Climate Accountability: A new investigation into the IPCC’s climate-report process spotlights links between Saudi oil interests and key authors, raising fresh conflict-of-interest concerns as the world prepares for the IPCC’s next assessment. Heat & Wildfire Pressure: A Portuguese-focused op-ed warns that global warming and extreme heat are reshaping Mediterranean tourism and could push travellers away from Europe’s “sizzling south,” even as Portugal’s appeal holds up for now. Urban Heritage Decarbonisation: The EU project POCITYF says historic cities can cut carbon without losing protected streetscapes, with results from places like Évora and Alkmaar showing real energy self-supply gains. Biodiversity Recovery: Britain’s European turtle doves get a boost: 30 birds were released in Hampshire as conservationists combine habitat restoration with monitored reintroduction after steep population declines. Energy Transition Watch: A report ranks southwest Europe’s offshore wind prospects for investors, noting tougher conditions and the need for smarter frameworks and permitting. Portugal Health Policy: Portugal’s 25-year drug decriminalisation model is highlighted again as a public-health approach that reduces harms by connecting people to treatment and support. African Swine Fever Response: Extremadura’s PSOE urges faster action and stronger coordination (including with Portugal) to prevent African swine fever spread, with hunters central to prevention plans. Climate Diplomacy: Climate Week in New York runs through 27 September, pushing energy-transition solutions and joint action amid visible climate impacts.