The recent environmental news encompasses a wide range of topics, from tax breaks for green energy to the impact of weather service cuts on agriculture and wildfire danger. A call to close loopholes rather than pursue subsidies for renewables has sparked debates around the most effective paths towards expanding the renewable energy sector. Meanwhile, concerns have been raised about staffing shortages at the National Weather Service and their impact on crucial forecasting, particularly in the context of worsening wildfire conditions. Additionally, UCLA researchers have initiated a new network of air pollution monitors in northwest L.A. areas near the Palisades fire, highlighting the importance of tracking air quality in fire-affected regions. On a global scale, the World Trade Organization's Sixth Trade and Environment Week signaled increasing momentum in climate-trade policies despite existing trade tensions and uncertainties about the organization's future. These discussions are particularly significant in the context of the United States' actions violating WTO agreements and withholding financial contributions. The intersection of trade and environmental policies is crucial for addressing climate change and fostering international cooperation towards sustainable practices.