Europe Climate Reality Check: A new European State of the Climate 2025 report says the continent is warming fast enough that impacts are no longer “future talk” — 95% of Europe saw above-average temperatures in 2025, with record heat reaching deep into the Arctic. North Atlantic Ocean Shift: A study warns that as the Atlantic overturning circulation weakens, salinity swings could become the bigger danger than temperature, with extreme salt changes projected to grow sharply by 2300. Oceans Under Pressure: The UN’s World Ocean Assessment flags “severe and intensifying” stress on marine life and says global sea-level rise has doubled over the past decade. Iceland Energy Debate: Iceland’s environment minister backs the Hvalávirkjun hydropower project as a key fix for Westfjords power security, including plans to boost capacity and grid resilience. Ocean Data at Risk: The US plans to dismantle major ocean sensor systems, creating a climate “blind spot” for long-term monitoring, including in the Irminger Sea near Iceland. Mosquitoes Moving North: Health officials warn that even tiny standing water can fuel mosquito breeding, as climate-driven spread raises disease risks. Arctic Research & Communities: Researchers call for better ways to study the Arctic that match Indigenous and local priorities as geopolitical interest grows. Northern Lights Access: A travel guide highlights where and when to chase auroras across the Nordics, including Iceland.