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UK falling behind EU on green standards after brexit rollback

The United Kingdom is facing growing criticism for weakening environmental protections inherited from the European Union, despite Labour’s pledge not to reduce standards. An analysis by experts and NGOs shows that, five years after Brexit, the country is lagging behind Europe in areas such as clean......

‘Dry storms’ and heat bursts intensify Spain’s wildfire crisis

Unseen forces behind Spain’s worsening wildfires Spain is battling an alarming surge in wildfires this summer, fueled by extreme heatwaves and drought conditions. However, experts are now highlighting the growing impact of a lesser-known weather phenomenon: "dry storms." These storms,......

Pakistan’s deadly floods claim 337 lives as rescue efforts continue

Severe monsoon floods devastate Pakistan Northwestern Pakistan is grappling with the aftermath of catastrophic flash floods that have claimed at least 337 lives, with dozens still reported missing, according to the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA). The disaster, fueled by torrential rains......

Spain’s prime minister calls for a national pact to combat climate emergency

Spain is grappling with severe wildfires, fueled by a three-week heatwave, that have devastated its northwestern and western regions. The worst-hit areas—Galicia, Castile and León, Asturias, and Extremadura—have called for military assistance to contain the blazes. Over 70,000 hectares......

Pakistan hit by deadly monsoon floods as death toll surpasses 340 in 48 hours

Rescue teams in northern Pakistan are racing against time after catastrophic monsoon rains killed at least 344 people in just two days. The province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, located in the mountainous north, has been the hardest hit, with more than 300 deaths recorded since Thursday, according to the provincial......

Morocco braces for avocado losses as climate impacts harvest

Moroccan avocado producers are bracing for a significant reduction in harvest volumes for the 2025–2026 season, following successive heatwaves that struck the country in late June and early August. According to estimates from the Moroccan Avocado Association, reported by specialized outlet Freshplaza,......

Pakistan: Monsoon rains kill nearly 200 people in 24 hours

At least 194 people lost their lives and 28 others were injured within 24 hours after torrential monsoon rains triggered flash floods and landslides across northern Pakistan, according to the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA). The northwestern province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa was the hardest......

Authorities contain Chefchaouen wildfire amid challenging conditions

Firefighting teams have successfully contained a wildfire that erupted on Tuesday in Derdara Forest, located in the province of Chefchaouen. The operation, which mobilized nearly 450 personnel, faced harsh weather conditions, including high temperatures, strong winds, and low humidity. Coordinated response......

Pakistan monsoon rains kill 50 in 24 Hours

At least 50 people have died in 24 hours due to torrential monsoon rains in northern Pakistan, authorities reported Friday, bringing the total death toll since the start of the season in late June to over 350. The majority of victims—43, including eight children and two women—were reported......