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Wildlife will be affected by current drought for years to come, UK government says
The number of potentially damaging environmental incidents triggered by this year’s hot and dry weather has surpassed that of 2025
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MetService forecasts second front bringing rain and wind across New Zealand
A second front is expected to cross the South Island from Wednesday evening, with Westland forecast to get the heaviest rain and cooler weather following recent gales.
Saudi-led pact nations hold Tehran talks to stop war reigniting
Defence pact members Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan send top officials to Iran for first high-level contact since war spread to kingdom and Yemen.
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