February 13, 2026

EPA Enforcement Against Major Polluters Collapses Under Trump Administration

EPA's actions against big polluters have dropped sharply from 26 consent decrees in Trump’s first year to just one in his second term. Enforcement of key environmental laws, including Clean Air and Superfund rules, has slowed drastically, raising fears of increased pollution and weaker industry accountability.

February 13, 2026

African Union Prioritizes ‘Water Wars’ Ahead as Climate Shocks Increase Tensions

Africa faces rising water conflicts in 2026 with droughts, floods, and disputes over shared rivers. Experts link climate change, resource scarcity and industry abuse to growing tensions, especially over the Nile. The African Union places water at the heart of its summit to tackle this growing security and humanitarian crisis.

February 13, 2026

Women-led Renewable Energy to Drive Rural India's Green Growth and Safety

India's energy progress hides rural women's ongoing struggles with unreliable power. Chhattisgarh leads with women-led decentralised renewables to create jobs and safer communities.

February 13, 2026

Nagarahole Adivasis Demand Wildlife Safari Ban to Continue, Cite Rising Human-Animal Conflict

Adivasis in Nagarahole want the Karnataka government's wildlife safari ban to remain. They blame safaris and forest clearing for animal conflicts and oppose the International Big Cat Alliance’s approach.

February 13, 2026

Pompeii Victims’ Wool Clothes Challenge Vesuvius Eruption Date in August CE 79

Pompeii victims were found wearing thick wool layers, unusual for hot August. New research questions the familiar eruption date of Mount Vesuvius in CE 79 and hints at harsher conditions during the disaster.