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Pocock says voters have ‘buyer’s remorse’ after Labor approves massive gas development’s 40-year extension

Fortescue CEO also says suggestion Australia can lock in fossil fuel projects and claim progress on net zero is ‘concerning’

The Guardian - AU

Company directors who cause nature damage in Scotland could face jail

New ecocide bill in Scottish parliament aims to criminalise environmental destruction in line with EU directive

The Guardian - UK

Government steps in to deliver new reservoirs amid water supply concerns

The Environment Secretary has designated two new reservoirs as ‘nationally significant’ to speed up the planning process.

Evening Standard

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What is ecocide and could it become a crime under international law?

Classing grievous acts of environmental harm as crimes against peace may hold states and corporations to account

The Guardian - UK

Parents Are Burning Out Trying to Afford ‘Good’ Childcare

The search for good childcare used to be stressful. Now, it’s downright exhausting—mentally, emotionally, and financially. Parents aren’t just looking for a safe place to drop their kids off during work hours; they’re expected to find nurturing environments with enriching activities, highly trained staff, and rave reviews… all while paying…

Kids Ain't Cheap

Clean energy, environment unity ticket on nature laws

An alliance of conservation and renewable energy groups want environment protection reform back on track and the "nature versus climate" narrative put to bed.

AAP

PM lashes 'predictable' accusations on defence spending

Australia has been warned to increase its defence spending as it faces serious threats but the prime minister supported his government's military budget.

AAP

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Oil companies win protections from Texas Legislature ahead of selling fracking water

At least four companies say they are prepared to treat the water well enough to be released into rivers in West Texas. Environmental groups say the state is moving too fast.

The Texas Tribune

Cutting nature-friendly farming budget would be ‘devastating’, Government warned

Environmental and farming groups have reacted with dismay to reports that funding for sustainable agriculture will be cut in the spending review.

Evening Standard

10 Popular Foods That Don’t Belong in Your Fridge (But You’re Doing It Anyway)

Refrigeration is essential for keeping many foods fresh and safe to eat. We automatically store dairy, meat, and leftovers in the cold. However, not all foods benefit from a chilly environment. In fact, for some popular items, refrigeration can actually degrade their texture, diminish their flavor, or even shorten their…

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No one committed to Paris goals can seriously argue Woodside’s LNG project should operate until 2070

Forty-year extension of North West Shelf gas project granted by environment minister Murray Watt will result in huge greenhouse gas emissions, putting the already degraded Indigenous rock art at risk

The Guardian - AU

A common parasite can decapitate human sperm − with implications for male fertility

Male fertility rates have been plummeting over the past half-century. An analysis from 1992 noted a steady decrease in sperm counts and quality since the 1940s. A more recent study found that male infertility rates increased nearly 80% from 1990 to 2019. The reasons driving this trend remain a mystery,…

The Conversation

Spain aims to ban flushing of wet wipes, with manufacturers paying for cleanup

Government’s draft legislation also includes ban on releasing disposable party balloons into the environment

The Guardian - UK

Good news at last for wild swimmers? UK water company bosses hit with record £123m fine after 'failing to protect the environment', polluting rivers and lakes with raw sewage

Following two investigations, the largest water company in the UK has been slapped with the penalty for polluting rivers and for paying out cash to investors while failing customers

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The Independent UK

Thames Water fined record £123m over sewage breaches and dividend payments

Regulator Ofwat said Thames had ‘let down its customers and failed to protect the environment’ as it issued the water industry’s biggest ever fine.

Radio France Internationale

SUN: Keep calm, say cheese! French photo festival goes ‘so British’ this summer

For its 22nd edition, La Gacilly International Photo festival in western France is featuring 10 outdoor exhibitions in honour of big names in British photography including Martin Parr, Terry O’Neill and Don McCullin. Spread across the town’s picturesque parks, nine other exhibitions display environmental themes, with a special focus on…

Evening Standard

Why was Thames Water fined? London utility company to pay £123m

Thames Water has been hit with a record fine due “to a significant breach of the company’s legal obligations”

AAP

US fuel tanks in Top End not built for severe cyclones

Huge fuel tanks for the US military in the Top End could be smashed by a big cyclone, potentially endangering local communities and the environment.

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The Guardian - UK

Thames Water hit with £123m of fines over sewage and dividend breaches

As Ofwat imposes record fine for environmental failing, minister says ‘era of profiting from failure is over’

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21 Inspiring Comics Made By Some Of The Most Famous Artists That Highlight Environmental Issues

Comic strips published by Rewriting Extinction are capturing the attention of young audiences and inspiring them to learn about the environment and take action.

Evening Standard

Thames Water hit with biggest ever fine of £122.7m over pollution and dividends

Regulator Ofwat said the utility giant ‘failed to protect the environment’ and issued the combined penalty as part of two separate investigations.

Evening Standard

Thames Water hit by record £123 million fines over "betrayal of customers"

Huge penalties relate to “systemic” wastewater failures and breaches of rules over dividend payments

The Guardian - UK

Heathrow ‘responded well’ to power outage, review finds; Ofwat fines Thames Water £123m – as it happened

‘The evidence confirms that Heathrow made the right decisions in exceptionally difficult circumstances,’ Ruth Kelly finds

The Conversation

Green light for gas: North West Shelf gas plant cleared to run until 2070

In a decision surprising very few people, Australia’s new environment minister Murray Watt has signed off on an extension for the gas plant at Karratha, part of the enormous North West Shelf liquefied natural gas project.

The Guardian - AU

Woodside toxic spill near Ningaloo Reef world heritage area under investigation

Estimated 16,000 litres of petroleum products spilled into Indian ocean on 8 May during decommissioning works at Griffin field

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