Articles tagged with "Climate change"

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A woman shields herself from the sun during Pope Leo XIV's weekly general audience at St Peter's Square in the Vatican on June 24, 2026 (AFP)

Heat set to surpass 35°C for at least 94 million in Europe

More than 350 million people across Europe (excluding Turkey) are expected to experience temperatures above 30°C. That represents nearly two-thirds of the population, according to an analysis based on forecasts from the German weather service (DWD) and 2025 population projections from the Joint Research Centre.

7 DAYS AGO

Odds rising for very strong El Nino: EU monitor

The EU monitor said 75% of global forecasters that contribute to its El Nino outlook were predicting sea temperatures in parts of the Pacific could surge 2.5 C or more above average by November.

June 10, 2026

Natural landscape of Pakistan - (Photo: Wikimedia Commons)

On World Environment Day, Pakistan reaffirms commitment to sustainability

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif marks World Environment Day by urging Pakistanis to prioritize climate action, environmental protection and sustainability amid growing climate challenges.

June 5, 2026

People drink sweetened water distributed by volunteers along a street on a hot summer day in Amritsar on June 4, 2026. (Photo by Narinder NANU / AFP)

India's heatwaves kill 3,400 in a single day, four times the annual official toll: Study

The study, conducted by UC Berkeley's Goldman School of Public Policy, says official heat-related death figures capture only a fraction of the true toll. It found that five states account for more than 60% of projected heat mortality despite comprising 43% of India's population.

June 4, 2026

The fourth edition of the Pakistan Gender Climate Award (GCA) culminated in an awards ceremony at Serena Hotel, Islamabad, recognizing two exceptional women leaders for their contributions to climate action and environmental stewardship.

Women climate leaders honored at Pakistan Gender Climate Award

Pakistan's fourth Gender Climate Award honored women for their outstanding contributions to climate action, highlighting the growing impact of women-led environmental initiatives across the country.

June 4, 2026

UK climate advisers urge setting maximum working temperature

The Climate Change Committee urges the UK to set strict maximum workplace temperatures and prepare critical infrastructure for intensifying heat, flooding and drought with an estimated £11 billion annual investment.

May 20, 2026

Sea temperatures near all-time highs as El Nino looms: EU monitor

Samantha Burgess from the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts said sea surface temperatures in recent days were almost all-time highs of 2024, and May looked set to break its own record.

May 8, 2026

Environmental protection (File Photo: Wikimedia Commons)

Govt to empower youth-led climate innovation through Green University initiative: Minister

Climate minister Musadik Malik announces global research partnerships to empower Pakistani youth to develop practical climate solutions and drive innovation.

May 6, 2026

Farmers harvest carrots at a field on the outskirts of Lahore on April 19, 2026 (AFP)

Asia faces ‘super El Niño’ risk as conflict strains energy, food supplies

Already reeling from the effects of conflict in the Middle East, Asia now faces the prospect of a strong El Niño that could spike energy demand, sap hydropower, and damage crops.

May 5, 2026

Pakistan observes Earth Hour, leaders urge climate responsibility

President Asif Ali Zardari, PM Shehbaz Sharif, and the Senate chairman call for sustainable practices, warning that climate threats demand collective action, policy coordination, and long-term environmental responsibility.

March 28, 2026