‘It’s too fast, too big’: speed of climate crisis is devastating crops, say farmers Drought and extreme heat are killing plants, driving up prices while also making some farms economically unviable The Guardian - UK · Jul 31
Modder der8auer builds 110cm 3D-printed chimney to passively cool Ryzen 7 9800X3D without fans, cuts temps by 19C — radically simple PC mod uses the 'stack effect' What if instead of relying on mechanical pressure generated by fans, you could just passively cool your PC using natural convection? That's what der8auer managed to pull off in his new experiment using the stack effect that targets a similar pressure differential but achieves it without any fans. Tom’s Hardware · Jul 31
In 1915, San Diego agreed to pay a rainmaker $10,000 if he filled a drought-hit reservoir; weeks later, heavy rain and floods fuelled debate over his claims San Diego sought rain during a drought in the early twentieth century. Charles Hatfield offered a unique solution using a secret chemical mixture. Heavy rains followed his apparatus setup near Morena Reservoir. Flooding occurred, and the Lower Otay Dam failed, causing widespread destruction. Officials refused payment, citing unmet conditions and… The Times of India · Jul 31
Where you live could decide how well you breathe, French study finds Repeated heatwaves in France are taking a toll on people's lungs, doctors say, with young patients with no prior respiratory issues increasingly being admitted to hospital, a leading pulmonologist has told RFI. Radio France Internationale · Jul 31
‘We can’t make it better again’: what Europe’s wildfires tell us about the climate crisis In this week’s newsletter: As France and Spain battle huge fires in this summer of relentless heat, will it be enough to spur us to take action? The Guardian - UK · Jul 31
UK Heatwave Deaths Near 3,000 as 'Heat Dome' Fuels Deadliest Summer in Years England may see its highest heat-related deaths this summer, with nearly 2,900 fatalities during early heatwaves. Officials warn of increased health risks as temperatures continue to rise. International Business Times UK · Jul 31
Weather forecast for July 31, 2026: Check IMD rain alerts for Delhi, Gujarat, Kerala and more Heavy rainfall is expected across large parts of India on Friday. Active monsoon conditions will persist over north, central, east, and southern regions. Several states are likely to witness heavy to very heavy rainfall. Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds have also been forecast. Intense monsoon activity will continue… The Economic Times · Jul 31
Gujarat weather today, July 31: Red alert in Vadodara, Ahmedabad; check Jamnagar, Gandhinagar forecast Gujarat Weather Today, July 31, 2026: Gujarat anticipates widespread heavy to very heavy rainfall on Friday and Saturday. A deep depression is moving westward towards the state, bringing intense weather activity. Several districts are under red alert for exceptionally heavy rainfall, with others facing an orange alert. This forecast follows… The Economic Times · Jul 31
Delhi-NCR Weather Today, July 31, 2026: Rain or clouds? Check Delhi, Noida, Gurugram and Ghaziabad Delhi-NCR Weather Today, July 31, 2026: Delhi-NCR anticipates mixed weather with cloudy skies and light rain on Friday. Temperatures will largely remain in the mid-30s across the region. Noida and Ghaziabad may experience partly cloudy conditions with moderate winds. Faridabad expects cloudy skies and possible thundershowers throughout the day. Stable… The Economic Times · Jul 31
Londoners rejoice as first rain in weeks falls in capital London has seen its first rain in weeks after a series of heatwaves and as the city is officially in drought Evening Standard · Jul 30
Cooling Centers Run on Rules That Differ by County, and the Real Gap Is Closing Time Cooling center rules vary by county, with no national standard. Most close in the evening, leaving the overnight hours that matter most uncovered. Medical Daily · Jul 30
Farm Crews in the Imperial and Yuma Valleys Face Extreme Heat Through Sunday An Extreme Heat Warning covers the Imperial and Yuma valleys through August 2. What outdoor crews should know about water, shade, and warning signs. Medical Daily · Jul 30
School holiday tomorrow, July 31: Will schools remain closed as IMD issues heavy rainfall alerts for several states? School holiday tomorrow, July 31: Active monsoon conditions are causing concern for students and parents regarding school closures. The India Meteorological Department forecasts heavy rainfall across many Indian states. District administrations will decide on local holidays based on weather and safety. Punjab has a pre-announced holiday on July 31 for… The Economic Times · Jul 30
Severe Rainfall Alert: Heavy rain forecast in many states including Rajasthan, UP, Maharashtra, Delhi-NCR, Odisha, Gujarat, Hyderabad and more Heavy to very heavy rainfall is forecast across India from July 30 to August 1. Active monsoon conditions will bring intense showers and thunderstorms to many regions. Northern and central states, including Delhi, will experience significant rainfall activity. Eastern, northeastern, western, and southern parts of the country are also on… The Economic Times · Jul 30
Windows Central · Jul 30 I'm getting desperate to cool my gaming room in this heat, and this DIY "PC chimney" solution could be a genius solution A clever Redditor managed to craft a DIY chimney to vent heat out of their PC to play video games without melting during heat waves. It's a crude method, but I'm tempted to try it because I'm sick of being too hot to play games during the summer.
