Climate

Climate change made 'fire-prone' weather conditions more likely in Spain and France, scientists say

Ongoing wildfires in Spain and France have forced hundreds of thousands of people to evacuate and scorched huge swathes of land.

Smoke rises as flames burn during a wildfire at Ares, Grionde, amongst worsening drought conditions following a heatwave and water shortages across much of France, July 25, 2026.
Pigeons fly in front of the sun as it rises over Kuwait City on August 23, 2025.

Record heatwave expected to hit Israel this weekend with potential 47°C in Sea of Galilee region

An illustrative image of Israeli and the European Union flags with a division between them.

A hotter Europe needs Israeli science - opinion

People watch Macy's Fourth of July fireworks as the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, from a ship at Brooklyn Bridge Marina, in New York City, US, July 4, 2026

Coast Guard removes environmentalist ship from US 250th anniversary parade over political banners


Big Los Angeles wildfire switches direction, posing new threat despite winds easing

Six blazes in Los Angeles have killed at least 11 people and destroyed nearly 54 square miles of land.

 A fire hydrant sprays water in front of a burned property, following the Eaton fire, one of six simultaneous blazes that have ripped across Los Angeles County, in Altadena, California, US January 11, 2025.

Rising sea levels threaten Saudi oil ports Ras Tanura and Yanbu with flooding

The analysis found that 12 of the 15 oil ports with the highest tanker traffic are exposed to rising sea levels, with 13 ports at risk of damage from a one-meter rise.

 Port view with moored ships, Ras Tanura, Saudi Arabia.

Hanoi declared world's most polluted city, authorities seek action

Levels of hazardous small particles, known as PM2.5, were measured at 266 micrograms per cubic metre in Hanoi.

 Air pollution in Hanoi, Vietnam. January 3, 2025.

Study suggests historic climate disaster gave birth to Ragnarok, the Norse mythology apocalypse

In the year 536 CE, a series of volcanic eruptions in the Northern Hemisphere unleashed ash and sulfur gases into the atmosphere, enshrouding the globe in a veil that blocked sunlight.

 Study suggests historic climate disaster gave birth to Ragnarok, the Norse mythology apocalypse.

Russian volcano identified as source of 1831 global climate catastrophe

The eruption led to a global temperature drop of about 1°C, causing famines and crop failures, especially in Asia.

 Russian volcano identified as source of 1831 global climate catastrophe.

The Future of Agriculture: “Green and Precise”

Haifa Group’s technologies and innovations address food security challenges and environmental damage caused by traditional farming methods.

 Haifa Group’s facilities: “Significantly reducing pollution”

Israel’s role in climate tech innovation: A blueprint for regional cooperation - opinion

Israeli climate innovation captures global attention, pushing for post-war cooperation and normalization.

 AMBASSADOR GIDEON BEHAR, Israeli special envoy for climate change and sustainability, delivers a statement during the UN Climate Change Conference, COP29, in Baku, Azerbaijan last month.

BlackRock, State Street, Vanguard sued by Republican states over climate accords

Republicans have long explored using US antitrust laws to target alleged collusion among large fund managers to advance climate-related goals.

 The BlackRock logo is seen outside of its offices in New York City, US, October 17, 2016.

Despite war, we are leading the fight against climate change, says Israel’s Climate Ambassador

“Climate change continues to happen, and it is important that Israel remains part of the efforts to mitigate the effects of climate change,” Behar said.

 Ambassador Gideon Behar, Israel’s Special Envoy for Climate Change and Sustainability, in his pesticide-free garden in Modi'in.

Noah’s ark: Lessons for humanity’s survival in a changing world

Exploring Noah’s story reveals the urgency of sustainable development, urging leaders to act before it’s too late and build a resilient path for humanity’s future

 Noah's Ark, large wooden ark on dry land, Noah standing beside, pairs of animals boarding the ark