Climate Science & Forests: A new Nature Climate Change study finds mountain trees don’t all march uphill—water-handling traits can push some species downslope while others move higher, reshaping how forests may reorganize and where conservation should focus. Oil Spill Response: Oman says it’s working to contain a spill from a grounded tanker off the Hallaniyat archipelago, affecting about 390 sq km and threatening coral reefs, turtle nesting areas, and other sensitive marine habitat. Extreme Heat & Health: Kuwait faces very hot, humid conditions with fog reducing visibility and highs around 44–46°C, prompting warnings for people with asthma and other chronic illnesses. Climate Risk to Food Systems: Italy’s Parmigiano “cheese banks” are under pressure as extreme heat threatens aging and the wider dairy economy that uses wheels as loan collateral. Carbon Storage Accountability: California still hasn’t finalized carbon storage rules, even as injections begin at Elk Hills—raising questions about monitoring, cleanup responsibility, and what happens if things go wrong. Wildfire & Air Quality: Wildfire smoke has reversed parts of the U.S. ozone improvement trend since 2015, driving a deadly rise in ground-level ozone pollution. Energy Transition Politics: A U.S. appeals court ruled the Trump administration improperly terminated clean-energy funds, dealing a blow to efforts to dismantle the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund. Data Centers & Power Strain: New reporting highlights how AI-driven electricity demand is stressing the U.S. grid, with experts warning upgrades may not keep up.