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.
Category : Climate Action
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Climate Change Forces Rethink on Native-Only Planting
As England faces severe drought, horticulturist Richard Eltringham urges adapting planting to new climate realities, moving beyond native-only doctrine.
Met Office: London heatwaves may last into September
The Met Office warns of possible September heatwaves as London faces drought, with Thames Water reporting a 15% drop in water storage in a month.
Residents warned after fourth waste site fire in North London
A fourth fire at a North London waste centre in a year has prompted warnings over lithium-ion battery disposal, with £1m in damage and 100 firefighters deployed.
London Heatwave 6: BBC Forecasts 30C Aug 11-15
BBC predicts London's sixth heatwave from Aug 11-15, with temps up to 30C. Met Office warns of thundery interludes, but no exceptional heat. Thames Water reports 15% drop in storage.
Sustainable Homes: The Quiet Revolution in Green Architecture
Philip Jodidio's new book 'Homes for Our Time' showcases 63 projects redefining sustainable housing, from living roofs to rainwater harvesting, as architects prioritize climate resilience.
London Weather: Heat Stays, No Heatwave as Temps Cool Down
Temperatures in London will stay warm, hovering between 23C and 28C through August 16, but Monday's 33C peak won't be repeated, so no heatwave.
Sánchez: climate emergency kills, Spain must cut causes
Spain's PM Pedro Sánchez warns climate change kills, urging action on causes, as wildfires burn over 180,000 hectares and political denial persists.
UK drought: half of England and all of Wales in drought after heat
Half of England and all of Wales are officially in drought, with July set to be the driest on record, as extreme heat from the climate crisis dries out landscapes and fuels wildfires.
Coalition's 'two Tasmanias' renewables claim debunked
Nationals leader Matt Canavan's claim that renewables need 12m hectares, or 'two Tasmanias', is 'plain wrong', experts say. Net Zero Australia data shows direct footprint is about 500,000 hectares.
Helicopter collision kills 2 as wildfires near Athens
Two firefighting helicopters collided west of Athens, killing two crew members, as gale-force winds fueled wildfires threatening the Greek capital, forcing evacuations and destroying homes.
Heatwave Photos Show London Parks Turned Brown
London's parks, including Hyde Park and Primrose Hill, have turned brown due to the driest July on record, with only 5.6mm of rain in England.
France's 'megafire' forces 200,000 to flee as firefighters battle 'zombie fire'
A massive wildfire in Gironde, France, has consumed 42,000 hectares, forcing 200,000 evacuations. Firefighters now face a 'war of attrition' against smoldering peat and new outbreaks.
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