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- 1El Niño reaches record strength, reshaping global weather▼New data shows El Niño is strongest ever with major shift in global weather patterns | BBC News
New data indicates the current El Niño is the strongest ever recorded, driving a major shift in global weather patterns. The warming of the eastern Pacific is expected to bring droughts, floods and altered rainfall across multiple continents, with scientists warning communities to prepare for extreme conditions. The findings have prompted widespread discussion among climate experts and the public about what the record-strength event means for weather forecasts, agriculture and disaster planning worldwide.
- 2Super El Nino feared to cause 450,000 deaths●अल निनोमुळे 4.50 लाख मृत्यूची भीती | Super el NIno | Global Warming
Warnings are circulating that a possible Super El Nino, intensified by global warming, could lead to as many as 450,000 deaths. The Marathi-language coverage highlights fears of extreme heat, droughts and crop failures linked to the weather pattern. Concerns are growing worldwide about El Nino's impact on food security and public health as climate change makes its effects more severe.
- 3Rising sea levels threaten coastal cities as climate change redraws coastlines●Climate change is redrawing coastlines and rising sea levels threaten coastal cities.
Rising sea levels are reshaping coastlines and putting coastal cities at growing risk, with low-lying urban areas facing flooding, erosion and long-term displacement concerns. The issue is drawing wide attention as climate impacts accelerate and governments face mounting pressure to fund coastal defenses and adaptation plans.
- 4Super El Niño pushes global temperatures to record highs early●Super El Niño bursts through temperature record months ahead of peak
A powerful El Niño event has driven global temperatures to record levels months before the phenomenon is expected to reach its peak, the Guardian reports. The unusually early surge suggests the strongest effects on global heat, weather patterns and climate records may still lie ahead in the coming months.
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Coastal communities in Nigeria face growing threats from rising sea levels, according to DW reporting. Erosion, flooding and saltwater intrusion endanger homes and livelihoods along the Gulf of Guinea, where many residents live in low-lying areas. The report adds Nigeria to the list of countries most exposed to climate-driven sea level rise, a topic gaining urgency as global emissions and ocean levels continue to climb.
- 6Climate Week NYC Begins Amid Rising Borrowing Costs●Welcome to Climate Week NYC; Plus, the Silver Lining to a Surge in Borrowing Costs
Climate Week NYC is underway, bringing together governments, companies and campaigners in New York to discuss emissions cuts and climate finance ahead of the UN General Assembly. The Wall Street Journal's climate newsletter also examines a possible silver lining to the recent surge in borrowing costs, suggesting higher rates could push firms toward more efficient, lower-carbon investment decisions.
- 7Balen Shah's UN General Assembly climate speech draws attention●FULL SPEECH: PM Balen Shah speech at UN General Assembly | Climate Change & Nepal Message 2026
Nepali political figure Balen Shah is being widely shared delivering what is described as a full speech at the UN General Assembly, focused on climate change and carrying a message on behalf of Nepal. The speech labels him Prime Minister, and audiences are engaging heavily with the clip as it circulates globally under climate-related discussions.
- 8Pacific women set out demands ahead of COP31 climate talks●What Pacific women want global climate advocates to hear before COP31
Pacific women are calling on global climate advocates to listen to their priorities before the COP31 negotiations. Writing on the Development Policy Centre's blog, they argue that those most affected by rising seas and extreme weather in the Pacific must shape climate policy, not simply be represented by it. Their message is a direct appeal to negotiators and campaigners ahead of the summit.
- 9Ranked: Where Emissions Are Rising Fastest▼Ranked: Where Emissions Are Rising Fastest https://www. visualcapitalist.com/ranked-wh ere-emissions-are-rising-and-fall
A new ranking shows which countries are seeing greenhouse gas emissions rise fastest, and where they are falling. The data highlights how quickly some economies' carbon output is growing even as others cut back, giving a comparative picture of global climate progress. Commenters are sharing the ranking amid ongoing concern over climate change, pollution and stalled climate policy.
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Arab News has published a piece arguing that, despite dire warnings about global warming, there are genuine grounds for optimism in the climate fight. The article highlights signs of progress against the prevailing pessimism about rising temperatures and emissions. Coverage of climate hope stories stands out in a news cycle dominated by grim environmental reporting.
- 11Chart compares clean energy added by countries since 2015▼How Much Clean Energy Have Countries Added Since 2015? https://www. visualcapitalist.com/how-much- clean-energy-have-cou
A new Visual Capitalist graphic breaks down how much clean energy capacity countries have added since 2015, ranking nations by their renewable build-out over the past decade. Readers are sharing it as a quick way to compare national progress on wind, solar and other renewables, and to gauge which countries are leading the energy transition and which are lagging behind.
- 12Saudi oil scientists helped shape key UN climate reports●Saudi oil scientists ended up working on most important climate reports
Saudi Aramco scientists have worked as authors and reviewers on major IPCC climate reports, the world's most authoritative assessments of climate science. The Guardian reports that researchers tied to Saudi Arabia's state oil company took part in drafting the documents that guide global climate policy, drawing attention to how the fossil fuel industry is embedded in the process and raising questions about conflicts of interest.
- 13Kyrgyzstan holds high-level meetings on climate and fair transition●High-level meetings on measures to address climate change and fair transition
Kyrgyzstan's government e-services portal reports that high-level meetings have been held on measures to address climate change and ensure a fair transition. The talks focus on coordinating policy responses to climate impacts and supporting a shift that protects workers and communities. The country, highly exposed to glacier melt and water stress, has been seeking international support for its climate agenda.
- 14New Map Shows People Are Closer on Climate Than They Think●Mapped: People Are Closer on Climate Than They Think https://www. visualcapitalist.com/sp/mapped -people-are-closer-on-c
A new data map published by Visual Capitalist argues that people's views on climate change are more aligned than they realise, with perceived polarization greater than actual differences in opinion across countries. The piece suggests misperceptions about how divided societies are may itself hinder climate action. Readers are sharing it as a hopeful corrective to fatalism about climate politics.
- 15Climate anxiety support cafe frames crisis as man-made●Climate Change Anxiety Support Group Cafe:Let’sTalk-“This is not a natural calamity: it is being done to us knowingly”-Guardian UK
A climate change anxiety support group cafe session, Let's Talk, is drawing attention after a remark quoted from the Guardian UK: "This is not a natural calamity: it is being done to us knowingly." The framing presents the climate crisis as deliberately caused rather than natural, reflecting a growing space where people gather to discuss eco-anxiety and share feelings of anger and helplessness about global warming.
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New research suggests that major climate shifts triggered rare, rapid bursts of evolution in bird species, driving the diversity seen today. According to the findings, periods of environmental change pushed birds into adaptive surges rather than gradual transformation. The study is drawing attention as an example of how climate change can reshape life on Earth over deep time.
- 17Bank of Japan expands climate lending amid green mandate debate●BOJ ups climate loans as debate swirls on how green central banks should be
The Bank of Japan is increasing its lending scheme that offers funds to banks financing climate action, even as central bankers and economists argue over how far monetary institutions should go in supporting green policies. Supporters see climate lending as a way to address financial risks from global warming, while critics say central banks are overstepping their mandates by pursuing environmental goals beyond price and financial stability.
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The Sustainable Development Impact Meetings 2026 are being highlighted as advancing progress on environmental protection, technology and investment. The gatherings bring together leaders and organisations to push forward sustainable development goals, with reported focus on climate action, innovation and financing for development.