SEC Climate Disclosure Fight: Senators Whitehouse and Warren urged the SEC to drop a proposed rollback of climate-risk disclosure rules, warning it would hide systemic risks from investors. Water Crisis: England faces “flash drought” conditions, with water restrictions now affecting 27 million people as rivers and reservoirs run low. Wildfire & Air Impacts: Wildfire smoke is worsening health risks, while drought and heat are pushing climate adaptation efforts to the breaking point. Green Data Centres Pressure: Scotland is being challenged to deliver on its Green Data Centres Strategy after years of promises, with calls for clear guidance on what “green” actually means. Climate Finance for Indigenous Adaptation: A Pacific workshop in Fiji focused on scaling climate finance for Indigenous-led solutions and locally grounded adaptation. H5 Bird Flu Response: Australia is starting targeted vaccinations for vulnerable bird species, prioritizing captive birds where logistics are hardest in the wild. Energy Transition Tech: South Korea’s HD Hyundai Oilbank says it’s supplying engine oil for hydrogen internal combustion engines, aiming to support cleaner heavy transport. AI & Privacy: Italy’s draft AI decree would let police collect biometric data from people entering “sensitive” public areas, drawing criticism from its data protection authority. Extreme Weather Disruption: Tropical Storm Dolphin has cancelled hundreds of flights in China, adding to climate-linked disruption pressures.