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Sanwo-Olu urges Lagosians to plant trees against climate change July 14, 2026 6:05 pm Punch Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Tuesday urged residents to actively plant and nurture trees as part of efforts to build a greener and more climate-resilient state, saying the government aims to plant at least 20,000 trees this year. The …
Council set to scrap net zero targets and cut climate change budget by £170K July 14, 2026 4:57 pm Yorkshire Evening Post Wakefield Council looks set to ‘abandon’ its target to become a carbon neutral authority by 2030 and cut its climate change budget by £170,000. A report to senior councillors said the decision may have “workforce implications” which would “be subject to …
New study quantifies how future climate change threatens mental health July 14, 2026 4:55 pm Medical News A new study has, for the first time in the world, quantitatively projected how climate change will affect mental health at a multi-country level. Applying future climate change scenarios, a KAIST research team found that temperature-related suicide …
Climate change threatens to reduce small fish populations in the Amazon by 50% by 2050-2070 July 14, 2026 3:20 pm Noticias Ambientales The Amazon basin faces a critical challenge: the potential disappearance of small-sized freshwater fish by the mid-21st century. A recent study warns that between 2050 and 2070, these species could see their population reduced by almost 50%, mainly due to …
What is a university’s purpose in an age of climate change? July 14, 2026 2:16 pm University World News SOUTH AFRICA The recent report by Fossil Free South Africa, Carbon Captured? A preliminary review of fossil fuel industry influence and greenwashing on SA campuses, discussed in University World News on 11 June, raises important questions about the …
This artist is documenting Bengaluru’s mango season in the face of climate change and ecological loss July 14, 2026 1:58 pm The Hindu 3D mangoes, scanned at a grove in Bengaluru, with Kannada and English glyphs by artist Shruti Nagaraj | Photo Credit: Special arrangement Multimedia artist Shruti Nagaraj visited her hometown Bengaluru from London last summer during mango season. “I had …
'Climate change emergency' could be redeclared after extreme heat and flooding July 14, 2026 1:13 pm Isle of Wight County Press Seven years after County Hall sounded the alarm over rising greenhouse gas emissions, Liberal Democrat councillor Michael Lilley is bringing the issue back onto the agenda with a full council motion, saying action is long overdue. He said the weather …
Climate change and its impact on cotton production July 14, 2026 12:33 pm Business Recorder Climate change has emerged as the most formidable challenge to modern agriculture, and in Pakistan, cotton stands out as one of its most visible casualties. This crop serves as the backbone of the national economy, underpinning exports, the textile …
Climate change isn't taking food off your table July 14, 2026 11:59 am The Daily Pilot - California No morning ritual is safe from climate alarm. In June, the journal Nature declared that coffee is “critically threatened by climate change” and described scientists racing to save your espresso from “extinction.” The New York Times blames sky-high coffee …
The experience of climate change captures dangerous shift better than numbers July 14, 2026 10:30 am Colorado Newsline On July 1, my neighbor gave birth to a baby girl. I met her a few days later, sleeping outside on her aunt’s lap on a hot, hazy evening in Northwest Denver. I ignored another air quality alert on my phone and complimented her full head of hair. I am …
Climate change’s heat is baking us to death. We must act July 14, 2026 10:29 am Hawaii Tribune Herald America celebrated its 250th year of independence under a historic heat dome that shattered more than 148 records for daily high temperature across the Eastern United States. The nation’s capital recorded the hottest Fourth of July on record at 103 degrees …
Hina Saifi: The young voice against climate change July 14, 2026 10:16 am Awaz The Voice Malik Asghar Hashmi/New Delhi In India, the number of women working on environmental protection and climate change can be counted on fingers. Among these emerging changemakers is Hina Saifi from Meerut district in Uttar Pradesh. Coming from a small …
Heatwaves and wildfires show it’s time to act on climate change - Lorna Slater July 14, 2026 7:40 am Edinburgh Evening News A long spell of sunshine is something to celebrate and a scorching summer used to be a pleasant surprise. But something has changed. The heatwaves we are now experiencing are no longer rare events, they are becoming regular, more intense and more dangerous …
Climate change stokes shark bites Down Under July 14, 2026 6:46 am The Week Magazine Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Australian beaches are seeing a higher-than-usual number of shark bites. There were two attacks in the span of 48 hours in January, and since then, at least four people …
Climate Change Threatens Crop Nutrition, Researchers Warn July 14, 2026 6:20 am Seed World Ghent University review highlights the need for crops that deliver higher yields, better nutrition and stronger climate resilience. Climate change is not only affecting how much food farmers can produce. It is also changing how nutritious that food is. In …
