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Sánchez says next 12 hours are decisive in wildfire fight

France and Spain battled major wildfires on 29 July 2026 as a new heatwave threatened to worsen conditions. Pedro Sánchez said the next 12 hours would be decisive, while Gironde remained France’s main wildfire focus.

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Survivors describe shock after powerful Japan earthquake

At least 13 people were killed in a 6.8-magnitude earthquake in Kumamoto, Japan, as rescue efforts continued and survivors described intense shaking, damage and aftershocks.

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Endangered tiger cubs born in conservation boost

Two endangered Amur tiger cubs have been born at Longleat in Wiltshire to Red and Yana, a conservation boost announced on International Tiger Day.

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Animal sanctuary at risk of closure after hot weather drives up costs

An animal sanctuary in Marldon, Devon, says hot weather has driven up food and water bills, leaving it at risk of closure within two months.

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It’s time to prosecute climate crimes with existing laws

Aaron Regunberg argues that existing laws already allow prosecutors to pursue big oil over climate harms, from reckless endangerment to involuntary manslaughter.

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Gironde wildfires intensify as France faces 40C heatwave

Firefighters are battling wildfires in France’s Gironde region as officials warn of a new 40C heatwave, fresh evacuations and worsening air quality near Bordeaux.

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Wildfire impacts in Europe and North America may last for years

A new study says wildfire impacts can persist for years, as Maui residents still report health and mental health challenges three years after the fires.

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Parts of Grand Union Canal closed amid record dry spell

Part of the Grand Union Canal in Leicestershire has been closed to boats for about 10 miles because of low water levels after a record dry spell.

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More rail services in England set to slow as heatwave shrinks soil

Persistent drought is forcing more train speed restrictions and timetable changes across southern England, with South Western Railway expected to follow operators in the east.

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Spain battles destructive wildfires as new heatwave threatens

Firefighters in Spain are battling destructive wildfires that have forced more than 70,000 evacuations, with a new heatwave expected to worsen conditions from Wednesday.

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Sánchez says Spain sees light at end of wildfire fight

Pedro Sánchez said Spain’s authorities are beginning to see progress against wildfires, but warned of more difficult days ahead as a fourth heatwave approaches.

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Cornish village battles heat after 55 days of winter rain

Cardinham in Cornwall is coping with a third heatwave in quick succession after 55 days of rain earlier this year, with children and villagers finding creative ways to stay cool.

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