Waste & Water Safety (Philippines): Manila Water urged East Zone customers to join August septic-tank desludging to prevent untreated wastewater from reaching drainage, groundwater, and waterways. Clean Rivers (UK): London Mayor Sadiq Khan launched a 10-year Clean Rivers and Waterways plan, saying none of the city’s rivers are in “good” condition and adding £2.7m to tackle sewage and pollution hotspots. Air & Wildfire Health (US): Wildfire smoke pushed Mid-South air quality to “moderate,” with warnings that particle pollution can hit people with respiratory issues. Ocean Protection (Kenya/Indian Ocean): Kenya Ports Authority-linked rerouting from Middle East conflict is increasing underwater noise, threatening whales and other marine life in the Western Indian Ocean. Waste-to-Energy Debate (Philippines): Environmental groups rejected Marcos’ push to amend waste rules for waste-to-energy, warning of toxic emissions and single-use plastic incentives. Electric Aviation (US): Madisonville Community College unveiled an all-electric training aircraft (Pipistrel Velis Electro), highlighting lower noise and zero tailpipe emissions. PFAS Cleanup Delays (US): USA TODAY reported nearly 20 New York military bases have delayed PFAS cleanup, extending deadlines and raising costs. Wildfire Crisis (Europe): Spain, France, and Greece battled major blazes, including deadly fires in Greece and large evacuations near Bordeaux. Marine Life Education (Canada): Ocean Wise brought whale-focused learning to Fraser Valley libraries, linking threats like noise and vessel strikes to ocean health. Recycling & Jobs (US/Tribes): EPA awarded $1.5m to Keweenaw Bay Indian Community for recycling upgrades and fish composting to cut landfill and pollution impacts.