Colombia's environmental movement faces a setback as far-right president Abelardo de la Espriella, who favors fossil fuel exploitation, takes office. Activists like Yuvelis Morales Blanco vow to continue fighting for natural resources and rights despite the government's shift from the previous administration's energy transition focus.
A five-day hike along the GR736 route through France's Tarn River Gorge reveals abundant wildlife, including beavers and vultures, alongside medieval villages, ruined castles, and dramatic limestone cliffs. The route offers a unique blend of natural beauty and historical exploration.
Two earthquakes struck Venezuela's Caribbean coast, leaving over 1,700 dead and tens of thousands missing. Survivors are being rescued days later, but hope fades amid economic crisis. International aid is arriving, but the government's response and past corruption are questioned.
El Niño has returned, with scientists warning it could be "very strong" and exacerbate global crises. The phenomenon, characterized by hot years and extreme weather, historically caused famines and societal collapse. This year's El Niño arrives amid debt distress in poor countries, high energy prices, and restricted fertilizer supplies, increasing the risk of widespread hunger and humanitarian crises.
Jamaican activists are fighting against "plantation tourism," where luxury all-inclusive resorts lock locals out of beaches like Mammee Bay. They argue this model, rooted in colonial land ownership, benefits elites while denying communities access to vital social, economic, and spiritual spaces.
A massive bloom of common octopuses (Octopus vulgaris) in UK waters, first seen in Devon and Cornwall in 2025, has spread to Scotland and Wales, impacting the fishing industry and marine ecosystem due to warming seas.
A nine-meter southern right whale, entangled in fishing gear off New Zealand's Rakiura coast, was successfully freed after a multi-day rescue operation. Experts faced challenges due to the whale's size and unpredictable nature, but managed to cut it free, highlighting the species' vulnerability.
A major pollution incident in Moray, Scotland, has killed significant numbers of fish including salmon, eels and birds in the Knockando burn, a tributary of the River Spey. The pollutant, thought to be caustic soda, has affected a 2km stretch of the waterway. Fly fishers say the salmon population has been wiped out and could take years to recover. The incident is being investigated by SEPA.
Lima, Ohio, is deploying a floating solar array on a local reservoir to power its water treatment plant. The project aims to lower energy costs and preserve agricultural land, highlighting a broader regional transition toward renewable energy despite local opposition.
The EU has unveiled emergency measures subsidising up to 70% of extra fuel and fertiliser costs for farmers, fishing businesses and road hauliers impacted by the Iran war. Individual companies can claim up to €50,000 each until year-end with minimal paperwork under the Middle East crisis temporary state aid framework (METSAF). Energy-intensive industries can claim 70% of additional electricity costs. The scheme covers agriculture, fisheries and transport sectors but excludes airlines. Concerns about fossil fuel demand versus renewable transition targets were defended by Teresa Ribera, who said immediate crisis response is necessary while pursuing long-term clean energy goals.
