Global warming
Coverage of Global warming in the Nexus archive.
- Tick bites are surging in the US this year. Here’s what to know.
Tick bites are surging in the US this year, with emergency department visits reaching the highest levels since 2017. Experts attribute the increase to geographic expansion of tick habitats due to rising temperatures and climate change, alongside a heightened risk of tick-borne diseases like Lyme disease and Alpha-gal syndrome.
- How to manage China’s rise as a civilisational power
The article discusses the global challenge of managing China's rapid rise as a civilizational power, particularly its leadership in emerging economic sectors like electric vehicles. It notes that even within China, experts are surprised by the country's swift progress in these areas, while global warming's tangible impacts, such as extreme heat in Europe, underscore the urgency of sustainable solutions.
- Sydney records hottest June since 1859 as expert warns new high a ‘signature’ of global warming
Sydney recorded its hottest June since 1859 with a mean temperature of 16.1C, surpassing the 1991 record of 15.7C. The Bureau of Meteorology confirmed the record at Observatory Hill, noting the winter month had spring-like warmth. An expert linked the new high to global warming.
- Without climate change, U.S. heat wave called ‘virtually impossible’
A U.S. heat wave is described as 'virtually impossible' without climate change. The article notes that while summer hot spells are common, global warming has caused higher temperatures today compared to the past.
- Tick bites are surging in the US this year. Here’s what to know.
Tick bites in the US are surging, with emergency department visits reaching a five-year high in April 2026. Rising temperatures and geographic expansion of tick habitats, linked to climate change, are contributing to increased tick activity and associated diseases like Lyme disease and Alpha-gal syndrome.
- Cruel summer: Punishing heat waves hit Europe, US, with a preview of what’s to come
Europe and the US are experiencing severe heat waves linked to global warming and El Niño, with record temperatures affecting millions. Heat domes and rising ocean temperatures are intensifying the extreme weather, prompting public health responses in major cities.
- Record sea temperatures in June push world into ‘uncharted’ waters
Record sea temperatures in June pushed global averages near 21C, driven by a combination of global warming and the El Niño cycle. The event marks the world entering 'uncharted' waters due to these climate factors.
- Trump’s energy secretary says global warming is ‘no big deal.’ Meanwhile, a heat emergency is striking the U.S.
Trump’s energy secretary dismisses global warming as 'no big deal' while a heat emergency with triple-digit temperatures is affecting the U.S., prompting government scientists to urge people to stay indoors.
- Paris deputy mayor blames the United States' carbon emissions for deadly heat wave
Paris Deputy Mayor Audrey Pulvar blamed the United States for a deadly heatwave in France, citing American cities' reliance on air conditioning and high greenhouse gas emissions. She highlighted Paris's efforts to combat climate change through energy-efficient measures and criticized the U.S. for not contributing similarly. The heatwave led to record temperatures, drowning incidents, and public restrictions in France.
- Europe can’t stand the heat
Europe is warming faster than any other continent, and the region is adapting too slowly to the rising temperatures. Oliver Morton, the planetary affairs editor, highlights this issue in the article.
- Brutal nights and humidity mark Europe’s record June temperatures
Europe experienced record June temperatures marked by brutal nights and humidity. Scientists note daytime peaks on the continent are rising three times faster than the global warming rate.
- Major power outage in France as Europe wilts under record heat
A record heatwave in Europe caused a major power outage in France, affecting 68,000 households after a transformer failure. Over 44 million people in France face extreme heat with temperatures reaching 39°C to 41°C, while air conditioner sales surged due to inadequate infrastructure for prolonged heatwaves.
- As Europe bakes in early heatwave, fan and air-con sales skyrocket
Europe is experiencing an unprecedented heatwave that has broken temperature records, leading to a surge in fan and air-conditioner sales. Experts attribute the extreme weather to atmospheric patterns and global warming, which trap hot air and cause temperatures to rise. France's national temperature indicator reflects the ongoing impact of this prolonged heat.
- Europe wilts under record heat as AC sales soar
Europe is experiencing record heat due to atmospheric patterns trapping hot air, leading to increased AC sales. Experts attribute this phenomenon to global warming.
- Scientists Warn of Summer Heat Spikes as Global Warming Edges Toward 2C
Scientists warn that summer heat spikes could reach 3.5 degrees Fahrenheit above pre-industrial levels as global warming approaches 2°C. Fossil fuel burning and human activities are cited as the primary causes of the rapid warming over the past decade. Atmospheric carbon dioxide concentrations hit a record high in May.
- As Global Warming Threatens Corals Worldwide, Woods Hole Scientists Search for ‘Super Reefs’ That Can Take the Heat
Woods Hole scientists are searching for 'super reefs' that can withstand global warming, which could help repopulate degraded reefs in the Central Pacific. The research is taking place in the Majuro lagoon in the Marshall Islands.
