Australia Likely to Face Record-Breaking Summer Heat
Australia's warm winter start suggests a likely record-breaking summer, with hotter, drier conditions expected in south-east Australia due to El Niño and global heating.
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Trump's Reflecting Pool Algae: Science Explained
Despite Trump's renovation vow, algae returned to the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool within days. Freshwater ecologist Dr Linda May explains why blooms happen and what could be done.
Europe's Drug-Resistant STI Surge Warns of Global AMR Crisis
A surge in drug-resistant STIs in Europe, especially gonorrhoea, signals a global antimicrobial resistance crisis spreading beyond hospitals into communities, threatening treatability of common infections.
Pregnant in Paris: Surviving Record Heatwave
A seven-months-pregnant journalist recounts surviving Paris's record-breaking heatwave, with temperatures hitting 38C and over 1,000 deaths in France over three days.
Labor's gambling ad reforms called 'capitulation' and 'half-arsed'
Labor's proposed gambling ad reforms face bipartisan criticism as too weak, with Coalition, Greens, and crossbenchers urging tougher action. The bill's future is uncertain amid calls for a Senate inquiry.
US Plans $4bn UK Airbase Upgrade with Nuclear Storage
The US plans to spend over $4bn upgrading its military and spy bases in the UK, with new bunkers at RAF Lakenheath likely for nuclear weapons and $163m for Menwith Hill spy base.
Reform UK MS Chairs Welsh Environment Panel, Sparks Concern
Reform UK MS James Evans appointed chair of Welsh environment committee, raising fears over net zero scrutiny and impartiality, says Green Alliance thinktank.
China Emerges as Clear Winner from Trump's Middle East War
China has emerged as the sole winner in Asia from the Strait of Hormuz crisis, according to a report by Asia Group, weathering the energy shock due to stockpiles and renewable energy growth.
Revolutionary War Re-enactors Step Into Spotlight for US 250th
As the US prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, historical re-enactors—living historians—are in high demand, but they emphasize that their community-focused work has always been vital, not just for anniversaries.
Global Snapshots: Naps, Wildfires, Migrant Rescues
A roundup of global events: Chinese students nap on foldable desks, Colorado wildfire threat, migrant rescue in France, and more.
Labour MPs Urge Burnham to Reject Rosebank Oilfield
Scores of Labour MPs have urged Andy Burnham to reject the Rosebank oilfield development, which would produce 250m tonnes of CO2, as critics debunk economic claims.
Delhi to Ban Petrol Rickshaws and Scooters by 2030
Delhi plans to ban petrol rickshaws and scooters, aiming for 30% electric fleet by 2030, hailed as a gamechanger against air pollution.
Europe Faces Another Scorching Summer: Key Insights
Europe is bracing for another intensely hot summer, with experts warning of extreme heatwaves. This article explains the causes, impacts, and safety measures.
Bedroom Method to Keep Cool in UK Heatwave: Expert Tips
The Met Office warns another heatwave could hit the UK with temperatures up to 30°C. Learn simple steps to cool your home, including setting up a temporary bedroom downstairs.
Putin could surrender in months as Russian troops face 20-min life
Vladimir Putin could be forced to surrender within months as Ukraine's strikes on Russia's energy grid leave frontline troops with a 20-minute battlefield life expectancy, experts say.
Window Method to Prepare Home for 30C Heatwave: Tips
The Met Office warns of a UK heatwave with temperatures up to 30°C. Learn the window method and other tips to keep your home cool during the hot weather.
Cucumber Fresh Hack: Metal Spoon Keeps Them Crisp for Weeks
A simple metal spoon in a container with cucumbers can keep them fresh for up to two weeks, says food specialist Marzia from Little Spice Jar.
Russia Doubles Military Training for Children Aged 11-17
Russia has doubled required military training for children aged 11-17, adding drone and firearms lessons. Education minister Sergei Kravtsov announced the expanded curriculum, which includes 17 hours of basic military training.
Next's £56 'Pretty Woman' Wedding Guest Dress Gets Rave Reviews
Next's £56 Ecru Floral Print Occasion Midi Dress earns rave reviews, with shoppers calling it 'flattering' and 'like Pretty Woman' for weddings and events.
El Niño to Weaken Atlantic Hurricane Season
Scientists warn of a 'super' El Niño that will weaken Atlantic hurricane season but bring wetter conditions to the southern US and drier weather to the north.
Stay Indoors Warning in Europe as Heatwave Hits 40.5C
Red heat warnings issued across Croatia, Poland, Hungary, Romania, Bosnia, Serbia, and Slovakia as temperatures reach 40.5C in Slovakia, breaking records. Authorities urge staying indoors.
Strong Chest and Back Muscles May Cut Heart Attack Risk
People with denser chest and back muscles are 31% less likely to have a heart attack and 39% less likely to die within ten years, a new AI-driven study finds.
Fire at COP30 Venue in Belem Forces Evacuation, 13 Treated for Smoke Inhalation
A fire at the COP30 venue in Belem forced evacuations and left 13 people suffering from smoke inhalation, disrupting UN climate talks.
Venezuela Earthquake: 1,700 Dead, 69,000 Missing
Over 1,700 dead and 69,000 missing after Venezuela's twin earthquakes. Rescue efforts continue as humanitarian crisis unfolds with thousands homeless in Caracas.
World’s Biggest Iceberg A23a Breaks Up After 40 Years
World’s biggest iceberg A23a, nearly 40 years old, breaks up in warmer waters and could disappear within weeks.
Record Leap in CO2 Levels Sparks Fears of Accelerating Global Heating
CO2 levels hit record high in 2024 with largest annual leap, driven by fossil fuels and wildfires, as scientists fear carbon sinks are weakening.
Future Heatwaves: Booze Bans, Furloughs, Library Shelters
WHO warns current heatwaves are a 'dress rehearsal' for future record-bakers. UK urged to plan booze bans, furloughs for builders, and library shelters as Europe lost 200,000 in four years.
Beadnell Bay Named UK's Best Coastal Campsite for Summer 2026
Beadnell Bay Camping and Caravanning Club Site in Northumberland has been ranked seventh in a list of the UK's best coastal campsites for summer 2026, according to price comparison site Idealo.
UK Drivers Urged to Keep Car Windows Closed for Hay Fever
Drivers advised to close windows from Wednesday as Met Office warns of high pollen levels across UK, affecting over 10 million hay fever sufferers.
Hungary's New Leader Targets Oligarchs with Wealth Tax
Hungary's new PM Péter Magyar plans a wealth tax on oligarchs who benefited under Orbán, aiming for social justice and accountability.
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