Australia's climate minister Chris Bowen says the country must prepare for a changing world and can play a bigger role in reducing emissions by switching from fossil fuel exports to renewables.
Environmental campaign group Fighting Dirty is taking legal action against the UK government over proposals that could fast-track chemical hazard classifications from countries with lower standards into UK law.
UK households could save on energy bills by using time-of-use tariffs during late-night World Cup matches, with potential savings of up to £230 annually.
New research in England shows that police-led drug diversion schemes reduce reoffending by a third compared to prosecution, urging wider adoption across forces.
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UK heatwave complicates diabetes management; charity advises frequent blood sugar checks and insulin storage precautions.
Billionaire Stephen Schwarzman stopped from filling lake on UK estate during drought after residents complained to Southern Water.
UN warns 93% of World Cup 2026 matches face extreme heat risks, with climate change blamed for dangerous conditions for players and fans.
Kyoto's cherry blossoms peaked on 26 March, the earliest on record, as experts blame global warming for the shifting bloom times.
No Mow May encourages UK gardeners to let lawns grow wild, boosting pollinators like bees. Since the 1930s, 97% of wildflower meadows have vanished.
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North America's bee swarm season starts 17 days early after record colony losses, raising climate concerns and forcing beekeepers to adapt.
Helen Phillips' novel 'Hum' wins Climate Fiction Prize, depicting a future where AI dominates and nature is a paid luxury.
Cleaning experts reveal that lemon juice is more effective than vinegar for removing limescale. The natural citric acid dissolves deposits gently, leaving a fresh scent.
King Charles III's Venus-inspired garden at Windsor Castle opens to visitors from 16 July to 13 September, featuring geometric floral patterns and enhanced biodiversity.
A University of Oxford study reveals hundreds of cities face extreme heat risk from El Nino, with top tourist destinations like Bangkok most vulnerable. UK cities rank lowest.
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England fans warned of heat stroke and health risks at 2026 World Cup due to climate change, says UN Climate Change.
GB News turned tense as Matt Goodwin and Susan Boniface clashed over St George's flags being taken down. Boniface told Goodwin to 'get back in his box' during the fiery debate.
São Paulo's largest reservoir, Billings, faces severe pollution and climate threats, endangering water supply for millions.
AI-powered WhaleSpotter network launches in San Francisco Bay to alert ships in real time, aiming to reduce whale collisions amid rising deaths.
UK Met Office warns of a potential record-strength Super El Nino, with global impacts including extreme weather, droughts, and floods. UK may see 40°C summers.
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River Wye granted legal rights in UK-first charter, covering entire catchment from Cambrian mountains to Bristol Channel, to combat pollution.
Old English proverb uses oak and ash tree budding to predict UK summer weather: ash first means wet, oak first means dry.
Mental health experts advise creating a safety plan to manage anxiety from extreme weather, including evacuation plans, emergency kits, and community support.
Karachi struggles under extreme heatwave, with temperatures crossing 44C, affecting millions and highlighting the climate crisis.
The Independent's Climate 100 List 2025 honours global environmental leaders, from writers to photographers, amid worsening climate records and events.
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A brush fire in Simi Valley, California, forces evacuations and damages at least one home as it spreads rapidly over 180 acres.
Iowa's water pollution from agriculture ruins summer fun, with algal blooms and bacteria closing beaches and threatening health.
UN warns record hot year almost certain by 2030 as climate crisis intensifies, with El Niño expected to push temperatures higher.
The Met Office predicts temperatures could reach 30C next week, with a potential heatwave. Warmer conditions expected from this weekend after recent rain and wind.
The RSPB has revised its feeding advice for garden birds from May to October to combat trichomonosis, urging gardeners to avoid seeds and peanuts to protect finches.
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Up to 359 Welsh farms still under Chernobyl restrictions 22 years on, with rigorous testing for sheep before entering food chain.
