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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Japan records first 'cruelly hot day' as cities hit 40C
Japan logged its first official kokushobi (cruelly hot day) on Tuesday, with cities like Gujo and Toyota hitting 40C. The term was coined in April to warn of increasingly common extreme heat.
Mars Magma Rivers Suggest Wider Habitability
New research reveals rivers of magma once flowed beneath Mars' crust, suggesting a complex plumbing system that could support life and widen the range of habitable rocky planets.
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Japan records first 'cruelly hot day' as temps top 40C
Japan experiences its first 'cruelly hot day' (kokushobi) as temperatures exceed 40C in Gifu and Aichi prefectures, leading to heatstroke deaths and crop damage.
Tornadoes and Record Flooding Hit US East
Severe storms spawned tornadoes and record flash flooding in Kentucky and West Virginia, trapping dozens and injuring several, with a state of emergency declared.
Australia trains for satellite failure with maps and sextants
Australia's emergency services and military are learning analog navigation techniques like paper maps and sextants to prepare for potential satellite outages from solar flares or attacks.
Arctic Ice Decline Resumes After Record Winter Drop
Arctic sea ice decline slowdown ends; largest winter drop of 5.8% recorded between 2024-2025, researchers confirm.
UK heatwave 2026: Another hot spell coming?
After a record-breaking heatwave, UK temperatures drop. The Met Office says further hot spells are possible in August, but a new heatwave is not guaranteed.
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Utah flash flood kills fire captain, wife and three sons
Five family members, including a Provo fire captain, his wife and their three sons, died in a flash flood while hiking in a Utah canyon on Friday.
Beaver-Style Flood Defences Amid Hosepipe Ban in Norfolk
In drought-stricken Norfolk, leaky dams inspired by beavers are installed for flood defence, costing over £35,000, as climate extremes challenge the landscape.
Skeleton ace Matt Weston slides into climate action
Britain's most successful male Winter Olympian, Matt Weston, joins Protect Our Winters to combat climate threats to snow and ice sports after winning double gold in Milano Cortina.
Rainwater Harvesting Transforms Lives in Mexico City
Thousands of low-income households in Mexico City are using simple rainwater harvesting systems to grow food and access water, reducing scarcity and improving daily life.
Ski resorts hit by July heat records 12C above average
Australian ski resorts in NSW and Victoria shattered July climate records with temperatures up to 12C above average, leaving slopes reliant on snow-making.
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Flash flood warnings and wildfire smoke hit north-east US
Double dose of dangerous weather: smoky skies from Canadian wildfires give way to severe thunderstorms, triggering flash flood warnings in New York City and surrounding areas.
61% of US voters link extreme weather to climate crisis
New Data for Progress poll shows 61% of likely voters believe extreme weather events have become more frequent, with 67% linking heatwaves to climate change, including 48% of Republicans.
Wildfire smoke blankets North America, 109 million affected
Smoke from Canadian wildfires has caused hazardous air quality across 20 US states and Canada, affecting 109 million Americans and millions of Canadians, with officials warning conditions may persist.
US Air Quality Warnings Persist as Wildfire Smoke Lingers
Air quality warnings remain across the US as wildfire smoke from Ontario and Minnesota continues to affect millions, with thunderstorms expected to bring some relief but risks of flash flooding.
Wildfires forcing firefighters to ration resources globally
As climate change fuels more intense wildfires globally, firefighters are forced to make triage decisions, rationing resources between multiple blazes. The crisis is spreading to northern Europe and the UK, with simultaneous fires overwhelming services.
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BoM: El Niño Could Make 2027 Hottest Year
The Bureau of Meteorology forecasts a potentially record-breaking El Niño, with 'mind blowing' climate models predicting 2027 could be the hottest year ever. Meanwhile, domestic violence crisis deepens after four killings in Australia.
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