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US Open racism row over mocked Chinese food commentary

American tennis star Taylor Townsend ignites a firestorm after calling out 'open racism' and 'ignorant' mocking of Chinese food during a US Open broadcast, sparking a major debate on cultural sensitivity in sports commentary.

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

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.

Uniqlo's 'Plantation' Tennis Tournament Sparks Hawaii Outrage

Japanese clothing giant Uniqlo faces mounting criticism for sponsoring a tennis tournament held at a Hawaiian resort still named 'Plantation', with activists calling the term a painful reminder of the island's oppressive colonial past.

Brisbane Radio Apologises to Senator Fatima Payman

A major Brisbane radio station has publicly apologised to Senator Fatima Payman following controversial remarks made during a broadcast. The incident has sparked discussions about media responsibility and cultural sensitivity.

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.

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.

Disney Scraps Live-Action 'Aristocats' Remake

Walt Disney Studios has abruptly cancelled its planned live-action remake of the 1970 animated classic 'The Aristocats' following creative challenges and backlash over potential cultural sensitivities, dealing a significant setback to their lucrative rema

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.

Severe Heatwave Grips US West Coast with Record Temperatures

A severe and prolonged heatwave is set to engulf the western United States, with dangerously high temperatures forecast from Washington through Oregon to California. The National Weather Service warns of potential record-shattering heat, health risks, and

Florida Heatwave Shatters Records at 110°F+

Miami and South Florida endure a brutal heatwave with record-breaking 'feels like' temperatures exceeding 110°F (43°C), triggering urgent health warnings from the National Weather Service.

UK heatwave: Temperatures to hit 30°C this week

Britain braces for a blistering heatwave as temperatures soar, with forecasters predicting the hottest days of the year so far. Find out which regions will sizzle the most and how long the sunshine will last.

Avoid these costly summer driving mistakes

Experts reveal the most common summer driving mistakes that could lead to fines, breakdowns, or even accidents. Stay safe and legal on the road this season.

UK heatwave: Met Office issues yellow alerts

The Met Office has issued yellow heat-health alerts for most of England, with temperatures set to soar this weekend. Find out which regions will be affected and how to stay safe.

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