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Rubio’s bypass plan: Can the world escape the Strait of Hormuz chokepoint?
Experts warn that Marco Rubio's Hormuz bypass plan is hindered by pipeline limits and severe Red Sea threats.…
Western Europe’s wildfire crisis retreats as Greece evacuates hundreds near Athens
High winds prevent firefighting aircraft from collecting seawater as flames spread through AtticaEurope’s wildfire crisis fractured along starkly diff…
Spanish Ceuta witnesses a deadly ‘game’ for Moroccan migrants
This weekend, thousands of Moroccans attempted to reach the Spanish North African enclave of Ceuta.…
Why has the EU called an emergency meeting on Spain migrant surge?
In joint letter, 22 member states call for 'strengthening of external borders' after nearly 60,000 migrants enter Ceuta.…
At least five dead, 41 missing after ferry catches fire off Indonesia
The ship was carrying 271 passengers and crew members when the blaze broke out as it sailed eastwards from Java.…
South Korea has hottest day on record amid extreme weather globally
Scientists say the climate crisis driven by human activity is making heatwaves more frequent.…
2,000km, eight countries, 29 days - the fastest runner to cross the Alps
Ultra-runner Sophie Woods runs 2,000km across eight countries in only 29 days to break the record for completing the Via Alpina - one of the world's t…
July set to be driest on record for England and Wales after relentless heatwaves
Climate scientist urges better planning as southern England had just 1% of long-term average rainfall last monthHalf of England and the whole of Wales…
Hungary plans to shut down only nuclear power plant amid drought
Officials say they must shut down nation's sole nuclear plant as record-low Danube water levels disrupt reactor cooling.…
Heatwave scorching western US ups risk of hazardous fire conditions
In Oregon and Washington, low humidity and powerful winds have put officials on alert for wildfire spreadA heatwave scorching the western US region ha…
Democrats’ ‘climate hushing’ prompts activists to turn up the volume
Nationwide actions seek to counter view that talking about climate crisis distracts from affordability messagingThis summer, torrential rains have was…
Mountaineer Nirmal Purja killed in Pakistan avalanche, his company says
The Nepali-born climber was known for scaling the world's 14 highest peaks in just over six months in 2019.…
Scores injured as earthquake hits near Naples in seismic swarm
At least 21 injured and more than 250 evacuated in strongest quake to hit southern Italian region in 40 yearsAt least 21 people have been injured afte…
India’s monsoon in danger as El Niño predicted to bring hot and dry global conditions, experts warn
El Niño forecast to strengthen from August to October, resulting in higher temperatures and more extreme weatherIndia’s monsoon is in danger and hotte…
These boots are the safest for US wildland firefighters. Fewer and fewer can afford them
The handcrafted leather boots are a century-old tradition – but with money tight, the cost of up to $800 is harder to justifyFor 18 years, one of the …
Second police official in St Paul alleges sexual harassment by mayor
Kaohly Her is accused of inappropriate conduct and creating a ‘sexualized work environment’ by senior officialsUS politics live – latest updatesA seco…
Suffolk wildfire near Sizewell nuclear plant ‘stabilising’ after 24 hours
More than 100 firefighters remain at scene after Dunwich Heath blaze spread across 150 hectares and forced evacuationsFire crews tackling a large wild…
‘Extremely scary findings’ show climate crisis is supercharging Europe’s wildfire weather
Latest study says global heating has made hot, dry and windy conditions in Spain at least 20 times more likelyThe extreme heat and drought stoking hug…
Watch: Thick smoke and flames as crews tackle Suffolk wildfire
Video shows thick plumes of smoke rising from the Suffolk coast, where a major incident is declared.…
Europe burns: a visual guide to the wildfires
Ferocious flames continue to rage in parts of France and Spain, with no sign of abating. We chart the destruction in graphics and picturesThe hellish …
Families to no longer be housed in billionaire-owned tower after suffering without air con
Some residents in glass-fronted block say they are still ‘fighting to stay cool’ in Britannia Point in south-west LondonAs the fourth heatwave of the …
Fifteen elephant deaths at Kenya park may be due to cyanide poisoning
Analysis of samples collected from carcasses found traces of toxic chemical compound, says Kenya Wildlife ServiceThe recent deaths of 15 elephants nea…
Firefighters race to extinguish blazes across EU as fire weather breaks records
European Forest Fire Information Service figures show conditions in EU 43% more severe than for same period in last 20 years Fire weather in the EU ha…
Major incident declared in Suffolk as 90 firefighters tackle wildfire on heathland
Several people evacuated after ‘large-scale, wind-driven’ fire breaks out at Dunwich Heath near LeistonA major incident has been declared as firefight…
Bordeaux wildfire battle continues amid extreme heat
Firefighters are on high alert in France as scorching temperatures and winds threaten to fuel wildfire west of Bordeaux…
Hindus take holy dip in India’s rivers on sacred holiday
Footage shows tens of thousands of Hindu devotees bathing in India’s Ganga and Saryu rivers to mark Guru Purnima.…
Is the world at risk of another energy shock?
Disruptions across Strait of Hormuz, Bab al-Mandeb and the Black Sea threaten supplies and raise costs for consumers.…
'Every day I'm just winging it': The families hoping for social care reform
As Andy Burnham outlines his aim to overhaul social care, BBC News speaks to the families caring for loved ones.…
France fire crews face searing heat in battle to contain flames
Firefighters are battling flare-ups in 40C heat, as some locals have refused to heed evacuations in the Gironde region.…
Half of England officially in ‘exceptionally serious’ drought
Environment Agency names seven regions affected by unusually hot and dry weather and shortage of waterHalf of England is officially in drought, with J…