Texas Wildfire Forces Evacuations as Blaze Races Through Ranchland
A fast-growing wildfire in rural north central Texas has forced evacuations, destroyed structures, and closed schools.
Environment & Ecology
French sugar beet harvest set to fall over 20% after drought and heat
French sugar beet harvest expected to be over 20% below the five-year average due to severe drought, heat, pests and disease.
Centre Moves to Ban Carbosulfan Insecticide Citing Health and Environmental Risks
The agriculture ministry has proposed a complete ban on Carbosulfan, citing toxicity risks to humans and the environment.
Global ocean surface temperature hits new all-time high, EU monitor says
EU's Copernicus Climate Change Service reports global daily sea surface temperature hit a record 21.1°C on Aug 22, 2026.
South Sumatra turns to prayer as wildfires choke Indonesian province
Thousands in South Sumatra prayed for rain as wildfires and haze disrupt life. Authorities battle fires with cloud seeding and arrests.
South Sumatra turns to prayer as wildfires blanket province in toxic haze
About 3,000 residents in Palembang joined a special rain prayer as South Sumatra battles the nation's worst wildfire outbreak, with thick smoke disrupting daily life.
Nevada challenges federal Colorado River water cut plan in court
Nevada filed a federal lawsuit against the Trump administration's Colorado River management plan, which imposes steep water cuts on lower-basin states from 2027.
Bordeaux's Earliest Harvest on Record as Heat and Drought Cut Wine Output
Extreme heat and drought in Bordeaux have triggered the earliest harvest on record, with yields down about 20% and production at a 40-year low.
Alaska court dismisses environmental challenge to offshore drilling order
A federal judge in Alaska dismissed a lawsuit by environmental groups challenging the Trump administration's move to reopen protected coastal waters to offshore drilling.
Heatwaves push men to ditch suits for shorts from Tokyo to London
Scorching summer heat has prompted men worldwide to wear shorts to work, with retailers and companies adapting to the trend.
Norway's top court to hear appeal in landmark oilfield climate case
Norway's government asks the Supreme Court to overturn rulings that invalidated oilfield permits over climate impact concerns.
Baltic Cyclone Kills Two, Cuts Power to Half a Million
A powerful cyclone killed two and left hundreds of thousands without power across the Baltic states.
Indonesia Arrests 72 Suspected of Starting Forest Fires as Haze Chokes Borneo
Indonesian police arrested 72 people for allegedly starting forest fires. Water-bombing continues as haze reduces visibility to 1-10 meters in parts of Borneo.
China, Arab States Unveil Five-Year Plan to Combat Desertification at UNCCD COP17
China and Arab countries have agreed on a five-year action plan to tackle drought, desertification, and land degradation, announced at UNCCD COP17 in Mongolia.
Paks nuclear plant races back to full output after Danube drought scare
Hungary's Paks nuclear plant restarted reactor 3 and may reach full 2,000 MW capacity by Wednesday after a drought-driven output cut.
Australia Reports First H5N1 Case in Mammal as Fur Seal Found Dead
Australia confirmed its first H5N1 bird flu case in a mammal after a fur seal was found dead in South Australia.
Rhine at Record Low as Heatwave Disrupts German Industry
Record-low Rhine water levels, driven by heat and drought, are disrupting German cargo shipping and threatening industrial output.
Wildfire Forces Evacuations, Road Closures on Bosnia-Croatia Border
A fast-moving wildfire near the Bosnia-Croatia border has closed a key highway, forced village evacuations, and disrupted holiday travel.
Colorado River crisis: Federal plan mandates steep cuts for three states
Federal officials announce mandatory water cuts for Arizona, California, and Nevada as the Colorado River's reservoirs reach historic lows.
US finalizes Colorado River water cuts for lower basin states
US finalizes Colorado River water cuts for California, Nevada and Arizona, with a 21% reduction planned for 2027-28.