The Guardian - UK · Jul 30 England on track for record heat-related deaths this summer, official data shows UKHSA estimates 2,877 fatalities during heatwaves in May and June, almost twice that recorded in 2025 season
International Business Times UK · Jul 30 England Droughts Declared After Rainfall Falls to Just 7% of Normal in July England is experiencing a severe drought after the driest July on record, leading to water restrictions and concerns over farming and food supplies.
The Economic Times · Jul 30 Concern for farmers in Uttar Pradesh over 25% less than normal rain in monsoon Uttar Pradesh has received twenty-five percent less rainfall than normal this monsoon season. This deficit is significantly impacting soil moisture and sowing conditions across the state. Eastern Uttar Pradesh has experienced a more pronounced rainfall shortage, affecting many districts. However, the weather department forecasts a revival of monsoon activity in…
The Guardian - UK · Jul 30 A rain festival with no rain: the Indian farmers bracing for a ‘super’ El Niño as monsoon arrives late Raja is normally a celebration of the start of the monsoon, but in the eastern state of Odisha, the rains came so late the seeds were sown under clear skies
The Economic Times · Jul 30 Hyderabad weather today: Will the city see heavy rain as IMD issues alert for 16 Telangana districts? Weather Hyderabad Today July 30: Hyderabad experiences heavy rainfall and thunderstorms after recent downpours. The Met Centre issued a red alert for sixteen districts across Telangana. Hyderabad city faces an orange alert with moderate rain and strong winds expected. Authorities advise avoiding travel and taking precautions due to waterlogging. Rainfall…
The Economic Times · Jul 30 Mumbai weather today: Rain returns after brief break, IMD issues red, orange and yellow alerts across Maharashtra Mumbai weather today: Mumbai and nearby areas anticipate fresh rainfall starting Thursday, July 30. The India Meteorological Department issued yellow alerts for Mumbai and Thane. Palghar district faces an orange alert for Friday with heavy rainfall expected. A deep depression system over Odisha has triggered this monsoon revival. Maharashtra districts…
The Economic Times · Jul 30 Weather updates today, July 30, 2026: Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and more. Is your city set for a weather change? Delhi anticipates the highest temperatures reaching 38 degrees Celsius on Thursday. Mumbai and Pune are expected to experience comparatively cooler weather conditions. Several cities will see temperature fluctuations throughout the coming week. Forecasts indicate varying maximum temperatures across these major urban centers. Weather patterns will differ significantly from north to…
The Economic Times · Jul 30 Delhi-NCR weather today, July 30 2026: Is heavy rain headed for Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad and Faridabad? Delhi-NCR weather today, July 30 2026: Delhi-NCR anticipates generally cloudy skies with rain and thunderstorms on Thursday. Delhi expects moderate rainfall and lightning throughout the day. Gurugram and Faridabad may experience very heavy to extremely heavy rainfall spells. Noida and Ghaziabad are forecast to have warm daytime temperatures. Humidity levels…
France 24 · Jul 30 Spain eases evacuations as France battles fresh wildfires amid new heatwave Thousands of evacuees were allowed to return home in Spain after firefighters gained ground against some of the country's worst blazes in decades, but soaring temperatures and new outbreaks in France underscored the broader wildfire emergency unfolding across southern Europe.
Medical Daily · Jul 29 Florida Heat Indices Reach 115 as Warnings Cover Most of the State, and Two Age Groups Cannot Cool Themselves Extreme heat warnings cover most of Florida, with heat indices reaching 115. What caregivers of seniors and young children should do now.