Fires exacerbated by climate change are igniting dormant bombs and mines left over from the World Wars, posing a deadly risk to emergency responders and revealing the lingering legacy of conflict.
Experts warn that heavy rainfall and flooding could carry invasive plant fragments to new areas, particularly in Scotland and Northwest England.
Invasive weed specialists warn that heavy rainfall and flooding could spread the destructive plant to new areas.
The Old Farmer's Almanac and meteorological experts forecast heavy storms and significant snowfall for the Golden State.
Companies worldwide are preparing for potential disruptions from an unusually strong El Niño, with economists predicting significant impacts on global supply chains and food commodity prices.
Authorities advise pet owners to exercise caution after waxy substance, potentially toxic to animals, is found on Egremont beach.
Thousands of fires on Borneo have created dense smoke, forcing school closures and prompting authorities to detain suspects.
The developing El Niño event in the Pacific Ocean is projected to be the most powerful in recent memory, according to the Met Office.
The idea of altering school holiday schedules is being explored as a potential measure to mitigate the impact of rising temperatures on students and educators in buildings often lacking adequate cooling.