40% of Australian Women Hesitant to Have Kids Due to Climate
A Guardian survey reveals climate crisis anxiety is impacting family planning. Hear from science editor Donna Lu on why many are reconsidering parenthood. Listen to the Full Story podcast.
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Experts warn against banning geoengineering research
Leading climate advocates argue that refusing to explore all options, including geoengineering research, is a catastrophic mistake. A call for honest risk management in the face of accelerating climate change.
Tuvalu woman offered new life in Australia as climate refuge
Alolita Semesi, a mother from Tuvalu, is among the first offered resettlement in Australia as her island home succumbs to climate change. Read her story of loss and hope.
Australia's Heatwave Crisis: A Scientist's Warning
As Australia faces its worst heatwave since Black Summer, a leading climate scientist warns of escalating dangers and the urgent need for adaptation and net-zero action. Learn the facts.
Guardian Seeks Children's Winter Nature Diary Entries
The Guardian invites UK children aged 8-14 to submit their winter nature observations for the Young Country Diary series. Selected writers will be published and paid. Deadline: 2 February.
Australian Cities Face LA-Scale Wildfire Threat
A new report warns suburbs of Sydney, Melbourne and other capitals are at risk of catastrophic fires like the 2025 LA blazes. Experts urge immediate action on preparedness and emissions.
Free prescriptions for care leavers, but reforms fall short
New support for young adults leaving care in England includes free prescriptions and eye tests. However, experts warn deep-rooted problems in children's social care persist. Read the full analysis.
2025 confirmed as UK's warmest and sunniest year
The Met Office confirms 2025 as the UK's warmest and sunniest year on record, with a mean temperature of 10.09°C. Experts link the record-breaking heat to human-induced climate change. Discover the full data and impacts.
US Climate Lawsuits: 2025's Key Wins and Losses
A landmark year saw US courts grapple with climate accountability. Explore the major trends, from novel lawsuits to industry attempts to secure immunity, and what's next for 2026.
How to handle pressure when friends have big life changes
Advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith helps a reader reframe the pressure felt when a friend announces a pregnancy, separating life milestones from personal fulfilment.
13 Climate Court Victories Reshape 2025
A landmark year for climate justice saw courts worldwide force governments and corporations to act. Explore the 13 key legal wins that scrapped coal plants, halted oil fields, and ended false green claims.
2005 Cabinet Papers Reveal Dire Climate Warnings
Newly released 2005 cabinet papers show ministers Alexander Downer and Ian Campbell warned Australia was highly vulnerable to climate disruption. Discover the historic warnings.
Brazil's Caatinga shifts to arid zone, desert threat grows
A 5,700 sq km area in Brazil's north-east is now classified as arid, the country's first. Climate change is accelerating desertification, devastating goat herders' livelihoods. Read the full report.
London's oldest children's hospice shuts before Christmas
Richard House Children's Hospice in Beckton enters administration, leaving 600 vulnerable children without full support. Replacement hospice won't be fully operational until March.
UK's Worst-Case Climate Scenarios Revealed by Scientists
Scientists warn the UK must prepare for 'plausible' worst-case climate impacts, including a 4C temperature rise, 2m sea level rise, and a 6C plunge from Atlantic current collapse. Read the urgent analysis.
Trump to Dismantle Key US Climate Research Centre
The Trump administration plans to break up the National Center for Atmospheric Research in Colorado, a move condemned by scientists and Governor Jared Polis as a risk to public safety.
Arctic heat record redefines winter, Noaa reports
The Arctic experienced its hottest year in 125 years, with sea ice at a record low. Scientists warn of cascading global impacts from the rapidly warming 'world's refrigerator'.
Dog Man Musical's London Debut & Adapting Children's Classics
Dog Man: The Musical is set for its London debut at the Southbank Centre next summer. We explore how theatre makers successfully adapt beloved children's books for the stage, from The Gruffalo to My Neighbour Totoro.
Paul Brown's Final Climate Warning from Hospital Bed
Guardian's former environment correspondent Paul Brown issues a powerful final warning on political failure over climate crisis. Experts echo his call for urgent action.
UK farmers lose £828m after hottest spring and summer
A new study reveals UK arable farmers face over £800m in losses after the hottest spring and summer on record devastated harvests. Discover the impact on food security and calls for urgent support.
New England warming at double the global rate
A new climate report shows New England's temperature rising twice as fast as the world's. Discover the impacts on seasons, ecosystems, and what it means for the future.
Ofsted: Children's home providers prioritising profit over need
Ofsted warns of a crisis as children's homes surge in cheap areas, not where needed. Vulnerable teens face unsafe, unregistered placements costing up to £30k a week. Urgent reform demanded.
Ofsted: Profit motive 'bending' children's care system
Ofsted warns children's home providers are prioritising profit, creating a 'national scandal'. Costs soar to £30,000 a week in unregistered homes, while placements fail to match regional need.
Global climate displacement documented in new project
Swiss photographers capture heartbreaking stories of families worldwide forced from homes by climate change. Discover the human face of environmental crisis.
The Real Climate Progress at Cop30
While critics called Cop30 a failure, look beyond the legal text to find genuine strides in climate action. A new Brazilian-led initiative is building a roadmap for a fossil fuel transition. Read the full analysis.
Climate Crisis: UK Faces -20C Winters and Food Imports
Leading scientists issue stark warning about climate risks to UK economy and security. A collapsed Atlantic current could bring -20C London winters and total reliance on food imports.
Vote for Best Australian Children's Picture Book
Guardian Australia invites readers to nominate their favourite Australian children's picture book for a major poll. Share your beloved childhood stories today!
Young Australians more hopeful about climate action than elders
New poll reveals stark generational divide in climate optimism with half of young adults believing effects can be prevented versus just 26% of over-55s. Discover the full findings.
Experts confront climate action backlash at Guardian event
The Guardian's Climate Assembly brought together George Monbiot and experts to examine why climate policies face growing opposition and how to counter this trend.
Bowen's COP31 Role Sparks Political Debate in Australia
Climate Minister Chris Bowen appointed COP31 negotiations president while retaining domestic role. Experts dismiss Coalition claims of 'part-time minister' as 'culture cringe'. Read analysis.
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