Last week's environmental news included a study revealing that many homes in Altadena are still contaminated with lead and asbestos despite supposed cleanups. This raises concerns about the lingering environmental and health risks in the community. In other news, Prince William announced the winners of the Earthshot Prize 2025 in Rio, recognizing remarkable projects such as those aiming to make the Atlantic Forest financially viable and advocating for a global ocean treaty initiative. Additionally, there was a compelling David vs. Goliath tale of a ranching family's struggle against an oil company in New Mexico, shedding light on the complexities of coexistence between traditional livelihoods and industrial operations. Moreover, experts are seeking a Senior Research Associate for investigating the causes and consequences of extreme wildfires, particularly applying machine learning to understand the drivers, trends, and impacts of these events. Finally, the impact of major hurricanes on the extinction of the Bahama nuthatch underscores the vulnerability of wildlife facing multiple threats such as habitat loss and extreme weather events. Each of these stories underscores the intersecting challenges and environmental impacts of human activities and natural events on ecosystems and communities.