What to Know About Plastic and Compostable Produce Bags
Grocery experts say bag choice can extend shelf life for some items, increase food waste for others and influence overall environmental impact.
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Utah first responders, civilians pull man from rushing floodwaters near Green River
Rescuers used a kayak, a life vest and a rope to bring the stranded man to safety after the National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning
WMO report finds Antarctic ozone hole shrinking; global recovery on track but risks remain
World Meteorological Organization says 2024 saw higher stratospheric ozone across much of the globe and a below‑average Antarctic ozone hole, but scientists urge continued monitoring and caution over remaining threats
Invest AL92 Likely to Become Tropical Storm Gabrielle, Forecasters Say
National Hurricane Center gives 90% seven-day formation odds as models show a northward turn; warm Atlantic waters raise seasonal risks
Heatwaves, drought and floods cost Europe €43bn this summer, study finds; sea levels to keep rising long term
Researchers say extreme weather from June to August 2025 inflicted widespread economic losses across Europe and warn costs could rise sharply in coming years as seas continue to climb
Thinktank urges weight-based 'Large Vehicle Levy' to curb SUVs and raise £1.7bn
Transport & Environment tells Chancellor Rachel Reeves to overhaul Vehicle Excise Duty in the Autumn Budget, saying heavier SUVs are undertaxed and increase safety, infrastructure and climate costs.
Heatwaves, droughts and floods cost Europe €43 billion this summer, study finds
Researchers say losses will grow without rapid emissions cuts; separate analysis warns sea levels could rise up to 1.2 metres by 2300
Liberal rift over net zero deepens as Andrew Hastie threatens to quit shadow cabinet
Hastie’s ultimatum forces a confrontation over the Coalition’s 2050 net zero commitment, raising the prospect of resignations, a Coalition split and leadership pressure on Sussan Ley.
Liberal frontbencher threatens to quit over net zero, risking party split over climate policy
Andrew Hastie says he will resign from shadow cabinet unless the Coalition drops its commitment to net zero by 2050, exposing deep rifts in the party over climate strategy