Lake Powell hits record low, deepening Colorado River crisis
Lake Powell's water level has dropped to a record low, intensifying concerns over the Colorado River's ability to supply water and power to the region.
Environment & Ecology
Belgian Farmers Join Firefighters in Battle Against High Fens Wildfire
Farmers and firefighters are battling a large wildfire in Belgium's High Fens, forcing evacuations amid severe drought.
Hungary races to build Danube barrier to save Paks nuclear plant
Hungary is building a riverbed sill and sinking barges in the Danube to keep the Paks nuclear plant's cooling pumps operational amid record drought.
UK announces £65 million package for drought-hit farmers
UK PM Burnham authorises £65 million in extra funding for farmers amid record drought and a poor cereal harvest.
Rhine at Record Low as Heatwave Forces Cargo Onto Land Routes
Rhine water levels at Kaub fell to 6 cm, a record low, forcing most transport onto land amid Europe's heatwave.
Historic Airlift to Move 30 Big Cats From Argentina to Sanctuaries Abroad
Four Paws is relocating 30 big cats from a former Argentine zoo to sanctuaries in South Africa and the US in its largest-ever rescue mission.
Romania PM urges energy overhaul as drought forces second reactor shutdown
Romania's PM calls for serious energy investment after drought forces a second Cernavodă reactor shutdown.
Paris heatwave drives workers and tourists into city parks for shade
Parisians and visitors flock to parks as a fifth heatwave pushes temperatures to 39°C, seeking shade and relief.
UK Prime Minister Burnham Unveils New Wildfire Response Measures
UK PM Andy Burnham outlines new measures to tackle wildfires as crews respond to multiple fires during a severe heatwave.
Peru Navy Raids Illegal Gold Mines as Amazon Destruction Spreads
Peruvian forces intensify raids on illegal gold mines in the Amazon, destroying equipment to halt deforestation and mercury contamination.
Croatian PM Praises Firefighters as Wildfire Forces Mass Evacuation of Omis
A wildfire near Omis, Croatia, killed one, hospitalized 14, and forced over 1,200 people into sports halls.
Hungary to Sink Barges in Danube to Keep Paks Nuclear Plant Cooled
Hungary will sink two barges in the Danube to raise water levels and maintain cooling at the Paks nuclear plant, which is running at reduced capacity.
Wildfires Force Mass Evacuations Across Croatia, Greece and France
Wildfires in Croatia, Greece, France and England force mass evacuations, injuring dozens, as Europe faces extreme fire conditions.
US Heat Wave: 97 Million Under Advisories as Schools Reopen
A late-summer heat wave affects 97 million Americans, with dangerous temperatures forecast through Wednesday and schools taking precautions.
EU maize harvest set for multi-decade low as drought hits France and Germany
Persistent drought and heat across Europe could push the EU maize harvest to its lowest in decades, with France facing its smallest crop since 1976.
Zhejiang Mudslide Kills One as Typhoon Remnants Lash Eastern China
A mudslide in Zhejiang killed one and left three missing. Typhoon Dolphin's remnants are set to bring more rain to eastern and southern China.
New Wildfire Forces Evacuation of 525 in Southwest France
A new wildfire in France's Landes region forced 525 evacuations and has burned 1,100 hectares, officials said Friday.
South Africa's Top Court Halts Shell Exploration Off Wild Coast
South Africa's Constitutional Court ruled Shell cannot explore for oil off the Wild Coast, ending a long legal fight.
Romania's Q2 GDP Shrinks Less Than Feared, But Risks Mount
Romania's economy contracted 0.4% year-on-year in Q2, beating forecasts, but drought and political instability threaten H2 growth.
Europe Scorches Under Record Heat as Wildfires Rage in France and England
Record heat across Europe has ignited multiple wildfires in France and England, forcing evacuations and destroying homes.