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- 1World Rivers Day highlights rivers running on empty▼World Rivers Day: Why rivers are running on empty
World Rivers Day is drawing attention to the worsening state of the world's rivers, many of which are shrinking, drying up or suffering from pollution and overuse. Coverage focuses on why rivers are 'running on empty', pointing to climate change, drought, damming and excessive water extraction as pressures leaving major waterways depleted and ecosystems at risk.
- 2Ukraine airdrops 4 tons of food into occupied Oleshky by drone●Ukrainian military delivers 4 tons of food to occupied Oleshky by drones, regional authorities said
Ukrainian forces delivered four tons of food to residents of Oleshky, a town in Kherson region under Russian occupation, using drones, regional authorities said. The operation highlights Kyiv's effort to support civilians cut off in occupied territory along the Dnipro River, and comes amid ongoing strikes and flooding aftermath affecting communities on the Russian-held bank.
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Residents of Oleshky, a town in Russian-occupied Kherson region on the Dnipro river, are reported to be cut off from aid, communication and escape routes, leaving civilians stranded without reliable access to help. The situation has drawn renewed attention to the plight of people living in occupied territories near the front line, where Ukrainian and international organizations have limited ability to reach those in need.
- 4Scientists Launch Major Study at Mississippi River's Mouth▼Near the Mississippi’s mouth, scientists are trying to predict the future. ‘A massive effort.’
Scientists are conducting a large-scale research effort near the mouth of the Mississippi River in Louisiana, working to predict the future of the region's environment. The project, described as 'a massive effort,' focuses on understanding how the delta and surrounding coast may change, an area central to Louisiana's ongoing land-loss and restoration challenges.
- 5Norris slams drivers he says shouldn't be in Formula 1 after Baku retirement▼Norris hits out at ‘some drivers that shouldn’t be in Formula 1’ after Baku DNF
Lando Norris retired from the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku and then criticised unnamed rivals, saying "some drivers shouldn't be in Formula 1". His remarks came after an on-track incident ended his race, sparking debate among fans and pundits about driving standards, stewarding and whether the Briton's title challenge is slipping as the season reaches a critical stage.
- 6Warm Sacramento River could kill one in five Chinook salmon eggs●California biologists warn Sacramento River heat could kill 1 in 5 Chinook salmon eggs
California biologists are warning that elevated water temperatures in the Sacramento River could kill roughly one in five Chinook salmon eggs, raising concern for a species already under strain from drought and habitat loss. The forecast has drawn attention to river management and dam operations during warm months.
- 7Plastic pollution building up in the Great Lakes▼Great waste in the Great Lakes: How plastic pollution is clogging our waters
A new report highlights the growing problem of plastic pollution in the Great Lakes, the largest body of freshwater in North America. The investigation details how plastic waste is accumulating in the lakes, affecting water quality, wildlife, and ecosystems across the region. Concerns focus on microplastics and litter entering the water through rivers, shorelines, and urban runoff.
- 8F1 drivers split over Monaco Sprint in 2027 calendar▼F1 drivers split over whether Monaco Sprint 'makes sense' after 2027 calendar announcement
Formula 1 drivers are divided over plans to stage a Sprint race in Monaco after the sport announced its 2027 calendar. Some drivers argue a short-format race makes little sense on Monaco's narrow streets, where overtaking is famously difficult, while others see value in the added spectacle at the sport's most iconic venue. The debate follows the release of the 2027 race schedule, which includes the new Monaco Sprint weekend.
- 9River cruise industry faces long-term climate risk●Is River Cruise at long term risk from climate change?
Question is being raised over whether the river cruise sector, a fast-growing part of European tourism, faces structural long-term threats from climate change. Recurring droughts and low water levels on major rivers such as the Rhine and Danube have already disrupted sailings in recent years, prompting debate about the industry's future viability if such conditions become more frequent.
- 10Norris Calls for One-Race Bans After Azerbaijan GP Collision▼Lando Norris: Drivers should have 'one-race ban' after collision with Franco Colapinto at Azerbaijan GP
Lando Norris says Formula 1 drivers should face a one-race ban for serious incidents, speaking after his collision with Franco Colapinto at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The McLaren driver argued harsher penalties are needed to deter reckless moves, sparking debate among fans and pundits over whether the FIA should introduce automatic bans for on-track contact.
- 11Norris says some drivers shouldn't be in F1 after Baku clash▼‘Some drivers shouldn’t be in F1’ – Norris on Baku clash
Lando Norris has launched a pointed criticism after his clash at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku, saying bluntly that 'some drivers shouldn't be in F1'. The McLaren driver's remark has stirred debate among fans and pundits about driving standards and stewarding at the top level of motorsport, with opinions divided over whether his comments were fair or an overreaction in the heat of the moment.
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Deutsche Welle examines how rivers are being transformed by global warming, exploring what hotter temperatures mean for water levels, flow patterns and the ecosystems and communities that depend on them. The report looks at how climate change is reshaping river systems worldwide as heat records continue to mount.
- 13DC Volunteers Join Ocean Conservancy's Coastal Cleanup in Anacostia▼DC volunteers participate in Ocean Conservancy's 2026 International Coastal Cleanup in Anacostia
Volunteers in Washington, DC took part in Ocean Conservancy's 2026 International Coastal Cleanup along the Anacostia River, joining a worldwide effort to remove trash from waterways and shorelines. The annual event draws millions of participants globally who collect and log litter to help reduce plastic pollution and inform cleanup policy.
- 144,000-home development proposed south of Cambridge●4,000 homes, schools, shops and riverside country park proposed for land south of Cambridge
Developers have put forward plans for a large new settlement on land south of Cambridge, including around 4,000 homes along with schools, shops and a riverside country park. The scheme would significantly expand the city's southern edge, adding substantial housing capacity in a region under acute development pressure. Local reaction to the scale of the proposal and its impact on infrastructure and green space is likely to be a key question as plans progress.