Some major carbon-emitting countries are hinting they may follow suit as the US opts to ramp up fossil fuels.

Nearly 200 nations agreed to try to limit global warming to 1.5C in a 2015 deal signed in the French capital.

The White House announces a "national energy emergency" to reverse US climate regulations and boost oil and gas.

The record rise is incompatible with keeping global warming to 1.5C according to the Met Office.

Two climate activists are in police custody for spraying chalk paint on the Westminster Abbey grave.

Human activities are causing the world to heat up, posing serious threats to people and nature.

Last year was the world's warmest on record, bringing temperatures above a politically symbolic milestone.

Carbon emissions need to be cut to 'net zero' by 2050 to avoid the most dangerous climate impacts.