Swiss Alpine Glacier Collapse Buries Village Under Ice
The Bircher Glacier’s December collapse buried the Swiss village of Blatten under millions of tons of ice, underscoring rising glacial risks in a warming world.
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Chinese mainland ramps up capabilities to tackle extreme weather risks
The Chinese mainland is doubling down on climate resilience, enhancing forecasting, infrastructure and community preparedness to tackle more frequent, intense extreme weather events.
Arctic Records Hottest Year Since 1900, NOAA Finds
An NOAA report shows the Arctic’s October 2024–September 2025 air temperatures were the highest since 1900, highlighting rapid warming, record precipitation, and melting ice.
Study Warns of Rapid Daily Temperature Swings as Emerging Climate Threat
A recent study finds abrupt day-to-day temperature swings are intensifying due to greenhouse gas emissions, posing a distinct threat to public health across low to mid-latitude regions.
How Climate Pressure Fuels the Global Food Crisis
Rising heatwaves, droughts, and floods are disrupting harvests worldwide. Experts at the WFP discuss strategies to build resilient food systems as the UN Environment Assembly convenes in Nairobi.
Chinese Mainland Scientists Develop Climate-Smart Crops to Combat Global Warming
Chinese mainland scientists have achieved a breakthrough in developing climate-smart crops, enhancing tomato yields and resilience against global warming.
South America Records Unprecedented Number of Wildfires Amid Extreme Heat
South America sets a new record with over 346,000 wildfire hotspots this year, driven by extreme heat and climate change.
Greece Faces Severe Water Crisis as Mornos Lake Shrinks by 30%
Rising temperatures and decreased rainfall have led to a severe water crisis in Greece. Mornos Lake, a key reservoir for Athens, has shrunk by 30%, threatening water supplies for millions.
Brazil, Venezuela, Bolivia Hit Two-Decade High Wildfire Emissions
Wildfires in Brazil, Venezuela, and Bolivia have led to the highest carbon emissions in two decades, driven by severe droughts, according to Europe’s climate monitor.