razing settlements to fulfill President Lula's pledge.
1906: Bloodthirsty Insects of Summer
In 1906, correspondents from Stockport and Chester complained of gnats and midges. The article identifies the insects and offers remedies.
Messenia's Dilemma: Hollywood vs. Environment
Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey films in Messenia, Greece, but the region faces water scarcity, wildfires, and tourism pressure. Locals seek sustainable alternatives.
Asia Flooding: 4 Dead in Vietnam, Heavy Rains Widespread
Torrential rain in Vietnam, southern China, and South Korea caused deadly flooding and landslides. Vietnam recorded 206mm of rain in 24 hours, with at least 4 dead and 4 missing.
Bird the hawk: the predator who hugged me for 20 minutes
Candida Meyrick shares the incredible connection with her Harris's hawk, Bird, who once hugged her for 20 minutes. A story of joy and wildlife.
Skeleton ace Matt Weston slides into climate action
Britain's most successful male Winter Olympian, Matt Weston, joins Protect Our Winters to combat climate threats to snow and ice sports after winning double gold in Milano Cortina.
Rainwater Harvesting Transforms Lives in Mexico City
Thousands of low-income households in Mexico City are using simple rainwater harvesting systems to grow food and access water, reducing scarcity and improving daily life.
NYC Council Considers Ban on Central Park Horse-Drawn Carriages
A New York City Council bill would phase out Central Park's horse-drawn carriages by June 2028, following a tourist's death. Supporters cite animal welfare; opponents fear job losses.
Colorado farm uses solar panels to boost crops and income
Jack's Solar Garden in Colorado uses 3,276 solar panels to generate power, shade crops, and create microclimates, helping the farm turn a profit.
Industry groups fought toxic air monitoring in Louisiana
Louisiana's air monitoring network fails to measure toxic pollutants near major industrial plants, leaving communities at risk. Industry-backed laws restrict community monitoring, exacerbating a public health crisis.
Ski resorts hit by July heat records 12C above average
Australian ski resorts in NSW and Victoria shattered July climate records with temperatures up to 12C above average, leaving slopes reliant on snow-making.
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