World’s oceans hit hottest temperature on record in August
Global ocean surface temperatures reached a record high of 21.1 degrees Celsius in August, driven by intensifying human-caused warming and a developing El Niño event.
At least 35,000 excess deaths recorded in Europe’s back-to-back heatwaves
Europe’s consecutive heatwaves this summer have resulted in at least 35,000 excess deaths, with preliminary figures from major countries already exceeding 25,000, according to incomplete regional data.
‘Our parents were crossing the border an hour before the flood hit’
A flash flood and mudslide along the Nepal-Tibet border has killed over 380 people and left more than 1,300 missing, including dozens of North Americans conducting pilgrimages to Mount Kailash.
Michael Sheen hopes reaction to toxic waste documentary spurs action
Actor Michael Sheen says he hopes his documentary on Wales’ toxic waste dumping will prompt authorities to take action, following significant public response from affected residents and former workers.
El Niño climate patterns supercharged by burning of fossil fuels, study finds
A new study finds that fossil fuel-driven global warming is intensifying El Niño climate events, making recent strong episodes like the current “Godzilla” event more severe than historical patterns.
Burnham criticised for EV and North Sea approach amid climate crisis
Prime Minister Burnham faces criticism for proposing cuts to electric vehicle sales targets and accepting North Sea oil drilling while the UK experiences devastating wildfires linked to climate change.