Public land‑grant research university in Fort Collins, Colorado
The US Interior Department has proposed a flexible framework to spare some Lower Basin states from mandatory cuts for now, with deeper reductions possible in drier times. California, Nevada and Arizona would share halves of the cuts, tied to priority water rights, and the plan would be revisited every two years as conditions change. The move aims to keep the river reliable for millions while addressing drought and climate change.
Arizona State University has launched a bachelor’s degree in content creation through the Walter Cronkite School, overlapping with existing programs but featuring electives in podcasting, studio production, and on-camera work. The program has drawn criticism about its practicality, but universities are expanding such majors to align with evolving careers in media and the creator economy.
Scotland faces a growing wildfire threat as authorities escalate prevention efforts. Following Cairngorms blazes, firefighters and land managers are expanding fire breaks, boosting water sources, and accelerating peatland restoration to curb future fires.
El Niño has strengthened to historic levels, suppressing Atlantic hurricane formation. Forecasters say the pattern, alongside Saharan dust, will keep the Atlantic unusually quiet for the remainder of the season, while the Pacific remains highly active with several hurricanes.
Colorado State University has apologized for chants directed at BYU players and fans during a recent football game, saying mocking anyone’s faith has no place. BYU won 41-23, and CSU says it is addressing the incident with students. The incident echoes prior penalties in college football against other programs.
Tropical Cyclones Polo and Nolo are intensifying and threatening Mexico’s Pacific coast and Hawaii, with warnings of life-threatening flooding, mudslides, and widespread damage. Governments are mobilising evacuations, shelters, and power restoration efforts as forecasts shift.
Harvard has staged a dramatic comeback in Cambridge, rallying from a 17-14 deficit with four seconds left to beat Colgate 20-17. Teigan Pelletier caught a late pass at the 5 and pitched to Nate Bailey for the game-winning score. Bailey finished with 197 receiving yards and a touchdown on 16 receptions.
Across multiple regions, glacial ice is shrinking rapidly due to record heat and minimal snowfall in 2026, threatening water supplies, habitats and mountain hazards. Studies from Colorado to the Swiss Alps show continuing retreat, with some glaciers melting completely in places like St. Mary’s, while others persist in shaded pockets.