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The 13 biggest myths about heatwaves – and how to bust them

With some still unable to accept humanity’s role in climate chaos, we tackle common misconceptions and deceptions

The Guardian - UK

Not a risk worth taking: Solar geoengineering could put India's monsoon at risk

Global heatwaves prompt discussions on solar radiation modification technologies. This approach involves significant logistical challenges and potential ecological risks. SRM does not address root causes of climate change and may weaken emission reduction incentives. Its impacts on rainfall and monsoons create considerable scientific uncertainty and geopolitical risks. Developing nations and…

The Economic Times

Brazil’s highland forest has been shaped by climate change and Indigenous people for 6,000 years

When you think of a South American rainforest, you probably don’t imagine biting winds, heavy frosts and freezing temperatures. But in the mountains of southern Brazil, that’s exactly what you can find. On this highland plateau, far from Amazonia in the country’s coldest region, grows one of the world’s most…

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Britain's trees are now shedding giant branches to survive heatwaves, and scientists warn that up to half of Kew's trees could be vulnerable by 2090

British summers now see large branches falling from trees due to climate change. This summer branch drop is a stress response to conserve vital moisture. The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, lost over 400 trees during the 2022 heatwave. Hot droughts and dry soil stress trees, potentially causing fatal embolisms. Future…

The Times of India

Sweeping victory for Europe as 15 nations top climate scoreboard – see the full list

Europe has come top in the latest Environmental Performance Index, partly due to the boom in renewables. But experts warn that more progress is needed.

Euronews

From AI to greenlash: How is climate disinformation evolving?

Experts say climate disinformation is evolving to increasingly focus on picking apart green policies. In the background, other developments include a surge in AI-generated content of natural disasters.

Euronews

Wildfires across Europe have killed hundreds over the last decade. It’s only getting worse

Scientists warn that the climate crisis is exacerbating the frequency and intensity of heat and dryness

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We know how to mourn other humans – but what about ecological grief?

In Iceland, people commemorated its first glacier formally declared lost to climate change. Western culture needs more of these rituals

The Guardian - US

Revealed: How Trump’s views have forced UN agencies to change how they address the climate crisis

SPECIAL REPORT: UN agencies are softening language on climate change, irrespective of soaring climate impacts the world over, Nick Ferris reports

The Independent UK

How El Niño and climate change are reshaping India's monsoon

El Niño explained: The southwest monsoon has regained strength across India after a weak start. Multiple weather systems are now actively influencing the country's rainfall patterns. Climate change is making India's rainfall more erratic and extreme. Longer dry spells are now interrupted by very heavy rain events. Adapting to these…

The Economic Times

France must speed up climate action, as watchdog warns current efforts fall short

France is not prepared for the pace and scale of climate change, the country’s climate watchdog has warned in a report that calls for a significant acceleration of both emission reduction efforts and adaptation policies, as the country faces its third heatwave since May.

Radio France Internationale

Climate change pushing wading bird to brink in UK as numbers fall 89% – experts

The dotterel, which breeds in mountain habitats, could be the first bird species lost to climate change in the UK.

Evening Standard

Trump taps global warming critic to reopen nation’s climate change office: ‘Professor in exile’

‘The science is not settled on climate change,’ he wrote on X in 2023

The Independent UK

Michigan's Cyclospora Surge Follows a Year of Cuts to US Parasitic Disease Programmes Under Musk and RFK Jr

Michigan reports nearly 1,000 Cyclospora infections, marking the largest outbreak in state history. Experts link the rise to climate change and health programme cuts, complicating containment efforts.

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Why Do People in Uttarakhand Grow Harela Every Year?

Have you ever wondered why, every year, thousands of families in Uttarakhand carefully plant a handful of seeds inside their homes? They water them every day, watch them sprout into fresh green shoots and then treat them with the same respect as a blessing. At first glance, it may seem…

The Economic Times

Scientists thought the world's tallest trees would be the first to die in drought; New study reveals astonishing survival secret hidden inside their trunks

A new study has revealed that giant dipterocarp trees have evolved highly efficient water transport systems that help them move water through their towering trunks. Researchers found that these specialised hydraulic adaptations enable the trees to cope with the challenges of extreme height. The study also showed that taller trees…

Euronews

Western Europe recorded hottest June as heatwaves surge, EU's climate monitor says

Global temperatures in June were 1.39C above the estimated pre-industrial average, a period covering 1850-1900, according to Copernicus.

The Times of India

Britain's sandy beaches are vanishing faster as storms intensify, but researchers say a network of offshore breakwaters could buy coastlines precious decades by slowing erosion

Britain's coastlines face increasing erosion from storms and climate change. Thorpeness in Suffolk is developing long-term plans for coastal protection measures. Offshore breakwaters absorb wave energy, reducing erosion and maintaining beaches. These defenses require careful planning due to local conditions and potential impacts. Coastal towns are adapting to changing shorelines…

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Heatwaves: why British trees are shedding branches and dying

If you visit the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew, on the edge of London, you will see a brightly painted skeleton of a dead oak tree. The tree, known as the climate changed oak, succumbed in the heatwave of 2022. Instead of removing it, Kew left it in place as…

The Economic Times

Why Mumbai still floods despite upgraded infrastructure; and why even light rain disrupts the city

Mumbai recorded exceptionally high rainfall, exceeding normal monsoon levels significantly. This extreme weather event surpassed annual averages of many major Indian cities. Climate change is increasingly reshaping rainfall patterns across the country. Urban development has reduced natural water absorption, worsening flooding issues. Blocked drains and infrastructure limits further contribute to…

The Economic Times

Western Europe logs hottest June on record as climate change fuels harsher heatwaves

Western Europe recorded its hottest June ever as a severe heatwave gripped the continent. This extreme weather event followed an early spring hot spell and another record heatwave. Global temperatures also reached high levels, with oceans experiencing their warmest June. Thousands of deaths were linked to the punishing heatwave across…

The Economic Times

NASA satellite study finds Earth's mangrove forests are making an unexpected comeback after decades of decline. But scientists warn the good news may not last forever

Global mangrove forests have shown a net increase between 2000 and 2020 due to restoration efforts and conservation policies. These vital coastal ecosystems protect communities and fight climate change by storing blue carbon. However, rising sea levels caused by climate change pose a significant long-term threat, according to scientists.

The Times of India

Temperatures set to peak at 36C during UK heatwave, health warnings issued

The United Kingdom faces its third heatwave of 2026 with temperatures soaring. Health authorities have issued alerts as hospitals experience sustained pressure from the heat. Vulnerable communities and older people are at increased risk of illness and death. People are advised to drink water and stay cool during the hottest…

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Is Global Warming Melting the Amarnath Ice Shivling?

The early melting of the Amarnath Ice Shivling has once again drawn attention to changing weather patterns in the Himalayas. While rising temperatures, reduced snowfall, and heatwaves may have contributed to the rapid melting, experts caution that no single factor can fully explain the event. Understanding how the Shivling naturally…

Radio France Internationale

Western Europe records hottest ever June as climate change drives heatwaves

Western Europe experienced its warmest June on record, as a heatwave at the end of the month in many countries broke temperature records. The confirmation from the European Union’s climate monitor comes as many countries are facing a third heatwave this week since May.

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