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“Corporate Greed”: Outraged Gary Locals Take Aim at Utility Over Prolonged Blackout

This story was originally published by Capital B and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. As…

The real cause of most wildfires? People

More than three quarters of all wildfires in the U.S. are caused by human behavior including accidents, negligence and…

Glacier collapse may have caused Nepal floods and parents react to Meta settlement: Morning Rundown

Crews search for survivors after catastrophic flooding along the Nepal-Tibet border.

Scientists blame climate change for Nepal's flash flood - and warn similar events will become 'increasingly common as our climate changes'

While scientists are still studying the exact causes of the disaster, several experts say that climate change is to…

Tourist killed in wildfire was trapped in villa

Is Slate Auto’s new electric truck the EV Americans need?

EVs account for under 10% of total new-vehicle sales in the US, and the numbers are declining. From a climate…

Michael Sheen hopes 'extraordinary' reaction to toxic waste documentary spurs action

Dozens of people contacted BBC Wales following coverage of Sheen's investigation into chemical giant Monsanto.

Climate change leaves its mark on America's largest reservoir

From high in the hills around Las Vegas, tourist Choune Osterero gazes down at the line of chalky mineral deposits left…

How to prepare for wildfires — now and for the future

Wildfires demand action on radically different timelines: during the crisis, before the next fire season and over the…

Climate Change Boosted Risk Of Devastating Nepal Flood: Experts

While the exact cause of Wednesday's disaster is still being analysed, scientists say it probably began with a massive…

Gender equity, DEI, climate action: How the Smithsonian’s woke push ‘infiltrated’ America's most beloved zoo

The Smithsonian National Zoo embraced DEI initiatives, LGBTQ programming and climate change messaging that critics say…

Corpus Christi Withholds Water to Wetlands While Lifting Restrictions on Lawns

Environmental regulators in Texas issued an emergency order on Tuesday evening suspending requirements for the…

As Water Pollution Concerns Grow in Iowa, So Do Fertilizer Industry Profits

As farmers balk at skyrocketing fertilizer costs and runoff threatens drinking water sources in Iowa, North American…

Türkiye says COP31 turns climate commitments into action

Türkiye’s COP31 presidency will focus on turning climate commitments into concrete action, according to Kasım Yenigün,…

Photos: A Deadly Flood Tears Through Nepal and Tibet

An ice avalanche that started high in the Himalayas tumbled thousands of feet, releasing vast amounts of energy that…

Climate change boosted risk of devastating Himalayan flood, experts say

HONG KONG, Aug 27 - Climate change is leading to conditions that can destabilise high-mountain rock and ice,…

Climate change may have primed a Himalayan mountain for catastrophe, experts say

Experts say rising temperatures and melting glaciers probably played a role in the disaster.

Concerns raised over impact of quad bikes on wildlife

A resident of Carnamoyle says quad bike riders in Lisnagra Woods have been impacting local wildlife.

Australia news as it happened: Hanson, Canavan clash at summit; Albanese jeered over renewable energy; Tributes for Tim Curry, Yayoi Kusama

Follow along as we bring you the latest live news updates from Australia and around the world.

Authorities to distribute solar power banks in Nepal's flood-hit regions

Authorities to distribute solar power banks in Nepal's flood-hit regions

'After a summer of heatwaves and fires, awareness remains low and preparedness is virtually nonexistent'

Environmental historian Judith Rainhorn criticizes France's political leaders for their inability to respond to the…

12 Killed, Dozens Injured In Algeria Wildfires

Forest fires occur regularly in northern Algeria during the summer, but climate change is amplifying their impact by…

Moon set to turn red as rare partial lunar eclipse graces UK skies on Friday

The Moon could glow an eerie red in the early hours of Friday but cloud cover may spoil the spectacle for some parts of…

Credit Markets Shrug Off Climate Risk After Brutal Summer

Severe droughts across Europe this summer led to huge wildfires, disrupted transport on critical routes, threatened…

Glaciers in the Alps are on track for record-breaking ice loss

Glacier loss could break the 2022 record after a series of heatwaves this summer, raising the risk of falling river…

How can you see Friday's 'Magical' Blood Moon?

A blood red moon may be visible in the early hours of Friday during a partial lunar eclipse.

Food waste processing is 'worth the extra effort'

Cornwall Council says about 36,000 tonnes of food waste has been recycled over two years.

How to watch the partial lunar eclipse from Northern Ireland

Skygazers may see a partial lunar eclipse early on Friday, as the Moon enters Earth's shadow.

In Malaysia, injured elephant Sulong’s 100km trek home drives logging debate

The lonely journey of a bull elephant trying to return to its jungle home has captured the hearts of Malaysians over…

‘Sad moments ahead’: Kew Gardens to fell rare trees in race to save Victorian greenhouse

Horticulturalists begin moving and propagating plants before the rusty and warped Palm House begins renovation – but…

‘Forever chemicals’ surge during pilot of Thames Water plan to combat drought

Exclusive: utility company wants to draw off tens of millions of litres of water a day from Thames and replace it with…

Weatherwatch: how to protect our railways in hotter summers

Steel rails warping and signalling equipment failing in metal cabinets are among the problems to be solved Tarmac…

Wildfires kill 12 people across several Algerian provinces

TUNIS, Aug 26 (Reuters) - Twelve people were killed in wildfires that swept through several Algerian provinces,…

Twelve dead as over 150 wildfires rage across northeastern Algeria

More than 150 fires spread in a single day across several of Algeria’s provinces, killing at least 12 people.

Parents worry kids will inherit climate impact of coal mine extension

More than 1,500 jobs hang in the balance as the NSW Independent Planning Commission considers extending the life of a…