Two toddlers, aged two and four, were found dead inside a car in France amid a 40C heatwave. The mother was unaware they were in the vehicle. Three elderly people also died from heat in Bordeaux.
A wildfire with 65ft flames engulfs two villages in Murcia, Spain, prompting evacuation of hundreds and deployment of over 170 soldiers.
Bonobos and chimpanzees show imagination and rationality, challenging beliefs about human uniqueness, new research reveals.
One in three Liverpool five-year-olds has tooth decay; children as young as three need surgery to remove up to 20 teeth. Free toothbrushes and supervised brushing programmes aim to combat the crisis.
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The Met Office has issued a red extreme heat warning for Wednesday and Thursday, with temperatures expected to reach 40C, posing a risk to life for even the healthy population.
Rare red warnings issued for extreme heat in the UK, with temperatures forecast to hit 38-40°C in parts of England and Wales, smashing June records. Health risks, travel disruptions, and school closures expected.
Drivers should perform quick dashcam checks to avoid 'crash for cash' scams. Expert Rhydian Jones lists five 10-second checks to ensure footage is usable in case of a staged accident.
A major fire has erupted at a waste recycling warehouse in Widnes, Cheshire, with multiple fire crews deployed and a huge plume of smoke pouring from the site.
North Lanarkshire Council held a ceremonial flag-raising for Armed Forces Day 2026, honoring serving personnel, veterans, reservists, cadets, and military families.
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As UK temperatures reach 40°C, a vet warns dog owners against walking pets during peak heat, highlighting risks for flat-faced breeds like pugs and French bulldogs.
Gritting lorries will spread granite dust on melting roads as the UK faces a 40C heatwave, with red alerts issued and risks of heart attacks during sex warned by experts.
Rare red warnings issued for extreme heat in UK, with temperatures forecast to hit 38-40°C in June, smashing records. Health risks, transport disruptions, and school closures expected.
The RSPCA advises dog owners to prepare, watch, and act quickly during the UK heatwave as temperatures reach 40°C, with red Met Office alerts issued.
The RSPCA has confirmed that giving dogs ice cubes is safe and does not cause bloat or GDV, as temperatures reach 40°C. They recommend frozen water bowls, damp towels, and avoiding walks during extreme heat.
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The Met Office issues a rare red extreme heat warning for parts of England and Wales as temperatures could hit 40°C. The NHS advises that heatstroke is a medical emergency if symptoms persist after 30 minutes of cooling.
A BBC documentary investigates why the 54m superyacht Bayesian sank off Sicily in 2024, killing seven, while nearby vessels remained afloat. Airs tonight at 8pm on BBC Two.
Public Health Wales urges people to stay safe during a red extreme heat alert with temperatures up to 40°C, highlighting risks for older people and children.
Fire chiefs urge extreme caution as a dangerous heatwave increases wildfire and water-related death risks. A rare red alert is in effect, with temperatures potentially exceeding 40C.
John Oliver highlighted the devastating impact of feral hogs in the US, calling them one of the most destructive species, causing $3bn in annual agricultural damage and threatening native wildlife.
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Ten Australians, including a blind man trapped by floods and a woman fearing death in heatwaves, file a UN complaint against the federal government over climate harm linked to fossil fuel exports.
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