- The Climate Change Culprits Not Addressed by Global Policy
A new paper suggests that 15% of global warming comes from overlooked pollutants, which are not being addressed by global policy. Record-high global temperatures are not solely driven by well-known greenhouse gas culprits.
- As the world heats up, cities work to cool down
Global warming trends are causing more frequent and intense heat waves. Cities worldwide are implementing measures to mitigate extreme heat and adapt urban life to climate change.
- UN calls for 'urgent action' over oceans' 'deepening crisis'
The UN warns of a 'deepening crisis' in the oceans, which cover 70% of the planet and are critical to the global ecosystem, urging urgent global action against threats like global warming, pollution, and loss of marine life. A five-year report by 600 international scientists highlights the risk of an ice-free Arctic as early as the 2030s.
- Socialist vision to save the world from global warming by paying everyone 5,000 euros a month, halving working hours and telling them not to eat red meat is unveiled by academics
Academics have unveiled a socialist vision to address global warming by proposing a universal 5,000 euro monthly payment, halving working hours, and discouraging red meat consumption.
- The looming El Niño could be bad – but much worse is to come
Global warming is increasing the intensity and reach of El Niño events, which could become stronger and more far-reaching. The article highlights that these changes may lead to more severe impacts.
- Robust projections of risks to the Amazon rainforest
Amazonian deforestation is altering atmospheric moisture transport, potentially triggering dieback of most of the remaining forest even with low levels of global warming.
- China Briefing 28 May 2026: Deadly rains | China pushes back | Examining China’s carbon intensity metric
Central and eastern China experienced record rainfall, killing at least 25 people and prompting 280m yuan in government aid. Heavy rains linked to global warming and El Niño affected 20 provinces, with 500 weather stations recording historic levels. China criticized EU trade measures targeting its clean-energy industries, while EU debates policies to reduce reliance on Chinese goods.
- The Campaign Diary of Robert Kenyon Aged 41 and Three-Quarters (as imagined by John Crace)
Robert Kenyon criticizes Carol Vorderman for reacting to his comment about her fitness and dismisses concerns about global warming, advocating for increased fossil fuel use. He supports Tony Blair's stance against net zero, comparing current climate policies to historical Neanderthal eras.
- The US is seeing stronger storms, so why are droughts getting worse?
The U.S. is experiencing both severe droughts and intense storms due to rising global temperatures disrupting the water cycle. Warmer temperatures increase evaporation and cause precipitation to fall in heavy downpours, leading to flooding and reduced groundwater recharge.
- Unseasonal May heat wave grips Europe
The UK and France have recorded record May temperatures as Western Europe experiences an unseasonal heat wave linked to a 'heat dome.' The event highlights increasing climate extremes as global temperatures rise.
- Our Warming Planet Is a Petri Dish for New and Deadly Microbes
The article highlights how global warming is creating environments where deadly microbes like 'flesh-eating' bacteria and infectious fungi are emerging, threatening human health and altering microbiomes. It questions societal preparedness for these evolving microbial risks.
- Why dropping the worst-case climate scenario does not undermine the reality of global warming
The article discusses how abandoning the worst-case climate scenario does not negate the reality of global warming. It highlights a coal-fired power plant operated by Uniper in Gelsenkirchen, Germany, juxtaposed with a wind turbine, symbolizing the transition between energy sources.
- How do hurricanes and typhoons form and is climate change making them stronger?
The article explains how hurricanes and typhoons form as powerful tropical storms. It discusses how climate change is contributing to these storms becoming more intense as global temperatures rise.
- How do hurricanes and typhoons form and is climate change making them stronger?
The article explains how hurricanes and typhoons form as powerful tropical storms. It reports that these storms are becoming increasingly intense due to global warming and climate change.
- Trump, Zeldin to announce rollback of Biden refrigerant rules, saving $2.4B
Trump and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin will announce a rollback of two Biden administration refrigerant rules aimed at combating global warming. The administration claims this rollback will save consumers $2.4 billion.
- Earth is now heating up twice as fast as in previous decades
Earth is experiencing accelerated warming, heating up at twice the rate observed in previous decades. This represents a significant increase in the pace of global temperature rise, indicating intensifying climate change impacts.
- A solution to climate change? British scientists reveal controversial plan to sprinkle SALT into the sky to reflect the sun's rays and slow global warming
British scientists propose a controversial climate change solution involving the dispersion of salt into the atmosphere to reflect sunlight and reduce global warming. The plan aims to slow rising temperatures by altering solar radiation.
- Clean electricity meets all new demand, curbing fossil fuels, says Ember
Clean electricity met all new energy demand in 2025, leading to a decline in coal and gas power use, according to think tank Ember. However, the report notes that global warming remains a critical issue despite these advancements.
- A massive arctic thaw is unleashing carbon frozen for thousands of years
A new study shows that thawing Arctic permafrost is releasing ancient carbon into rivers and eventually the ocean, intensifying global warming.