Himalayan Climate Disaster: A deadly flash flood on the Nepal–Tibet border has killed hundreds and left more than 1,000 missing, with scientists pointing to a glacier collapse and debris flow as the trigger—an event made more likely as warming weakens glaciers and permafrost. Water & Food Stress: Europe’s drought and shrinking rivers keep forcing tough choices, while new data flags how heat and water scarcity are reshaping wildfire risk and river basins across the continent. Heat’s Human Toll in Germany: Germany reports record heat-related deaths this summer, adding fresh pressure on public health and emergency planning. EU Rules Under Scrutiny: The European Commission says Meta must adapt its “addictive” design commitments for minors in Europe too, as investigations continue. Nature Protection & Pollution: Ireland’s nitrates derogation extension faces renewed legal challenge after the Commission refused an internal review, amid concerns over agricultural nitrogen and water quality. Energy Transition Tension: Germany is piloting geothermal lithium extraction aimed at avoiding open-pit mining, as the race for battery metals intensifies. Coastal Heritage at Risk: A new open dataset maps climate exposure for hundreds of UNESCO coastal sites, highlighting flood and erosion threats.