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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
How to Keep Cool: Heatwave Tips and Government Actions
Tom Greenhill shares tips on keeping homes cool during Europe's record-breaking heatwave, while Ajit Niranjan reports on government responses across the continent.
Australia's bushfire lessons for UK and Europe wildfires
Australia's century of bushfire knowledge is being tested by worsening fires, offering lessons for the UK and Europe amid deadly wildfires linked to climate change.
Thunderstorms and Hail Strike Europe Amid Record Heatwave
Golf ball-sized hail hit French villages as severe thunderstorms swept Europe amid a heatwave. In Bangladesh, monsoon floods killed 53, with Cox's Bazar evacuated.
Climate change driving deadly flash floods across US
Climate change is causing more heavy rain and flash floods in the US, but infrastructure and regulations lag behind, experts say, citing recent deadly floods.
NYC air quality plummets as Canadian wildfire smoke drifts south
Mayor Zohran Mamdani urges precautions as smoke from Canadian wildfires drifts into NYC, causing stinging eyes and hazardous air quality. Temperatures soar above 90°F.
Ribena invests £200,000 to breed hardier blackcurrants
The UK blackcurrant harvest is expected to be 10% below average due to extreme weather. Ribena owner Suntory invests £200,000 with growers to develop resilient bushes.
Wildfire smoke hits 109 million Americans
Canadian wildfire smoke affects 109 million people across US midwest, mid-Atlantic and north-east, with hazardous air quality in Chicago and Detroit.
Seven Greek islands declare drought emergencies
Seven Greek islands in the Aegean Sea have declared drought emergencies, with Astypalaia relying solely on bottled water. The government approved €15 million for desalination and water infrastructure.
Climate change supercharged West Africa floods, scientists find
Global heating made deadly floods in West Africa five times more likely, with 23% more intense rainfall, displacing thousands across Ghana, Togo, and Côte d'Ivoire.
Train crew trapped by flames in Canada wildfire
Video shows train crew near Armstrong, Ontario, engulfed by flames from one of over 100 wildfires. Crew member says 'We're encased in flames now.' Canadian National confirms safe evacuation.
Ontario wildfires: Toronto air quality worst globally
Smoke from over 100 active wildfires in northern Ontario has made Toronto's air quality the worst in the world, with unhealthy air reaching New York and cities across the northeastern US.
World's first community-powered sauna opens in London
A community-powered sauna heated by food waste from a housing estate opens in Poplar, part of a circular urban farming project tackling climate crisis.
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