HCLTech and Neste AI deal for renewable fuels
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Category : Environment
Greggs closes 11 stores as UK heatwave hits 38°C
Greggs shuts 11 branches amid extreme heat, protecting staff as UK temperatures soar to 38°C, with schools closed and travel disrupted.
UK faces regular 40°C super heatwaves, meteorologist warns
A senior meteorologist warns that 40°C temperatures will soon become the new normal for the UK, as the country experiences its second major heatwave of the year, causing school closures and transport disruption.
Bison fights off wolves in first-ever video evidence
A camera trap in Poland's Białowieża Primeval Forest captured first-ever footage of a bison family fighting off a wolf pack, challenging the species' non-prey status.
UK Heatwave: Infrastructure Struggles as Temperatures Soar
Temperatures hit 34.6C in Surrey, with warnings of 39C by Thursday, as UN chief says London is 'cooking'. Schools close, rail services reduced, and hospitals cancel appointments.
Ed Miliband and UK net zero attacked at ARC conference
Kemi Badenoch and US officials criticized Ed Miliband and UK net zero policies at the ARC conference, funded by Trump donors and fossil fuel interests.
Bird flu threatens 150 Australian native species with extinction
A potential bird flu outbreak poses a very high risk of extinction to 150 of Australia's native bird species, including black swans and fairy terns, according to assessments.
Sperm whales show distinct dialects across Mediterranean
Sperm whales in the eastern and western Mediterranean use different click patterns or dialects, revealing how these vocal cultures evolve in isolated groups.
Horsey Island evokes Swallows and Amazons in dreamlike visit
Accessing Horsey Island requires permission from the farmer and the tide, offering a four-hour window. The island, setting for Arthur Ransome's Secret Water, is farmed innovatively by the Backhouse family.
Shane Hynan Explores Ireland's Peat Bog Tensions
Photographer Shane Hynan's project 'Beofhód' captures the cultural and environmental conflict over Irish peat bogs, which cover up to 17% of the country but have lost over 80% of original peatland.
Alps and Pyrenees Could Be Natural Hydrogen Sources
Research shows the Alps and Pyrenees could host natural hydrogen, a key clean fuel. The Baetic mountains are less promising due to faster uplift.
UK Heatwave: Protecting Landscape and Wildlife in a Hotter World
As heatwaves intensify, Britain's ecosystems are pushed beyond limits. Wildlife Trusts CEO urges action on wetlands, assisted migration, and nature resilience.
Bird Flu Hits South Australia, Third H5N1 Case Confirmed
A giant petrel tested positive for H5N1 bird flu in South Australia, marking the third case in Australia. A suspected fourth case in Western Australia is under investigation.
Paris heatwave strategy: alcohol bans, cool islands, lessons for Europe
Paris implements alcohol bans, cool islands, and 24-hour parks during red heatwave alert. France's four-level system, adopted after 2003's deadly heatwave, offers a model for Europe.
UK Heatwave: Red Extreme Heat Warning, 40°C Expected
The UK faces its hottest June on record as a rare red extreme heat warning comes into force, with temperatures potentially reaching 40°C. Hundreds of schools close, transport disrupted, and hosepipe bans imposed.
Folkestone's Sunny Sands named Kent's best beach
Folkestone's Sunny Sands has been named Kent's finest beach by Time Out, just 52 minutes from London by train, as a heatwave hits the South East.
Europe Battles Record-Breaking Heat: New Normal?
Europe faces a debilitating heatwave with school closures, train cancellations, and emergency meetings after heat-related deaths. UN chief urges action on fossil fuels.
Deadly heatwave grips Europe, UN urges fossil fuel action
Europe faces a deadly heatwave with school closures, train cancellations, and heat-related deaths. UN chief Guterres urges global action on fossil fuels as temperatures hit records.
29,000 lightning strikes hit UK during heatwave storm
The UK recorded 29,074 lightning strikes in 24 hours as a thunderstorm swept southern England during a record-breaking June heatwave, with temperatures potentially reaching 39C on Thursday.
UK's Extreme Heat Adaptation Plans Dangerously Lagging
Record-breaking UK heat wave highlights lack of preparedness; Climate Change Committee warns adaptation plans lag behind, urging £11bn annual spending.
Tornado Devastates Illinois, Killing 3
A powerful tornado struck central Illinois, killing at least 3 people and destroying dozens of homes, according to officials.
Taiwan's giant trees face climate crisis threat
A study of Taiwan's ancient giant trees reveals they are increasingly vulnerable to extreme weather from the climate crisis, with the 'Heaven Sword of the Daan River' at risk.
Extreme Heat: Is the UK Becoming a 40°C Country?
The UK faces rising extreme heat risks, with 40°C days becoming more likely due to climate change, experts warn in a new podcast.
Birds of a Feather in a Noisy Argument
A country diary entry describes a noisy argument among birds, highlighting the impact of environmental noise on avian communication and behavior.
Iran conflict could push oil to $100, hitting SE Asia
A potential war with Iran could send oil prices above $100 a barrel, severely impacting Southeast Asian economies already weakened by El Niño, experts warn.
1976 heatwave now 'new normal' in UK climate crisis
The extreme heat that defined the 1976 UK heatwave is now the new normal due to climate change, with average summer temperatures rising by 1.5°C since then, according to the Met Office.
Australia Continues Paraquat Use Despite Ban Calls
Australia has rejected a ban on the herbicide paraquat, citing insufficient evidence of health risks, despite international restrictions and scientific concerns.
Miliband: UK must stick to net zero for jobs and growth
Ed Miliband has said the UK must maintain its net zero commitments to drive economic growth and create jobs, warning that abandoning targets would harm investment.
Houston warehouse fire sends massive smoke plume
A massive fire at a Houston warehouse sent a huge plume of smoke across the city on June 23, 2026, with firefighters battling the blaze and authorities urging residents to stay indoors.
Houseplant gravel hack: does it improve drainage?
Gravel at the bottom of plant pots may not improve drainage as commonly believed; experts explain why this myth persists and offer better solutions.
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