Somalia's chronic drought pushes thousands into displacement as hunger worsens
Chronic drought in Somalia has forced thousands to flee to Baidoa, where hunger is deepening and aid is shrinking.
Environment & Ecology
Uncertainty grips Canadian wildfire evacuees as they await news of homes
Wildfire evacuees in British Columbia describe frustration and heartbreak as they wait for damage assessments nearly a week after fleeing.
Sarajevo Endures 39°C Heat as Residents and Tourists Adapt
Sarajevo hits 39°C as tourists and locals cope with extreme heat, sparking concerns about climate change.
Austrian Farms Reel as Heatwave Shrivels Crops and Forces Early Cattle Culling
Austria's agriculture is buckling under Europe's extreme summer heat, with a forecast 19% drop in grain harvest and farmers resorting to early cattle slaughter.
Po River at Critical Lows, Endangering Italy's Fruit and Vegetable Heartland
Italy's Po River is critically dry due to drought, threatening fruit and vegetable production in the country's key agricultural region.
Why Europe Is Sweltering: WMO Explains the Forces Behind Record Heat
The UN weather agency says warm seas and dry soils are fueling Europe's record-breaking summer heat wave.
Jellyfish Swarm Forces Shutdown of Three Reactors at French Nuclear Plant
A large jellyfish swarm forced the shutdown of three reactors at France's Gravelines nuclear plant, with cleanup underway for a quick restart.
Malaysian groups urge rejection of GMO rice field trial
Malaysian farmers and environmental groups have formally objected to a proposed GMO rice field trial, citing contamination risks and glyphosate concerns.
Rhine at Record Low: Key Stretch Effectively Closed to Cargo
Record-low Rhine water levels at Kaub have halted most commercial shipping, threatening supply chains and German economic recovery.
France's Fifth Heatwave Hits Nuclear Output, Power Prices Jump
A fifth European heatwave is forcing France to curb nuclear generation, spiking day-ahead power prices as cooling demand rises.
Manila Bay's Dirty Secret: Monsoon Rains Dump Tons of Trash on Coastal City
Heavy monsoon rains have washed tons of garbage, including plastic and styrofoam, into a water channel in Parañaque City, Metro Manila, prompting a massive cleanup operation.
Global food system better prepared for 'super' El Nino, but risks remain
Near-record grain stocks, improved technology, and new exporters like Brazil and Russia are helping the world withstand a 'super' El Nino, though war-related disruptions remain a risk.
Franciacorta's Earliest Harvest on Record as Heat Reshapes Winemaking
Scorching temperatures have pushed Franciacorta's grape harvest to its earliest start ever, forcing winemakers to adopt nighttime picking to preserve quality.
Malaysia unveils 2035 energy plan targeting $21.5 billion in savings
Malaysia's renewed 10-year energy efficiency plan targets $21.5 billion savings and an 11.6% cut in energy demand by 2035.
Australia to Vaccinate Native Birds as H5N1 Spreads
Australia will vaccinate vulnerable native birds against H5N1 bird flu, focusing on priority captive species as the virus spreads among wild birds.
England drought spreads to 71% as heatwave persists
England's drought now covers 71.3% of the country, affecting 45 million people, with 27 million under water restrictions.
Rhine River Drought Threatens Key German Shipping Route
Prolonged drought in Europe is set to make a key stretch of Germany's Rhine River impassable for commercial ships.
Oman Oil Spill From Grounded Tanker Spreads Across 390 Sq Km
Oman reports a 390 sq km oil slick from the grounded Caroline Bezengi near the Hallaniyat Islands nature reserve.
Danube dip threatens Cernavoda reactor despite emergency measures
Romania's Cernavoda nuclear plant faces a cooling water crisis as Danube levels are forecast to keep falling, despite emergency dredging and dike construction.
Oman Oil Spill From Sanctioned Tanker Spreads Across 390 Sq Km
An oil slick from the sanctioned Caroline Bezengi tanker covers 390 sq km off Oman's coast, nearing shore.