Will Consumerism Fill Up the Planet? Readers Debate
As consumer capitalism grows, readers question if Earth will run out of space for all the stuff we create, exploring the physical limits of our planet.
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Wildfires Hit Salamis and Belgian High Fens
Wildfires on Salamis and in Belgium's High Fens forced evacuations and burned hundreds of hectares, with helicopters deployed to fight the blazes.
Reform UK Blames Mass Immigration for Hosepipe Ban
Reform UK claims mass immigration caused hosepipe bans affecting millions in England and Wales, urging scrapped water targets and new reservoirs.
Prince William Thanks Firefighters Amid UK Wildfires
Prince William thanked emergency services for battling UK wildfires, expressing condolences for those who lost homes, as 19 homes were destroyed in Stourbridge.
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Khan Warns Burnham: Don't Slow Down on Net Zero
London Mayor Sadiq Khan urges PM Andy Burnham to reassure on net zero, citing heatwaves and wildfires, amid concerns over oil and gas policies and EV target consultations.
London Forecast: Four Days of Rain After Record Heatwave
London is set for four days of rain starting Sunday, August 23, ending a dry spell after the hottest day of the year hit 38.1C in Kew Gardens.
Croydon Retailers Back GPS Tags for Shoplifters
Croydon businesses support a GPS-tagging pilot for persistent shoplifters, citing rising thefts and a lack of faith in police response.
Fossil Study: CO2 Emissions Will Wither Forests, Not Green Planet
Fossil leaf analysis from 56m years ago reveals that high CO2 levels caused forest collapse, countering claims that fossil fuel pollution greens the planet.
UK Records Hottest Day of 2022 as Europe Swelters in Extreme Heat
The UK recorded its hottest day of the year, with temperatures reaching 38.1C in London's Kew Gardens, as a heatwave across Europe triggered wildfires, evacuations, and warnings of worse to come.
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Havering Council scraps climate emergency amid hottest summer
Havering Council, London's only Reform UK council, has cancelled its climate emergency declaration, citing taxpayer costs, as the capital experiences its warmest day ever.
Trump administration pulls support for Arctic Report Card
The Trump administration has withdrawn NOAA support for the Arctic Report Card, an annual climate report, affecting 2026 coordination.
Proposed Florida Datacenter Could Harm Everglades, Experts Warn
A proposed 600MW datacenter in Palm Beach County could increase water temperatures and fuel toxic algal blooms, threatening Everglades restoration, experts warn.
Kites in Parks Signal Childhood Fun Endures Beyond Screens
Seeing kids fly kites again suggests outdoor play persists despite screens, offering hope for simple joys.
UK braces for fifth heatwave as Cobra meeting called
Parts of UK face fifth heatwave with temperatures up to 38C, prompting amber warning and emergency Cobra meeting as wildfires and drought persist.
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Why Europe warms fastest: four key factors
Europe is warming twice as fast as other continents, with temperatures already 2.5C above pre-industrial levels. Key factors include atmospheric changes, Arctic melt, snow loss, and cleaner air.
UK Faces 1.2GW Power Shortfall During Solar Eclipse
Britain's grid operator forecasts a 1.2GW shortfall Wednesday 6-8pm as solar eclipse cuts generation during heatwave, prompting rare summer market notice.
UK Drought Predicted Decades Ago, Water Firms Blamed
Water companies in southern England ignored 1998 Met Office climate forecasts warning of summer drying, failing to build reservoirs, leading to current drought.
Perseid Meteor Shower 2025: Peak Date and Viewing Tips
The Perseid meteor shower peaks on August 12-13, 2025, with up to 100 meteors per hour. Best viewing after midnight in dark skies.
Fossil Fuel Profits and Climate Crisis: Reader Q&A
Guardian reporters answer reader questions on fossil fuel profits and climate crisis, revealing how oil giants' earnings fuel emissions and policy gaps.
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Met Office Issues Rare Amber Heat Warning with Power Cut Threat
The Met Office has issued a rare amber heat warning, citing risks of power cuts and health threats as temperatures could reach 36°C, according to reports.
July 2026 hottest US month on record: Noaa
July 2026 was the hottest month in US history, averaging 3.3F above the 20th-century norm, driven by climate crisis, Noaa data shows.
Duke's farm tackles climate with circular farming
Grosvenor Farms, owned by the Duke of Westminster, produces 34m litres of milk annually despite heatwaves and fertiliser shortages, using circular farming and biomethane.
England drought declared amid heatwave
England officially enters drought status after prolonged heatwave and low rainfall, prompting water use restrictions and urgent calls for conservation.
Met Office mulls rare heat warning as 36°C looms
The Met Office is considering issuing rare amber or red extreme heat warnings as temperatures could hit 36°C, with drought conditions affecting half of England and all of Wales.
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Gatwick Runway Expansion Called Dangerous Mistake
Roger Haydon argues Gatwick's second runway is a dangerous mistake, citing that aviation is primarily leisure, with 80% of passengers on holiday and a £46.1bn tourism deficit.
India's Green Growth Gamble: State Demand Key
India's ambitious plan to octuple GDP by 2047 while reaching net zero by 2070 requires state-generated demand, not just private finance, as the Guardian argues.
Super El Niño to Bring Wet Winter and Flooding to Western US
A 'super' El Niño, the strongest of the century, is expected to bring above-average rainfall and coastal flooding to the western US, with California facing a 70-100% chance of wetter conditions.
UK braces for fifth heatwave with 36°C highs and yellow alerts
Yellow heat health alerts are in place as the UK faces a fifth heatwave, with temperatures forecast to hit 36°C by Thursday, following two record-breaking heatwaves that caused over 2,800 excess deaths.
UK Heatwave: 27 Counties to Sizzle as Temperatures Hit 36C
The UK braces for its fifth heatwave, with yellow health alerts and temperatures up to 36C expected across 27 counties, according to WXCharts and UKHSA.
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London Heatwave: BBC vs Met Office Forecast Dates
London braces for a heatwave, but BBC Weather and Met Office disagree on start dates: BBC says Aug 12-15 (32C), Met Office says Aug 8-13. Potential rain Aug 18.
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