TV writers foresee future crises better than politicians
BBC's The Rapture and Apple's Criminal Record show TV's foresight on climate and far-right unrest, outpacing political denial of looming crises.
Category : Climate Action
UK Braces for Fourth Heatwave; Fire Chiefs Issue Appeal
Temperatures up to 35C forecast, triggering heat health alerts and appeals to take care in parks and rural areas as July sees just 1% of average rainfall in southern England.
Wildfires rage in France and Spain as heatwave looms
Firefighters in France and Spain battle wildfires that have forced hundreds of thousands to evacuate, with another heatwave expected this week. French authorities call the Gironde fire 'completely exceptional'.
Cairngorms wildfire may take months to extinguish
Cairngorms national park's worst wildfire has burned for 12 days, damaging rare Caledonian pinewood forest. Damage could take decades to repair, with 75+ firefighters still at scene.
France and Spain race to contain wildfires before heatwave
Firefighters in France and Spain are racing to bring huge wildfires under control before another heatwave this week, with officials calling the coming days 'absolutely critical.'
France and Spain Race to Contain Wildfires as Heatwave Looms
Firefighters in France and Spain battle wildfires that have forced hundreds of thousands to evacuate, with a new heatwave expected. Over 116,000 hectares have burned in France this year, compared to 70,000 in all of last year.
Ben Jennings cartoon on Southern Europe wildfires
A cartoon by Ben Jennings highlights the devastating wildfires in Southern Europe, linking them to climate change and inadequate political response.
UK heatwave: wildfire risk lower than France, experts say
As a fourth heatwave approaches, experts explain why UK wildfires are unlikely to match the scale of blazes in France and Spain, despite dry conditions and resource strains.
US heatwave: 40 million under warnings as temperatures soar
At least 40 million people in the US are under extreme heat warnings as a heat dome drives temperatures above 100F across central and southern states.
Australia EV Sales Surge Amid Fuel Crisis
Electric vehicle sales in Australia hit a record 12% of new car sales in June 2026, driven by soaring fuel prices and new government incentives, according to the Electric Vehicle Council.
Fire clouds: how pyrocumulonimbus worsen Europe's wildfires
Pyrocumulonimbus, or 'fire clouds', are thunderstorm-like formations generated by wildfires that can create dangerous winds and lightning, worsening blazes. Experts warn they may become more common in Europe due to climate change.
Why Europe's Wildfires Are So Fierce and Difficult to Stop
Drought, record heatwaves, and unpredictable winds explain why wildfires in France and Spain are so fierce and hard to control, with threat persisting into August.
Typhoon Noul flooding hits southern China
Typhoon Noul has caused widespread flooding in southern China, displacing thousands and damaging infrastructure, with rescue operations underway.
Burnham climate pledge: ban new North Sea oil drilling
Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham pledges to ban new North Sea oil drilling if reelected, aiming for net-zero by 2038 and creating 50,000 green jobs.
Wildfires 9 miles from Bordeaux; next 24 hours crucial
Huge wildfires raging across France are now only nine miles from Bordeaux. President Macron has called an emergency cabinet meeting as officials warn the next 24 hours will be critical.
London heatwave to be hotter than forecast; more expected in August
London's heatwave this week will peak at 33C on Wednesday, hotter than initially forecast. Experts warn of more heatwaves in August as climate change raises thresholds.
80,000 flee wildfires in France and Spain, some by boat
Over 80,000 people evacuated from wildfires in France and Spain; some fled by boat from Cap Ferret peninsula. EU reinforcements deployed as climate change intensifies fires.
Climate crisis makes Europe's drought 80 times more likely
Extreme heat supercharged by the climate crisis is sucking Europe dry, making drought conditions 80 times more likely in western Europe and 40 times more likely in eastern Europe, according to a new analysis.
Arctic shipping boosts cloud formation, accelerating warming
Increased Arctic shipping, up 40% in 12 years, releases aerosols that seed clouds, trapping heat and potentially accelerating climate change, new research finds.
Guatemala's green islands buck deforestation trend
In Guatemala's Maya Biosphere Reserve, community forestry concessions achieve near-zero deforestation while increasing forest cover, proving that local stewardship protects nature.
Space datacenters 'catastrophic' for planet, experts warn
Proposed orbital datacenters from SpaceX, Blue Origin, and others could release staggering pollution, alter Earth's atmosphere, and violate federal law, a new petition to the FCC warns.
El Niño Summer Looms: Australia's Climate Complacency
As El Niño approaches, Australia faces record heat. Experts warn of complacency amid political distractions. Guardian Australia's Donna Lu discusses risks and lessons from Europe's wildfires.
West Virginia flooding: state of emergency declared
Torrential rains caused flash flooding in West Virginia, prompting a state of emergency for all 55 counties; no deaths reported.
Drought declared in parts of Wales as July driest in nearly 200 years
Drought declared in north Wales and Upper Severn after record-low river flows and wildfires; July on course to be driest in nearly 200 years.
Thousands flee wildfires in France as heatwave grips Europe
Nearly 20,000 people evacuated in France as a wildfire rages near Bordeaux; temperatures hit 44.7C in Spain; marine heatwave affects 80% of Mediterranean.
Thousands evacuated in south of France wildfire
A massive wildfire has forced thousands to flee the Arcachon Bay area, engulfing over 3,400 hectares of forest and threatening the Cap Ferret peninsula.
Havering Council scraps climate emergency declaration
Reform-led Havering Council votes to rescind its climate emergency declaration, citing cost savings and practical decision-making, despite record-breaking heat and opposition.
Super El Niño could bring freezing UK winter (23.07.2026)
A 'super El Niño' could plunge the UK into a freezing and wet winter after baking the rest of the world, experts warn. The pattern may cause extreme weather globally.
Global wildfires rage as climate crisis intensifies
Wildfires are burning simultaneously across the globe, from Canada to Europe, due to the climate crisis. The Guardian Weekly explores the new normal and the impossible decisions facing fire crews.
Cartoon: Nicola Jennings on drought-hit Britain
Cartoonist Nicola Jennings illustrates the stark reality of drought conditions across Britain, highlighting water scarcity and its impact on daily life.
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