Congress MLA Threatens Resignation Over Gadag Drought Declaration

Congress MLA Patil threatened to resign over the government’s failure to declare Gadag a drought-hit area despite a 49% rainfall deficit. He said, “If nothing happens even till then, by October 10, I will decide to resign my legislator post.” Officials ignored the Chief Minister’s September 1 visit findings.

Australia’s population crisis is deepening, but a 'baby bonus' won't fix the real economic pain families face.

Australia’s 2026 intergenerational report projects that deaths will soon outnumber births. Population growth is expected to slow to 0.9% over four decades, dragging future economic growth down to 2%. Many worry about this trend, but experts said the quality of growth matters more than just making the pie bigger.

Clogged drains, vacant plots pose challenge to anti-dengue drive in Patiala

Clogged drains and vacant plots are hindering anti-dengue efforts in Patiala despite door-to-door checks. Officials found mosquito-breeding sites in many areas. Senior Deputy Mayor Harinder Kohli said, "Public participation was essential to prevent mosquito breeding." The administration warned owners to clean vacant plots or face penalties to stop the disease.

Discovery of new Australian stick insect species reveals case of mistaken identity

Researchers identified two new stick insect species, Anchiale robusta and Anchiale mabiensis, in far north Queensland. A study in Austral Entomology showed that one species was misidentified for decades. Dr. Braxton Jones said, "When we went out into the field, that was our first hint that there was a complicated story."

Nuclear power is back on Southeast Asia's energy agenda

Southeast Asian nations are reviving nuclear power plans to meet rising electricity demand and climate goals. On September 8, Vietnam and South Korea agreed to cooperate on the Ninh Thuan 2 plant. Many countries now target nuclear operations by 2032. Experts say, "Nuclear energy is deemed to be the viable solution."

Endangered Black Robin aka 'Karure' named New Zealand's Bird of the Year

New Zealand’s critically endangered black robin, known as the "karure", has been named the 2026 Bird of the Year. The bird got over 25,000 votes in a record contest. Rebecca Hatch said, "The jokes are funny, but underneath it all t serious message" about native bird conservation.

'Jaw-dropping': Super El Niño bursts through temperature record months ahead of peak

The El Niño phenomenon reached a record 3.05C temperature in the Pacific Ocean, surpassing the 2015 high. Climate scientist Zeke Hausfather said, "this event is leaving those past ones in the dust." This super El Niño is supercharging the climate crisis, likely making 2027 the hottest year ever recorded globally.

Bavarian delegation meets MP to explore Karnataka-Bavaria cooperation

A Bavarian delegation met Mysuru-Kodagu MP Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar in Mysuru on Sunday. They discussed cooperation in sustainability, water management, and heritage conservation. The group explored ways to share technology and best practices for climate resilience. They also invited the MP to visit Bavaria to build stronger institutional partnerships soon.

'Planetary boundaries' necessary for flourishing of life have been massively breached, scientists warn

Scientists warn that seven of the nine planetary boundaries necessary for life have been breached at their highest levels ever. Boris Sakschewski said, "The diagnosis is unambiguous - pressure is rising across every planetary boundary already outside the safe operating space." Pollution and habitat destruction caused this grim health check.

Saving the Joshua tree: California secures a 'climate refuge' to protect our desert’s future.

California acquired 640 acres near Pioneertown on August 24 to protect western Joshua trees. The state said this land is a top future habitat as the climate changes. Officials are now working with the Native American Land Conservancy to ensure tribes help manage the area for long-term species survival.

Vaccines for ash trees and gene-edited butterflies among UK projects to get £30m funding

The UK’s Advanced Research and Invention Agency announced 14 projects on Monday to receive £30m in funding. These teams will use biotechnology to help species like ash trees and butterflies adapt to climate change. Yannick Wurm said, "This cohort is a first exploration of how we can harness biotechnology."

Bringing dead coral reefs back to life with art?

Artist Marco Barotti uses 3D-printed sculptures and sound to help dead coral reefs recover. Climate change and pollution currently threaten these vital ecosystems. By playing recordings of healthy reefs underwater, he hopes to attract fish back to damaged areas. This creative project shows how sound helps marine life return home.