Bison tosses Yellowstone tourist 8ft in caught-on-video attack
An agitated 2,000lb bull bison hooked and tossed a Yellowstone tourist 8ft into the air at a Wyoming campsite; a photographer captured the encounter, and the man was seriously injured.
Category : Environment
UK heatwave: 35C recorded on six days in 2026 for first time
The Met Office says 2026 is the first year with six days of 35C in the UK. Heatwave conditions continue, with wildfire warnings and health alerts in place.
Spearfisherman: More sharks now, but I know my place underwater
A veteran spearfisherman reports more sharks than ever in UK waters, but says he understands his position in the underwater hierarchy and urges coexistence.
South African Nature Docs Surge in Popularity
A surge in South African nature documentaries is driving global awareness of conservation, with National Geographic reporting a 40% increase in viewership for the genre.
Screwworm Fly Spreads Through Central America, Threatens US
The new world screwworm has become endemic in Central American wildlife due to illegal cattle movement, raising fears it could spread in the US and complicate eradication efforts.
Carbon storage projects spark alarm in small-town USA
A wave of carbon sequestration projects, fueled by billions in tax credits, is alarming residents in Clymers, Indiana, who fear environmental and health risks.
Why Not Solar Panels Over Car Parks?
Readers debate why solar farms are built on green spaces rather than over car parks, citing cost, grid stability, and the need for both approaches.
Asylum seekers and nature charities unite for UK countryside
Asylum seekers and refugees join environmental volunteers in Wales to clear invasive plants, boosting community cohesion and nature recovery through a £1.62m National Lottery-funded project.
Tech Reporting on Physical World: AI Revolution and Datacentres
The Guardian's tech reporting explores the AI revolution's physical world impact, focusing on datacentres, energy use, and environmental concerns. Key findings reveal a 30% rise in datacentre energy consumption by 2030.
Ukraine drone strikes halt Russia's Sea of Azov shipping
Russia suspends Sea of Azov shipping after Ukrainian drones hit 90 vessels in a week, targeting tankers and refineries, disrupting critical maritime corridor.
Trump says Strait of Hormuz open despite Iran claim
President Trump declared the Strait of Hormuz open to commercial traffic, contradicting Iran's earlier closure announcement, during an NBC interview focused on Senator Lindsey Graham's death.
Fungal wonders of Tasmania's Tarkine rainforest
A three-day fungi workshop in Tasmania's Tarkine reveals the vital role of fungi in ecosystems, with species like ruby bonnets and pixie's parasols.
Cartoon: Jennings on UK's scorching temperatures
A cartoon by Nicola Jennings depicts extreme heat in the UK, highlighting climate change impacts with a thermometer showing record highs.
Germany: 99 drownings in June heatwave, mostly young men
Germany recorded 99 drowning deaths in June, the highest in over 20 years, with 40 victims under 30. Extreme heat across Europe also forced early closures of the Eiffel Tower and shortened a Tour de France stage.
UK heatwave health alert extended, wildfire warning issued
The UK's week-long July heatwave continues with health alerts extended and wildfire warnings, as temperatures exceed 30C and drought fears grow.
Fruit nets and fishing lines kill thousands of Australian wildlife
Thousands of native animals in Australia are killed or injured each year by fruit netting, fishing gear, and barbed wire, with flying foxes making up two-thirds of entanglement cases in NSW.
Heatwave Myths Busted by Top Climate Scientist
Prof Ed Hawkins debunks 13 common misconceptions about heatwaves, from natural causes to adaptation, emphasizing human-caused climate change and urgent action needed.
Climate Crisis Reshapes Tour de France
Riders face 40°C heat, using 100kg ice daily as global warming forces Tour de France to rethink July dates and stage finishes.
Bamboo flowering triggers rodent boom in Mizoram
Mass flowering of bamboo in Mizoram every 48-50 years causes rodent outbreaks, devastating crops. Over 5,300 farmers affected; rice harvests plummet. Scientists warn of ecosystem shifts.
Missouri flooding: 200+ airlifted from camp, 20 rescued
More than 200 children and staff were airlifted from Camp Taum Sauk in Missouri due to severe flooding, while 20 others were rescued after a building collapsed.
Tour de France Stage Nine Shortened 30km Due to Heatwave
Tour de France stage nine shortened by 30km due to intense heatwave in Corrèze, after red alert issued by French weather authorities.
Londoner sleeps in balcony tent to beat 35C heatwave
Eleanor Job, a marketing worker in London, slept in a tent on her balcony to escape 35C heat after a sleepless night, rating it 8/10 despite waking up cold and with sore hips.
Fire at Stratford station causes days of disruption
A fire broke out at Stratford station, one of the UK's busiest, forcing evacuation and causing severe delays. 60 firefighters tackled the blaze, with disruption expected until Monday amid extreme heat.
UK heatwave breaks records with six days above 35C
2026 becomes first year with six separate days above 35°C. Heat health alerts remain across England until Sunday. Hosepipe bans affect millions.
Port Meadow named top beach near London despite no sea
Port Meadow in Oxford has been named one of the best beaches accessible from London by The Telegraph, despite being miles from the coast. The River Thames offers swimming spots amid ancient meadow.
Super El Niño risks rising, US forecasters warn
US models show 81% chance of a very strong El Niño ranking among largest since 1950, with 97% probability persisting through spring 2027, supercharging extreme weather worldwide.
Hay Wain Exhibition Shows Constable as Climate Crisis Conservationist
A new exhibition at Christchurch Mansion in Ipswich reinterprets John Constable's The Hay Wain as a conservationist work, highlighting the beauty of nature and the threat of climate change.
Deadly H5 bird flu found in Australian seabird first time
A greater crested tern on South Australia's coast tested positive for H5 bird flu, marking the first local wildlife case. Experts call it a 'paradigm shift'.
Tree Bumblebees Mistaken for Hedgehog Nest
A gardener in Langstone, Hampshire, discovered a tree bumblebee nest while cleaning a hedgehog house, escaping unstung after a brief defensive swarm.
Western Europe Hottest June on Record Amid Heatwaves
Western Europe experienced its hottest June on record, with the UK entering its third heatwave and wildfires ravaging France and Spain.
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