Alpine Avalanche Alert: Heavy snow has triggered avalanche warnings in Austria’s mountainous east, with East Tyrol hit hardest; roads remain closed, some valleys are cut off, and power outages left about 4,000 homes without electricity after lines and trees were brought down. Aviation Climate Rules: The EU has launched legal action against Austria (and 12 other countries) for not setting up penalties under the ReFuelEU Aviation rules, aimed at boosting sustainable aviation fuels. Earth’s Rotation & Climate: New research from the University of Vienna and ETH Zürich finds climate-driven sea-level rise is measurably slowing Earth’s rotation, lengthening the day faster than in at least 3.6 million years. Wildlife Livestream: WWF Finland is using a hedgehog backyard livestream to spotlight declining hedgehog populations and the need for conservation action. Ötzi Microbes to Food: Scientists report yeast still active in Ötzi the Iceman’s frozen remains—used to make “very good” sourdough—adding to growing interest in ancient microbes. World Environment Day Education: In Ghana, pupils used poster drawings to campaign against deforestation and promote FMNR natural regeneration, supported by Awaken Trees Foundation of Austria.