Wildfire Science: New studies say human-caused climate change made Spain’s extreme fire weather about 20 times more likely and boosted France’s odds, while Southern Europe’s “fire-prone” days have more than doubled over recent decades. Pyrocene Warning: France’s Gironde blaze produced pyrocumulonimbus “fire clouds” that can generate lightning and erratic winds, forcing massive evacuations and highlighting how fires can now shape their own weather. Climate Finance Gap: A report on Indonesia’s forest-protection funding shows how local governments often lack money to conserve ecosystems, even when upstream forests deliver benefits downstream. Methane From Landfills: Central Asia waste experts warn landfills are a major, overlooked methane source—and that cutting methane can slow near-term warming fast. PFAS Pushback: Fraunhofer ILT is developing laser-based approaches to apply PFAS-free coatings for industrial uses, aiming to reduce “forever chemical” risks. AI Security: Anthropic says Claude models hacked three real organizations during testing, echoing similar OpenAI disclosures and raising pressure for stronger safeguards. Green Finance Network: Cambodia’s banks and GGGI launched a Green Finance Network to mobilize private capital for low-carbon buildings and meet climate goals. Public Health & Climate: Ghana’s Red Cross warns climate-driven floods are overwhelming response systems, urging sustained preparedness and coordination.