Half of Children Face Multiple Climate Hazards: Unicef
Unicef reports half of children globally face at least three overlapping climate hazards, with footage showing PNG children swimming crocodile-filled rivers to school.
Category : Climate Action
AI and Digitisation Could Help Save Plants from Extinction
A major report from Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew highlights how AI and digitisation are transforming botany, enabling faster identification of species and unlocking genetic data from century-old fungi specimens.
BoM Declares Strong El Niño, Warns of Climate Amplification
The Bureau of Meteorology has declared an El Niño event, warning climate change could amplify its effects on Australia, including increased bushfire risk and coral bleaching.
Arctic Sea Ice Rethickening Experiment Shows Early Success
A geoengineering experiment in the Arctic has successfully thickened sea ice by 50cm, offering hope for refreezing the region and combating climate change.
Lawmakers fight Trump cuts to $386m ocean monitoring program
A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers is urging the National Science Foundation to halt dismantling of the Ocean Observatories Initiative, a $386 million network of over 900 ocean sensors.
Oxfam: Ebola outbreak 'first line of defence' collapsed
Oxfam warns the first line of defence against a rare Ebola outbreak in DRC has collapsed due to lack of clean water, low contact tracing, and US funding cuts.
Race to Protect Shackleton's Endurance from Warming Seas
Conservationists propose Antarctica's first underwater protected area for Shackleton's Endurance wreck, fearing climate change and new wood-eating species could damage the historic ship.
Saharan Heatwave to Push European Temps into Mid-30s
A Saharan heatwave will push temperatures across Europe into the mid-30s Celsius, affecting Germany, Italy, Czechia, and the UK. Australia also sees mild winter.
Backlash as UK plans to weaken EV sales targets
The UK government faces backlash over plans to relax electric vehicle sales targets, sparking concern among manufacturers and environmental groups.
UK Braces for Potential Heatwave: Temperatures Could Hit 28C
The UK may see another heatwave by Thursday with temperatures up to 28C, but thunderstorms and rain are also possible. The Met Office warns of increased heatwave risk this summer.
Climate denial resurges as One Nation rises in polls
One Nation's surge in polls highlights climate denial resurgence, while Australia leads global climate talks. The article critiques political disconnection from climate science and advocates for serious action.
Amoc Collapse Could Change Europe's Climate 10x Faster
Scientists warn that the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (Amoc) collapse could accelerate climate change in Europe tenfold, yet monitoring is underfunded and at risk of discontinuation.
Australia Can Switch to Renewables, Says COP President
Chris Bowen, Australia's climate minister and next COP president, says the country must prepare for a changing world and can play a bigger role in reducing emissions by exporting clean energy.
Trees may store less carbon than hoped, study suggests
A study finds photosynthesis does not always lead to wood growth, reducing forests' carbon storage potential and challenging climate models.
World Cup 2026 Weather: Heat, Storms, and Humidity Risks
Analysis of weather challenges at the 2026 World Cup across 16 cities, including heat, humidity, thunderstorms, and tropical storms affecting players and fans.
Tornadoes Hit Midwest; Heat Wave in Northeast
A series of tornadoes swept through the Midwest, causing widespread damage, while the Northeast faces record-breaking extreme heat, highlighting severe weather contrasts across the US.
Antarctica missing sea ice size of France, temps 20C above avg
Antarctica's west coast lacks an area of winter sea ice the size of France, with temperatures peaking 20C above average, raising concerns for penguins, marine life, and sea levels.
Global Summit Pledges 30% Methane Cut by 2030
World leaders at the Global Methane Summit have pledged to reduce methane emissions by 30% by 2030, aiming to combat climate change and improve air quality.
El Niño Begins: Scientists Warn of 'Super El Niño'
El Niño has officially begun, with US scientists warning it could become a 'super El Niño,' bringing unprecedented heat and extreme weather to the UK and globally.
London urged to adopt Dutch-style zero emission zones for vans
Campaign groups call on Mayor Sadiq Khan to introduce zero emission zones for commercial vehicles, following the Netherlands' model, as diesel van numbers soar.
World Naked Bike Ride Returns to London June 14
Over 1,000 cyclists will ride naked through London on June 14, 2026, to protest oil dependency, promote cycling rights, and celebrate body freedom.
EU Bottle Cap Regulation: No Laughing Matter
Letters respond to EU plastic bottle cap law, heatwave profiteering, times tables tips, and picture book art. Readers share views on regulation and more.
Noctilucent Clouds: Summer's Night-Shining Mystery
Noctilucent clouds, the highest clouds on Earth, appear in summer with an electric-blue glow. First spotted in 1885, their origin may involve volcanoes, pollution, or climate change.
2025 Wildfires Hit Rich Areas Hard as Global Burn Area Falls
A study reveals that 2025 wildfires caused catastrophic damage in California, Canada, Europe, and South Korea, despite global burned area being second-lowest since 2002.
Readers Defend 15-Minute Cities Against Scaremongering
Metro readers argue that 15-minute cities are beneficial, not restrictive, and criticize conspiracy theories. Also, debates on Dubai, Trump, and climate change.
Deadly May Heatwave Shatters Records Across Europe
A deadly May heatwave has shattered temperature records across Europe, with extreme heat linked to dozens of deaths. Weather tracker data shows unprecedented temperatures.
Guardian Wins Emmy for Along the Green Line
The Guardian's documentary 'Along the Green Line' has won an Emmy Award, highlighting the impact of sustainable urban development.
250th Edition: Assessing Climate Progress
In its 250th edition, we evaluate the current state of the fight against climate change, examining achievements and setbacks worldwide.
New Jersey Ice Protest Over Environmental Policies
Activists in New Jersey held an ice protest demanding stronger environmental policies, highlighting climate change concerns and government inaction.
Global Heating Makes Hajj More Dangerous
Global heating has altered Mecca's climate, exposing pilgrims to extreme heat even in May. Without cutting fossil fuels, dangerous conditions will persist.
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