June and July hottest on record in Western Europe, monitor says
The Copernicus Climate Change Service says historically low rainfall has worsened the situation in several countries.
UK temperatures could hit 36C as fifth heatwave of summer looms
There has been an unprecedented period of hot, dry weather in the UK this year. Photograph: Peter Nicholls/AFP/Getty ImagesView image…
Wildfires bear down on homes in Canada’s Okanagan region
A fast-moving wildfire in Canada’s British Columbia province has forced thousands of people from their homes.
Wildfires in Albania and Spain cause hundreds to evacuate
Wildfires have spread near Albania’s capital and in parts of southern Spain, prompting hundreds to evacuate.
As AI guzzles water and energy, we are already facing a choice: datacentres or homes? | John Harris
As AI guzzles water and energy, we are already facing a choice: datacentres or homes? John Harris Whitehall wants to…
‘Panda of the insect world’: the moscardón bumblebee creates buzz for invertebrate of the year
The moscardón bumblebee is a gorgeous ginger giant that can measure up to 4cm in length. Illustration: Petra Korlević/The GuardianView…
Flight cancellations, evacuations as China braces for Typhoon Dolphin
Over 1,600 flights cancelled as Typhoon Dolphin approaches China's eastern coast, with winds reaching 162km/h overnight.
Plastics contamination an ‘overlooked’ concern in food waste schemes, experts say
Plastics contamination an ‘overlooked’ concern in food waste schemes, experts say Researchers find microplastics can persist in compost, leaching into…
Helicopter crash kills pilot and crew member amid Utah wildfire battle
Utah wildfire suppression efforts continued, with containment standing at 24 percent.
‘Explosive’ wildfire forces 20,000 people to flee as British Columbia declares state of emergency
Smoke rises from the Bald Range wildfire over a residential street in Summerland, British Columbia, Canada, on 7 August. Photograph:…