2026 wildfire season forecast: Record-breaking conditions expected across southern Europe

Scientists warn that persistent drought, combined with diverted firefighting resources, could make this summer the most destructive on record for Mediterranean forests.

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Deep-sea expedition discovers high-density coral reef system off the coast of Oman

Marine biologists say the pristine reef, found at 120 metres depth, hosts dozens of previously undocumented species and could be crucial for ocean biodiversity research.

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Satellite imagery reveals toxic smoke plumes spreading across three countries

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Arctic ice melt accelerates to fastest pace ever recorded in February data

New measurements from the European Space Agency show ice volume dropping 18% below the previous record low, compounding fears of an ice-free Arctic summer within a decade.

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