Swiss Glaciers Suffer Another Year of Record Ice Loss
Swiss glaciers lost 5.5% of their ice volume in 2026, a figure considered far beyond the previously extreme 2% loss.
Malaysia's diplomatic leverage in tackling transboundary haze
East Malaysia recently experienced its worst haze in years, forcing Sarawak to declare a state of emergency in one district.
Indonesia establishes new peatland agency to combat forest fires
Official figures show around 202,000ha had burned in Indonesia between January and July.
Eastern Spain braces for torrential rain and flooding
More than 100mm of rain is forecast to fall across eastern Spain on Friday, with some areas potentially receiving 200-300mm.
Tiruvottiyur residents demand flood-free, pollution-free neighbourhood
Residents of Tiruvottiyur sought measures to prevent flooding, curb industrial pollution, provide pattas and basic amenities, and strengthen healthcare and waste management at a public assembly held on Sunday.
Migratory birds return to Chennai wetlands for winter season
A grey-headed lapwing arrived at Pallikaranai marshland on September 20, almost two weeks earlier than its usual arrival around the first week of October.
Trump administration slashes clean car emissions rules
The Trump administration is weakening Biden-era fuel efficiency standards for new cars and trucks.
Tusker Pallatt Brahmadathan dies after lightning strike
Pallatt Brahmadathan, a 65-year-old elephant, died after being struck by lightning near Erattupetta in Kottayam on Sunday evening.
MLA calls for concerted efforts to protect Tamirabarani River
PMK MLA Sowmiya Anbumani inspected the Tamirabarani at Kurukkuthurai in Tirunelveli on Sunday.
Central Team Assesses Drought Situation in Saligrama Taluk
A Central team visited Gerdada and Arakere villages in Saligrama taluk of Mysuru district on Sunday to assess the ground situation arising from drought, including crop damage and drinking water problems.
Australia and Turkey Criticized for Hosting UN Climate Conference
A New South Wales regulator approved the largest coalmine expansion in the Australian state’s history, which could lead to 809m tonnes of heat-trapping carbon dioxide emissions if it wins federal approval.
Nepal to drain glacial lakes after deadly floods
Nepal is set to begin draining four high-altitude glacial lakes to mitigate flood risks.
South West Water fined £8m for sewage spills
South West Water was fined £7,867,733 at Plymouth magistrates court for 18 charges related to illegal discharge activities and failing to take remedial measures, stemming from hundreds of sewage spillages across Devon and Cornwall over a six-year period.
Kasaragod solar park to get battery energy storage system
The MNRE approved the establishment of the 100 MW Kasaragod Solar Park Phase-II at Cheemeni, Kasaragod district, on February 1, 2024.
Over 1,000 participate in Wildlife Trail Run at Vandalur
Around 1,200 people participated in the Wildlife Trail Run 2026 organized by Arignar Anna Zoological Park (AAZP) at Vandalur on Sunday (October 4, 2026).
Europe's summer heatwaves paint grim future
Surface air temperatures in western Europe from June to August were 2.5C above the recent decadal average.
Man killed in suspected leopard attack near Hasanur
A 35-year-old man, Periasamy, was killed near Hasanur in Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve on Saturday (October 3, 2026) night.
Huge hailstones pound Paraguay capital, causing damage
Large hailstones pounded parts of Paraguay ’s capital.
El Ni
The long-tailed shrike, Lanius schach, is listed as Least Concern by IUCN.
Nolo strengthens to Category 3 Hurricane in remote Pacific
Nolo strengthened into a major hurricane on Saturday (October 3, 2026) far out in the Pacific Ocean, well to the west of Hawaii’s main islands.