Olmsted County in Minnesota is mobilising emergency resources as recovery operations begin following severe storm damage that left over 200 homes affected and disrupted power for nearly 10,000 resi…
Nigeria’s coastal regions are bracing for the arrival of the Matti, a seasonal wind that brings scorching temperatures and poses a threat to economic stability. The wind, known locally as "Matti," …
Australia's largest oil refinery, located in the eastern state of New South Wales, has been engulfed in an "unprecedented" fire that has led to a sharp disruption in the nation's fuel supply chain.…
Iran has declared that the Strait of Hormuz remains open but under its control, a statement that has raised concerns across the globe, particularly in Africa. The strategic waterway, critical for 2…
Tshwane, the capital of South Africa, has launched a winter campaign to prevent veld fires, warning residents of the growing risks linked to drought conditions. The initiative, led by the city's Fi…
India has officially withdrawn from hosting the 2028 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 2028), a decision confirmed by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change. The announc…
Florestgal, a leading environmental organisation, has raised urgent concerns over the rapid deforestation in Nigeria, warning that the country's forest cover could shrink by 30% within a decade if …
Argentina's glaciers are vanishing at an alarming rate, sparking urgent warnings from scientists about the long-term water crisis that could hit the region. The country's Andean glaciers, a critica…
South Africa has appointed Roelf Meyer, a key figure in the country’s transition from apartheid, as its new ambassador to the United States. The move, announced on 15 May 2024, has reignited discus…
Kolkata is experiencing a dangerous combination of extreme heat and humidity, with temperatures hitting 42°C on Tuesday, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The city, located in…
Dorset Wildlife Trust has released 12 wild beavers into the River Avon, marking a major step in its conservation efforts to restore native ecosystems. The release, which took place in early April, …
Nigeria’s decision to halt wheat imports has triggered a 30% price surge in local markets, worsening food insecurity in a country where over 40% of the population lives below the poverty line. The …