Heat & Health: A UK heatwave pushed A&E demand to record levels in June, with NHS staff warning of an “onslaught of demand” as temperatures soared and health heat alerts were issued. Extreme Weather: Super Typhoon Bavi is battering Taiwan and threatens China’s coast after floods and storms killed 39 people, prompting emergency preparations and service shutdowns. Climate Impacts on Disease: Infectious-disease experts warn climate-driven displacement and food insecurity could make outbreaks harder to contain, citing UN figures on mass internal displacement. Energy Transition & Security: The Philippines is urged to speed up renewables, modernize power planning, and expand transmission to cut shortages and dependence on imported fuel. Carbon Markets: Abaxx’s carbon futures got a boost after Climate Impact X was approved as an eligible custodian, aiming to simplify post-trade handling of credits. Nature & Resilience: Uzbekistan approved a 2026–2030 desertification fight and “Green Samarkand” push, including large-scale reforestation and protective green belts. Local Stewardship: Big Sur tourism is under pressure as crowds and safety risks spur calls for better visitor management, including parking limits at Bixby Bridge. Agriculture Policy: The EU adopted its first Livestock Strategy plus a Protein Action Plan to reduce reliance on imported protein while addressing animal welfare and competitiveness.