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Medvedev's bizarre shirt change in brutal US Open heat

Daniil Medvedev created one of the most unusual moments in US Open history when he demanded a ball girl remove his sweat-drenched shirt during brutal heat conditions that left him questioning player safety.

Raducanu retires as extreme heat halts Wuhan Open

Emma Raducanu's Wuhan Open campaign ended abruptly as extreme heat forced her retirement, while Novak Djokovic battled vomiting in conditions so severe tournament organisers suspended play.

Singapore GP Heat Crisis: FIA Issues Dire Driver Warning

Formula 1 drivers are bracing for one of the most physically demanding races of the season as extreme heat and humidity threaten to turn the Singapore Grand Prix into a survival battle, with the FIA implementing new safety measures.

Australia's Climate Crisis: Heat Deaths Soar as Seas Rise

A stark new Guardian podcast reveals the escalating human and economic costs of climate inaction in Australia, from deadly heatwaves to existential threats from sea-level rise. Experts warn that current policies are failing to match the scale of the crisi

UK Braces for 40C Heatwave with First September Amber Alert

The UK faces an extreme September heatwave with temperatures forecast to soar to 40°C, triggering the first-ever amber heat-health alert for the month. Authorities warn of significant health risks and transport disruptions.

2026 World Cup Under Grave Threat From Extreme Heat

A damning new report reveals extreme heat stress and severe weather events pose a grave threat to player and fan safety at the 2026 World Cup across the USA, Mexico, and Canada. Urgent calls for contingency plans are made.

UK Heatwave: 30C Temperatures Set to Return

Britain braces for another blast of summer heat as the Met Office forecasts a rapid temperature surge, with parts of the UK potentially hitting 30°C. Get the full forecast and expert insights.

UK Braces for Record 40°C Heat in 2025

The Met Office predicts unprecedented temperatures for summer 2025, potentially exceeding 40°C, as climate change accelerates extreme weather patterns across the UK.

Phoenix Heatwave Overwhelms Morgues as Deaths Soar

Exclusive report from Phoenix reveals a catastrophic public health crisis as extreme temperatures shatter records, pushing morgues to capacity and exposing deadly gaps in heat protection policies.

UK Heatwave: Expert Health and Sleep Survival Guide

As Britain braces for a sweltering heatwave, health experts reveal crucial advice on managing sleep, stress, and health risks during the extreme temperatures. Discover how to stay safe and cool.

Europe's Brutal Wildfire Season Ignites Early

Southern Europe is on high alert as an early and aggressive wildfire season ignites, with Greece and Turkey battling fierce blazes exacerbated by extreme heat and strong winds, raising fears of a catastrophic summer.

NWSL Enforces Stricter Heat Policy for 2025 Season

The National Women's Soccer League introduces a new, more aggressive heat policy for the 2025 season, featuring mandatory cooling breaks and potential match delays to prioritise player safety in extreme conditions.

Heatwaves Accelerate Human Ageing, Study Reveals

New research from the University of Leicester shows that extreme heat directly damages our cells' DNA, accelerating biological ageing and increasing vulnerability to age-related diseases.

Phoenix Hits 47.2°C in Record Southwest Heatwave

The US National Weather Service issues extreme heat warnings as Phoenix, Arizona, endures a historic heatwave with temperatures soaring to 47.2°C (117°F), posing severe health risks and straining infrastructure.

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