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ClimateClimate Indicators Reach Record Extremes as Warming Accelerates
An international team of scientists has reported that seven of the 16 tracked climate indicators have reached record extremes. The rate of global warming has accelerated significantly, and atmospheric carbon dioxide levels are at their highest in two million years, according to the study published in BioScience.
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Climate · AfricaActivists protest new oil and gas exploration at African Energy Week
Climate activists picketed the African Energy Week conference in Cape Town, South Africa, demanding an end to new oil and gas exploration. They argued that expanding fossil fuel use contradicts climate commitments and harms communities, while South Africa aims to boost energy security and attract investment.
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Climate · United StatesSupreme Court hears Boulder climate change lawsuit against energy companies
The Supreme Court is weighing whether local governments can sue energy companies for climate change costs. The case, brought by Boulder, Colorado, could determine the future of climate litigation against fossil fuel producers nationwide.
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New York, California Sue Over Offshore Wind Lease Settlements
New York and New Jersey have joined a coalition of eight states suing the federal government over settlements that redirected over $1.4 billion from offshore wind development to fossil fuel projects. The lawsuits challenge the legality of these deals, arguing they are an improper use of taxpayer money.
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ClimateGlobal water reserves drop, UN warns of erratic water cycle
Global freshwater reserves have fallen significantly, with the World Meteorological Organization reporting 2025 as one of the driest years for river flows in 35 years. The UN warns the water cycle is becoming more unpredictable, potentially exacerbated by El Niño.
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Climate · European UnionThousands march in Amsterdam climate protest
Tens of thousands of people marched through Amsterdam on 12 September 2026, calling for government action on climate change. Organisers presented demands to the climate minister, who announced no new measures.
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Climate · European UnionEU climate policy focus debated ahead of von der Leyen speech
As Europe grapples with severe heatwaves, attention turns to whether EU chief Ursula von der Leyen will prioritise climate change in her upcoming policy speech. Environmental advocates are pushing for concrete plans to phase out fossil fuels, while some lawmakers suggest defence and industry concerns have overshadowed climate goals.
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Climate · United StatesJudge blocks New York's $75bn climate law targeting fossil fuels
A federal judge has blocked New York's law requiring fossil fuel companies to pay $75 billion over 25 years for climate change damages. The judge found the state law conflicted with federal authority, particularly the Clean Air Act.
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