Japan Records First 'Cruelly Hot Day' as Temps Exceed 40C
Japan experiences its first 'cruelly hot day' (kokushobi) as temperatures surpass 40C in Gifu and Aichi, causing heatstroke deaths and impacting crops.
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Trump's Iran War Gamble Reshapes Global Order
Donald Trump's miscalculated war on Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz, spiking oil prices and risking global recession, with no easy exit in sight.
National AusAlert test proceeds despite safe phone concerns
An unsilenceable siren will blare from most phones in Australia on Monday for 10 seconds as part of a national test of the AusAlert emergency system, despite reservations from some states and warnings for those with secret 'safe phones' to turn off device
Iranians describe 'new normal' of airstrikes and water shortages
As US airstrikes hit Iranian ports and inland cities, residents describe daily life becoming ever harder amid conflict and a worsening human rights crisis.
Rare white fogbow spotted in outback New South Wales
A fogbow, a rarer optical illusion than a rainbow, was captured on a farm in Cobar, New South Wales, requiring precise conditions of fog and sunlight.
Trump Blames Canada for Wildfire Smoke Instead of Climate Crisis
Trump complains about Canada's 'filthy, polluted air' from wildfires, ignoring climate crisis. Carney calls for shared responsibility.
Diaspora players dominate 2026 World Cup stats
Nearly a quarter of 2026 World Cup players were born outside the country they represented, with diaspora influence reaching record highs in goals, assists, and minutes.
Sperm whales change vowel sounds when boats are nearby
Researchers found sperm whales alter their click patterns and vowel-like sounds when ships are near, allowing prediction of vessel presence.
CDC Cuts Leave US Less Prepared for Outbreaks, Officials Warn
Former top CDC officials say the US is less prepared for disease outbreaks due to staff cuts and funding losses, with measles, hantavirus, and cyclospora spreading.
Charities slam Burnham's aid budget bus fare cap
Andy Burnham's decision to fund a £2 bus fare cap by converting climate grants to loans will harm the world's poorest, charities warn.
Tornadoes and Record Flooding Leave US East in Crisis
Rescuers freed trapped residents as Kentucky and West Virginia faced catastrophic floods and widespread storm damage from tornadoes and record flash flooding.
Burnham's Domestic Focus Could Quietly Draw UK Closer to EU
Andy Burnham's domestic revolution may unobtrusively pull Britain closer to Europe, aligning UK policy with EU priorities despite less pro-European rhetoric than Starmer.
Australia trains for satellite loss with maps and sextants
Australia's emergency services and military are training in analog navigation, including paper maps and sextants, in case solar flares or attacks knock out satellites.
France Records Over 5,700 Excess Deaths in June Heatwave
France recorded 5,764 excess deaths during its June heatwave. Southern Europe faces record-breaking temperatures, wildfires in Spain, and heat-related emergencies.
Spain Wildfire Warning as 42C Heatwave Peaks This Week
Temperatures forecast to surpass 42C in Spain as a heatwave peaks, with wildfires burning across the country, including a major blaze in Guadalajara.
King's Baton from beach plastic opens Commonwealth Games
A King's Baton made from discarded plastic collected from beaches and towns will carry an environmental message at the Commonwealth Games opening ceremony in Glasgow.
Glasgow School of Art needs extra funds for Mackintosh restoration
Glasgow School of Art says additional financial support is needed to restore the fire-damaged Mackintosh Building, with costs estimated at £265 million, five times its annual turnover.
UK set to break heat record with temperatures above 40.3C
Temperatures are poised to exceed 40.3C in what would be the hottest day ever recorded in the UK, as Mirror readers express concern about climate change.
Lip King banned from BBL procedures in two areas before death
Jordan Parke, known as the 'Lip King', was banned from performing liquid BBLs in Dudley and Salford before Alice Webb died after a procedure in Gloucester.
Welsh Government warns Blaenavon wildfire to burn for days
A wildfire near Blaenavon enters its fourth day, covering over 200 hectares. The Welsh Government warns it will burn for several more days, with smoke affecting communities across south Wales.
Food shortage warning issued ‘in next 7 days’ as weather hits UK farmers
Food shortages could hit the UK within seven days, the NFU has warned, as a lack of rain and constant sunshine take their toll on food production.
Ex-Southern Water boss charged with conspiracy to defraud
Former Southern Water CEO Matthew Wright has been charged with conspiracy to defraud the Environment Agency and Ofwat over allegations of manipulating water quality tests.
Trump threatens to destroy Iran bridges after strike
US President Donald Trump threatened to destroy Iran's bridges and power plants after a reported missile strike on Larak Island in the Strait of Hormuz.
Mars Magma Discovery Could Reshape Search for Alien Life
British scientists found evidence of a vast magma network beneath Mars' surface, suggesting the planet could have sustained life and broadening the range of potentially habitable planets.
Ex-Southern Water CEO charged with conspiracy to defraud
Former Southern Water CEO Matthew Wright has been charged with conspiracy to defraud authorities over allegations of manipulating water quality tests to avoid penalties.
Cockroach Infestations Boom Across UK After Heatwaves
Cockroach numbers pose a 'direct risk to human health' as summer heatwaves fuel infestations across the UK, with Sheffield's Moor Market forced to close for two weeks.
Met Office warns of possible heatwave later in August
The Met Office says further heatwaves are possible but not guaranteed, with a risk of hot weather later in August as the UK experiences dry conditions.
CAA warning ahead of busiest flying day of year
The Civil Aviation Authority warns 30 million passengers to pack lithium devices correctly to avoid flight delays and safety risks this summer.
Glasgow 2026 opening ceremony 'tear jerker' with Hoy role
The Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games opening ceremony, featuring Sir Chris Hoy, is described as a 'tear jerker' after a dress rehearsal left many in tears.
Bizarre health claims about Donald Trump: smells to shrinking brain
A physical therapist alleges Donald Trump smells of urine and has congestive heart failure, adding to years of bizarre health claims including accusations of wearing nappies and a shrinking brain.
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