When experience isn’t enough – vineyards using data-led innovation to adapt to climate change July 14, 2026 5:28 am R&D Today How do increases in heat, climate change and volatility impact these businesses? So, what we saw is very simple. If there is evidence of climate change, actual physical exposure in your vineyard, as a winemaker you’re going to collect a greater diversity …
Climate change could double water bills, Stanford study finds July 14, 2026 4:57 am Civil Engineering - Virginia
Rooted in climate action: What a classroom in Enugu taught me about climate change July 14, 2026 4:18 am Realnews Magazine Opinion By Obeta Victory Chinasa A few weeks ago, I walked into Iheaka Girls Secondary School in Enugu State, expecting to teach and introduce the concept of climate change during the program “Rooted in Action: Growing Green Generation.” On paper, our …
Global warming alters cooperation and competition among white-faced capuchins in Costa Rica July 14, 2026 4:13 am Noticias Ambientales The global warming is disrupting the social balance of the white-faced capuchins in Costa Rica, according to a recent international study. Researchers have documented how extreme weather events, driven by climate change, alter the internal dynamics of …
Asheville art gallery tackles polarization, war and climate change Artists are confronting divisiveness and defining issues of the time in a new exhibition in the River Arts District. July 14, 2026 3:38 am WLOS - North Carolina ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Artists are confronting divisiveness and defining issues of the time in a new exhibition in the River Arts District. “Common Ground Rising” brings together more than a dozen artists addressing issues like authoritarianism, war, …

Wacky Weather

Strong El Niño threatens Latin American inflation and rate cuts, UBS warns July 14, 2026 6:11 pm bne IntelliNews Latin American economies face renewed inflationary pressure and possible delays to interest rate cuts if a strong El Niño weather pattern disrupts food production, electricity generation and infrastructure this year, Swiss bank UBS said in a research note …
Lahore, Punjab Weather: More intermittent rain, windstorms likely July 14, 2026 6:08 pm Pakistan Observer More intermittent rains accompanied by strong winds are likely in Lahore and parts of Punjab on Tuesday night and Wednesday. Synoptic Situation According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), moist currents from the Arabian Sea are continuously …
Does rainy weather mean monsoons have arrived in Southwest Colorado? July 14, 2026 6:02 pm The Durango Herald - Colorado Monday rains swept through Durango, lasting several hours and leaving the town overcast in its wake. More precipitation is expected in the coming days. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald file) Moisture is expected to move into Southwest Colorado this week …
Monsoon storm damages mobile homes, knocks out power across Phoenix area July 14, 2026 5:58 pm Arizona’s Family PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Monsoon storms moved into the Valley on Monday evening, causing power outages, delaying flights and left a trail of damage in its wake. Into Tuesday morning, many were still without power as crews worked to fix downed power lines …
IMD Monsoon Update: Which States Will See Heavy Rain, Strong Winds This Week? Check Full Weather Forecast July 14, 2026 5:34 pm News X 160 India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted another round of Monsoon activities in various parts of the country with heavy rain warnings for eastern and northeastern regions but is predicting thunderstorms and lightning along with strong winds …
Agronometrics in Charts: Weather whiplash reshapes the 2026 California strawberry season July 14, 2026 5:34 pm Fresh Fruit Portal Each week, the series ‘Agronometrics In Charts’ examines a different horticultural commodity, focusing on a specific origin or topic and visualizing the trade market factors driving change. Check out our entire archive. The 2026 California strawberry …
PNM Urges Customers to Prepare for New Mexico Storm Season July 14, 2026 5:06 pm KKOB News Radio - New Mexico ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — With storm season underway across New Mexico, PNM is encouraging customers to review their emergency plans and prepare for potential power outages caused by strong winds and rapidly changing weather conditions. The utility says having …
A strong El Niño spells more climate pain for the Philippines July 14, 2026 5:04 pm Climate Home News Suresanathan Murugesu is the country director of Action Against Hunger in the Philippines The Philippines is caught in an extreme weather trap. Here, forecasts for a strong El Niño in the months ahead do not just indicate a period of drought – they also …
Is cooler weather coming to Florida this fall? July 14, 2026 5:02 pm Treasure Coast Palm - Florida July 14, 2026, 12:59 p.m. ET The Old Farmer's Almanac predicts cooler fall weather for Florida as a strong El Niño influences the season. Rainfall this fall depends on where you are in Florida. See what impacts El Niño will have on Florida this fall …
Asheville City, Buncombe County schools earn strong marks in new state report cards July 14, 2026 4:48 pm 828 News Now - North Carolina Education data shows local districts outperforming North Carolina averages in graduation, reading and student growth ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Students in Buncombe County and Asheville City schools continue to outperform much of North Carolina in …