The Met Office warns of 40C+ temperatures this week as a rare red heat alert covers parts of southern England, Wales, and the Midlands. Cooler weather expected by the weekend, but long-range forecasts predict further hot conditions in July.
Sleep expert Sammy Margo warns against cold showers before bed during a heatwave, recommending lukewarm showers instead to gradually lower core body temperature and promote relaxation.
A red heat warning has been issued for parts of the UK as temperatures could reach 39C, potentially breaking the June record. Experts warn the NHS is unprepared for this new climate reality.
A copperback quail-thrush sighting in South Australia's Mallee forest makes delaying breakfast worthwhile for birdwatchers.
A lightning strike set a home ablaze in Emersons Green, Bristol, on June 22, 2026. Residents escaped unharmed, but the roof and first floor were destroyed. Five fire crews responded, and the incident was one of five lightning-related fires that day.
Monty Don shares three essential plants for a perfect July garden: dahlias, roses, and shallots, with expert planting tips.
Renewable energy is overtaking traditional power in Africa, driven by cost, speed and reliability. Solar and wind projects lead, with record capacity additions in 2025.
Dozens died during heatwaves in Greater Manchester last year. UKHSA data shows 1,504 heat-associated deaths in England in 2025, with Bedfordshire at highest risk. Red health warning issued as temperatures could hit 40C.
Six-yearly swan census tracks diverging fortunes of whooper and Bewick’s swans in UK and Ireland, with climate change a likely factor.
A simple repellent using lemon and cloves can keep flies away during the UK's 40C heatwave. Interior designer Keely Smith explains how the scent deters pests.
Afghan sisters in Iran use Kyokushin karate to empower women despite deportations and rising hostility.
A 65-year-old California man died in a suspected shark attack while swimming 60 yards off a Maui beach, the first fatal shark incident in Hawaii since 2015.
VisitScotland has revealed a list of Scotland's best seafood shacks, highlighting must-try dishes like wholetail scampi and fish tacos at coastal spots from North Berwick to Ullapool.
Households must check relatives' digital landlines before the heatwave ends. Power outages could disrupt phone service for millions of vulnerable people.
Andy Burnham was sworn in as MP for Makerfield after a byelection win, met with heckles and cheers in the Commons. This follows Keir Starmer's resignation as PM.
Mobility improves daily tasks and reduces pain. Experts explain how to start with simple exercises like sitting on the ground and mobility snacks.
Andrew Keeley shares a cost-effective barbecue method using a milk crate and bricks, contrasting with luxury trends. Plus letters on Iran sanctions, Hormuz, and more.
As US-Iran peace talks begin, Iranians face a devastating economy and government repression. Journalist Shirin Jaafari reports on daily life under war and protest risks.
A California court dismissed a Trump administration lawsuit against Los Angeles over its sanctuary city ordinance, marking a legal victory for the city.
Researchers discovered Taiwan's tallest tree, a 1,000-year-old Taiwania cryptomerioides reaching 84.1 metres, named Heaven Sword of the Da’an River. It hosts diverse wildlife and stores carbon, but faces threats from climate change.
The Met Office has issued a rare red weather warning for England, with temperatures potentially reaching 40C (104F), coinciding with a powerful El Niño event.
Baby banks in the UK supported 400,000 children in 2025, an 11% increase year-on-year, with demand for formula, cots, and beds rising sharply amid child poverty crisis.
A hybrid crow in Germany highlights that hooded and carrion crows can interbreed, with genetic studies showing only 0.28% difference, yet mate choice keeps them distinct.
The Strait of Hormuz closure and El Niño create a 'compound shock effect,' risking millions of tonnes of rice production and driving up energy and food costs across Southeast Asia.
Vegetables take centre stage in Korean cooking. Joo Won shares recipes for asparagus and courgette pajeon with soy-vinegar dip and green vegetable japchae.
The 1976 UK heatwave, with 15 days above 32C, is now a baseline as global heating pushes temperatures toward 40C, causing red warnings and hundreds of deaths.
Australia's pesticide regulator has decided to keep the herbicide paraquat legal despite bans in over 70 countries, citing insufficient evidence of a causal link to Parkinson's disease, but with stricter usage controls.
Ed Miliband announces over £100bn in private green investment since Labour took office, highlighting job creation and economic growth, as experts counter claims that net zero targets hinder the economy.
Liberal frontbencher Andrew Hastie will receive additional security after a One Nation-fuelled campaign against him, including over his stance on Ben Roberts-Smith war crimes allegations.
In HBO documentary 'The Welcome Table', director Josh Fox travels globally to highlight climate change impacts, featuring voices from Kenya, Brazil, and the US, arguing that global warming is a form of oppression driving mass migration.