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Intense wildfires have ravaged parts of Southern Europe as a result of extreme heatwaves exceeding 40 degrees Celsius, combined with powerful wind gusts that fueled the flames. Thousands of residents and tourists have been forced to evacuate communities in Spain,
Based on the latest satellite data from MapBiomas, the extent of wildfire damage in the Amazon in Brazil has fallen to its lowest level ever recorded in 2025. The world’s largest tropical rainforest experienced a dramatic 80 percent decrease in
Global energy markets are facing renewed upward price pressures as ongoing maritime disruptions in the Middle East restrict shipping routes for petroleum shipments. In a detailed commodities research report published by Goldman Sachs Group Inc., analysts outlined scenarios where persistent
– Malaysia has stepped up its preparations for hotter and more arid conditions as El Niño gains strength across the Pacific. The Alliance for a Safe Community urged early measures to safeguard water resources, public health, agriculture, and delicate ecosystems.
– A magnitude 7.3 earthquake hit off Mexico’s southern Pacific coast on Friday, causing strong tremors felt across Chiapas and neighboring nations. The U.S. Geological Survey pinpointed the epicenter approximately 48 kilometers southwest of Aquiles Serdán. The quake was recorded
– The International Organization for Migration has issued a call for $98 million to aid Venezuela’s earthquake relief operations. The funds will be used for emergency response and early-stage recovery over the next 12 months. On June 24, two significant
– A Scottish employment tribunal awarded former waiter Raymond Joseph £5,469.04 after ruling that he experienced racial harassment at a PizzaExpress restaurant. During an argument in April 2025, a colleague repeatedly called Joseph an American and a “Yank,” and told
– Nearly 200 wildfires spread across Ontario on July 15, primarily impacting northern regions. Provincial authorities reported 183 active fires at 3 p.m., with the Northwest Fire Region documenting 136 fires by evening, including 63 that remained uncontrolled. During the
– The UK government has advanced its plans for an electric vehicle pay-per-mile levy by releasing its consultation feedback and preliminary legislation. HM Treasury published these documents on July 13, setting April 1, 2028, as the scheduled start date. Named
– On July 14, the United Nations Security Council approved an extension of the monthly reporting requirement concerning Houthi assaults in the Red Sea for an additional six months. Resolution 2826 maintains the existing mandate until January 15, 2027. The