EU ETS Overhaul: Malta says it won key concessions in the EU’s carbon market rewrite, but business groups warn island states still face disproportionate decarbonisation costs. Carbon Finance Push: Pakistan’s CEO workshop spotlights carbon credits as a growth lever, linking climate action to investment and competitiveness. Climate Accountability in Courts: California’s “Lithium Valley” fight heads to appeal over the Hell’s Kitchen project near the Salton Sea, with critics citing water, air and cumulative impacts. Climate Litigation Scrutiny: A US congressional probe targets a lead attorney’s conflict in a $51bn climate lawsuit against Chevron. Heat and Health: UK research links recent intense heat to climate change, with temperatures running several degrees hotter than baseline. Food and Nutrition: A global review warns climate change is eroding nutrients, accelerating “hidden hunger” risks. Water and Rivers: India’s NMCG drafts a fresh plan for small river rejuvenation, stressing community responsibility and tailored restoration. Clean Farming Tools: FAO launches CropSuit to match crops to local soil and climate, aiming to boost yields and resilience. Data Centers vs Environment: Australia moves to set national guardrails for AI data centers, citing power use and local impacts. Protected Areas Under Pressure: Kenya’s High Court clears a road through Aberdare National Park, saying safeguards are adequate. Climate-Linked Disasters: China reports severe flood-season hazards, framing disaster response around saving lives first.