COP26
Live Updates: End of Coal Power 'In Sight' as 40+ Countries Agree to Quit
The end of coal power is "in sight" as over 40 countries agree to quit the polluting power source before 2050 - but major players including the U.S. are refusing to sign up. Follow Newsweek's liveblog for all the latest.
Russia Hits Back at Joe Biden's Criticism of Vladimir Putin's COP26 Absence
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov responded to Biden's criticism of the Russian leader's climate change attitude.
Harry's Carbon Pledge Misses U.K. Front Pages As Charles Gets Turn to Shine
Prince Harry and his wife Meghan pledged to be net zero on carbon by 2030—but his father Charles made a bigger splash in British newspapers.
China Shrugs Off Biden's Criticism for Skipping COP26, Cites Energy Feats
While speaking at the COP26 summit Monday, President Joe Biden said that it was a "big mistake" for China not to make an in-person appearance at the talks.
Gas Industry Group Warns Biden's Climate Pledge Means Higher Energy Prices
The American Exploration & Production Council said new regulations curbing methane could raise compliance costs. It also took aim at a proposed methane tax.
Look to the Midwest for U.S. Climate Leadership
What happens in the Midwest could make or break climate progress the world over.
Video of Christiane Amanpour Quizzing Johnson on Masks Watched 1.4M Times
Johnson was criticized for sitting next to the 95-year-old naturalist and environmental icon Sir David Attenborough without wearing a face covering.
Harry's Carbon Pledge Pressures Royals After Queen Omits Him From Speech
It may be hard for the royal family to reach net zero by 2030 as castles and palaces are hard to make energy efficient due to their age and listed status.
Biden: 'Anyone Who Is Focused on the Environment Should Be Worried'
President Joe Biden appeared upbeat as his overseas trip came to an end on Tuesday, touting climate change initiatives and progress working with other countries.
Biden 'Cowardly' for Bowing to Manchin, Hunger Strike Leader Says
Abby Leedy tells Newsweek why she confronted the West Virginia Senator in Washington, D.C. last week for not supporting a transformative climate change bill.
China Defends Fossil Fuel Emissions, Criticizes Trump's Accord Withdrawal
At the U.N. climate conference, Chinese climate negotiator Xie Zhenhua spoke about why the nation is so reliant on fossil fuels.
Biden Flashed by 'Large, Naked Scottish Man' While Traveling to Glasgow
The president was in Scotland to meet with world leaders for the U.N.'s climate change conference when the incident occurred.
Methane and CO2 Compared As White House Unveils New Greenhouse Gas Pledge
Dozens of countries have now promised to slash emissions of methane, a highly polluting greenhouse gas.
Jeff Bezos Says Space Flight Persuaded Him To Do More To Save Earth
The Amazon founder pledged $2 billion to protect the environment while speaking at the COP26 event in Glasgow.
U.K. Apologizes to Israeli Minister Who Missed COP26 Over Wheelchair Access
Both the U.K. minister for the Middle East and North Africa and the U.K.'s ambassador to Israel have apologized formally to Karine Elharrar-Hartstein.
Queen Pays 'Very Personal' Tribute to Prince Philip With Butterfly Brooch
Queen Elizabeth II wore the Onslow Brooch as she sat near a photograph of her late husband, Prince Philip, during her COP26 address to world leaders.
Joe Biden 'Asleep' at Climate Summit Sparks Wave of Criticism and Sympathy
"America is in crisis, and Joe Biden is asleep at the wheel," House Republicans tweeted after a video showing Biden with his eyes closed during a speech at COP26 went viral.
Queen Omits Prince Harry From COP26 Speech in Echoes of Royal Exit Dispute
Queen Elizabeth II made no mention of Prince Harry's work on climate change as she instead praised William and Charles to world leaders including Joe Biden.
Trump Slams Biden for Appearing to Fall Asleep During Climate Summit Speech
"Nobody that has true enthusiasm and belief in a subject will ever fall asleep!" Trump said.
5 Alarming Studies That Show Why the COP26 Climate Summit Is Important
The World Health Organization said in a report published before the conference: "Climate change is the single biggest health threat facing humanity. The burning of fossil fuels is killing us."
Johnson Likens Climate Situation to James Bond Attempt to Diffuse a Bomb
Britain's prime minister called for immediate action on global warming at the opening of the U.N. climate conference in Scotland.
COP26 Live Updates: Over 100 countries pledge to end deforestation by 2030
Major negotiations are underway between world leaders at the COP26 climate summit in Glasgow as countries attempt to strike a deal that will hit the 1.5C global warming target. Follow Newsweek's liveblog for all the latest.
Supreme Court Poses New Challenge to a Biden Climate Agenda
The Supreme Court agreed to hear a case surrounding an appeal's court decision on the Trump-era Affordable Clean Energy rule.
More Funding is Critical for the Most Vulnerable to Survive Climate Change
Greater ambition from the world is needed to fend off the climate crisis.
Joe Manchin Confronted by Hunger Strikers Over Fossil Fuel Emissions
Abby Leedy, 20, accused the West Virginia senator of avoiding having a meeting with climate activists.
Schwarzenegger Slams Leaders As 'Stupid' or 'Liars' Over Climate Policies
On the eve of the COP26 environmental summit, the "Terminator" star and former California governor said his state showed you could create jobs while tackling climate change.
Pope's Plea for 'Concrete Hope' on Climate Crisis Ahead of Joe Biden Visit
The pontiff said current crises have created the need to take "radical decisions that are not always easy."
The Problem with Climate Change? Communication
Congress should develop a long-term budget that shows how much the transition will cost, how the funding will be provided and who will pay.
Queen Will Step Back if Health Becomes Detrimental to Monarchy—Biographer
Queen Elizabeth II pulled out of a string of royal appearances on medical advice, raising questions about whether a point may come when she has to stand down.
Airbnb Bans Host Trying to Swindle Extra $2K From COP26 American Delegation
An Airbnb spokesperson told Newsweek: "We have zero tolerance for this behavior and have taken action against the host."