A four-hour warning has been issued for Merseyside and other areas as extreme heat is expected, with temperatures potentially reaching 40°C. The Met Office urges people to avoid exercise between 11am and 3pm.
France bans alcohol sales and closes hundreds of schools and train services as a brutal heatwave pushes temperatures above 40°C, with a red alert covering 49 departments.
Greta Thunberg warns that the 40°C heatwave hitting the UK is 'only the beginning' of the climate crisis, criticising leaders for having 'heads buried in the sand'.
Some London schools will close early this week as a rare red heat warning is issued, with temperatures expected to reach 38-40°C in parts of England and Wales, potentially breaking the June record set in 1976.
A doctor shares a simple £1 tip using ice packs to cool down during the UK heatwave, with temperatures predicted to hit 39°C, potentially breaking the June record.
The summer of 1976 brought a record-breaking two-month heatwave, widespread drought, an insect plague and impromptu street floods to Merseyside, serving as a benchmark for extreme UK summers.
Bolton Council brings forward bin collection times to 6am during extreme heatwave, protecting crews from high temperatures up to 38C. Amber heat warning in effect.
Machrihanish Holiday Park in Argyll has been named the best coastal campsite in the UK for summer 2026, with a rating of 8.85/10, affordable pitches from £26, and beach just 0.6 km away.
Asda's £1.62 liquid talc from the baby aisle prevents chafing during heatwaves, offering a lightweight alternative to shorts or tights for summer comfort.
As the UK faces extreme heat with temperatures up to 39°C, a 2012 study suggests hot tea or coffee may cool you down in dry conditions, but not in humid weather.
Greater Manchester Police Chief Constable Sir Stephen Watson says his officers will not take the knee or wear rainbow lanyards, acknowledging the 'anti-woke' label after the Henry Nowak murder case.
North Lanarkshire Council abandons plans to replace Coatbridge's Time Capsule ice rink after 78% of respondents opposed closure. MSP Fulton MacGregor and MP Steven Bonnar welcome the decision.
As UK temperatures hit 40C, experts advise opening windows from 8pm to 9am only. Keep them closed during the day to trap cooler air inside.
Danny Goram has publicly backed Stephen Reside, who is carrying Andy Goram's unused 1998 World Cup kilt to this year's tournament to raise funds for Scotland's cerebral palsy football team.
Prince William called on global tech CEOs to 'be the leader you wanted to be when you were growing up' at a London forum, securing a first-ever commitment to end wildlife trafficking on platforms like Google, Meta, and TikTok.
The RSPCA confirms ice cubes are safe for dogs, debunking bloat myths, and shares essential tips to protect pets as temperatures near 40°C.
The UK government proposes closing a loophole in the Broadcasting Act 1996 to ensure World Cup fixtures and highlights remain free online, protecting BBC and ITV rights.
Adding fibre, protein, and healthy fats to meals can prevent blood sugar spikes, which cause energy crashes and cravings, says health coach Steve Bennett.
Two children, aged 2 and 4, were found dead in their mother's car in Carpentras, France, during a 38°C heatwave. The mother was unaware they were inside. Europe faces record temperatures.
UK households are urged to check fridges and freezers as a heatwave with temperatures up to 40C hits, with red warnings and health alerts in place.
Asda's liquid talc, priced at £1.62, prevents chafing during the UK heatwave. It applies like lotion and dries to a powder, offering lasting relief without the need for anti-chafe shorts.
A fast-moving wildfire in Utah has forced evacuations of hundreds of homes as the state endures extreme heat, with temperatures exceeding 110°F, breaking previous records.
Albanians protest a mega-resort on Sazan island backed by Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner, sparking a 'flamingo revolution' against corruption and environmental destruction.
Pauline Hanson's popularity is on the rise in Australia as she taps into voter anger, contrasting with Donald Trump's declining appeal in the US. Both politicians exploit similar grievances, but Hanson's trajectory is upward while Trump's hits a low.
India's scorching heatwaves are closing schools, forcing mothers to quit jobs to care for children, exacerbating gender inequality and economic strain.
The 2026 World Cup may reveal a positive side of the US, countering isolationism and divisiveness, as the tournament fosters connection and human-scale experiences.
As temperatures soar, Dutch citizens turn to mobile jungles and shadow art to stay cool. The article explores innovative methods used across the Netherlands to cope with extreme heat.
A tiny, perfectly formed forest has been discovered deep within a larger woodland, featuring miniature trees, plants, and a complete ecosystem, astonishing ecologists.
In 1951, animals were left to wither away outside inadequate slaughterhouses, according to a historical account highlighting cruel conditions and lack of oversight.
H5N1 bird flu has been detected in wild birds in Western Australia, leading to immediate lockdowns on poultry farms to prevent the spread of the highly pathogenic virus.