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The 2026 El Niño Is on Track to Be the Strongest on Record
A new analysis suggests the 2026 El Niño could become the strongest since reliable records began, raising the risk of severe weather and lasting economic disruption worldwide. Its significance lies in how unusually warm Pacific waters can alter global weather patterns and add to human-driven climate warming. Using 667 simulations from 14 climate models, the…
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Watch live: Trump announces milestone in efforts to boost domestic nuclear production
President Trump announced executive actions intended to accelerate US nuclear-power development, presenting them as a milestone in efforts to expand domestic energy production. The measures matter because they seek to shorten approvals for new reactors, strengthen the nuclear fuel supply chain and increase nuclear generation as electricity demand rises. The administration’s stated goal is to…
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Water bosses’ total pay rises despite bonus ban and public fury over sewage
Water company executives’ total reported pay increased despite a government ban on bonuses for firms linked to serious pollution or financial failures. The disclosure is likely to intensify public and political anger over rising bills, sewage discharges and the financial instability of Thames Water, while raising questions about whether companies are circumventing the restrictions. Analysis…
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‘Buck Moon’ set to light up sky
The BBC reports that a “Buck Moon” will be visible in the night sky, with the full moon this month taking on the traditional nickname. The article is a short video piece encouraging stargazers to check the forecast for clear skies to catch the sight. Buck Moon is the name traditionally given to July’s full…
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Marina plans move forward after grant approval
Rotherham Council has approved £10,000 towards a feasibility study for restoring a nine-mile section of the Chesterfield Canal between Staveley and Kiveton Park. The study supports a long-term masterplan that could include a marina at Kiveton Waters, improved paths and restored canal infrastructure, advancing efforts to make the full canal route navigable. The wider Chesterfield…
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Rain returns for some parts of the UK
The BBC has reported that rain is set to return to some parts of the UK, offering a break from the recent spell of hot, dry weather. The update comes amid an ongoing period of heatwave conditions and drought concerns across parts of the country, making any rainfall notable for its potential to ease pressure…
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zayALLCAPS Breaks Down New Album My Uncle Told Me Some Real Ass Sh*t on the Phone Yesterday Track by Track: Exclusive
zayALLCAPS has discussed the making of his new album, My Uncle Told Me Some Real Ass Sh*t on the Phone Yesterday, describing it as his most ambitious and emotionally driven work to date. The Los Angeles-based artist says the record represents a culmination of years spent developing his abilities as a producer and vocalist, while…
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“It worked out for us that we’re all now in the midst of discovery, fear, confusion and glory”: It’s Rush, King Crimson, Sgt Pepper, Tom Waits and more. It’s the The Claypool Lennon Delirium’s personal AI hallucination
The Claypool Lennon Delirium have announced an elaborate new concept album, The Great Parrot-Ox And The Golden Egg Of Empathy, inspired by philosophical concerns about artificial intelligence. Les Claypool and Sean Ono Lennon use a whimsical prog-opera format to explore discovery, fear, confusion and wonder around AI, continuing the duo’s preference for ambitious and eccentric…
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The Cause FM: New Frequency Shines A Light On Community
The Cause FM: New Frequency, taking place on Saturday 25 July, is an event celebrating independent broadcasters, artists and music communities that support underground scenes. The article argues that, although streaming algorithms make global music discovery easier, human curators, venues and collectives remain vital because they take creative risks and build culture beyond commercial data.…