Edinburgh Fire: Smoke Over City as Arthur's Seat Blaze Rages
A huge fire on Arthur's Seat in Edinburgh sends thick black smoke across the city. Four fire appliances are at the scene after alerts at 6.38pm on Sunday, July 19, 2026.
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Fire at Arthur's Seat: Smoke Visible Across Fife
Fire crews are tackling a blaze on Arthur's Seat in Edinburgh, with thick smoke visible across the Firth of Forth. Four appliances were dispatched after calls at 6.38pm on July 19, 2026.
Fire at Arthur's Seat: Emergency Services Battle Blaze
A fire has broken out at Arthur's Seat in Edinburgh, with four fire appliances attending. Smoke visible across the Firth of Forth. No injuries reported.
Spain's Hottest Week: 45C Scorcher Hits Tourist Spots
Spain faces its third heatwave with temperatures exceeding 45°C, affecting southeastern regions, valleys, and Mallorca. Aemet warns of significant health risks from July 21-23, with peak heat on Wednesday and Thursday.
Israel's Brutality Cannot Continue in Plain Sight: UN
A senior UN official warns that Israel's military operations in Gaza, which have killed over 38,000 Palestinians, must not be allowed to continue with impunity, citing potential war crimes.
Burnham's Plans: Fossil Fuels, Utilities, Housing
Incoming PM Andy Burnham outlines leftwing vision with public utility control, North Sea drilling, immigration changes, digital ID scrapping, AI minister, social care reform, and council house building.
Trump Official Warned Iran War Could Block Oil Flow
A former Trump official warned that war with Iran could block the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting global oil supplies and causing economic turmoil, according to a new report.
Market Founder Wins Churchill Fellowship
Lucy Lawson, organiser of Bathgate Market and Car Boot Sale, has won the 2026 Churchill Fellowship to study market models in the UK, Germany and the Netherlands to benefit local communities.
Cairngorms Wildfire 'Largely Surrounded', Residents to Return
Cairngorms park officials say the wildfire is now 'largely surrounded' and evacuated residents are expected to return home later today. The fire burned around four square kilometres at its peak.
Wenger Hints World Cup Hydration Breaks May Be Scrapped
Arsene Wenger says FIFA will review World Cup hydration breaks after the tournament, noting they didn't affect results but fans and coaches were divided on their impact.
Trump: 'Poverty-stricken' UK dancing over Burnham's oil plan
Donald Trump claimed people in 'poverty-stricken' Scotland are celebrating Andy Burnham's plan to open North Sea oil fields, calling it a move from disaster to riches.
UK's best beach in Bude: I visited and I'm planning a return
The Times named Summerleaze Beach in Bude, Cornwall, as Britain's best beach for 2026. A visitor describes its clean sands, easy access, and family-friendly facilities.
Bin Lorry Fire: Bike Batteries Blamed in Cardiff Blaze
A Cardiff Council bin lorry burst into flames outside the Mackintosh Pub in Cathays, with bike batteries believed to be the cause. Fire service response minimized damage.
Spain Braces for Third Heatwave: 45C Threatens UK Tourists
Spain faces its third summer heatwave with temperatures up to 45°C, potentially the hottest week so far. UK tourists warned as extreme heat, wildfires, and dry thunderstorms loom.
Flash Flood Warnings and Wildfire Smoke Hit Northeast US
Flash flood warnings strike north-east US amid wildfire smoke from Canada. Poor air quality plagues New York City as thunderstorms trigger dangerous weather.
Fuel Tax Break Slows BHP Decarbonisation, Investors Warned
A briefing to BHP investors warns Australia's fuel tax break is hindering decarbonisation. The tax credit worth $622m to BHP last year makes diesel abatement projects less attractive, delaying fleet electrification.
Ukraine Hits Russian Warehouses Used for Drone Supply
Ukrainian long-range strikes hit two Wildberries logistics centers in Russia, used for supplying sanctioned drone components, Zelenskyy says. Seven killed, 25 wounded in Tambov region.
Bank of England Bans Thermal Coal Bonds as Collateral
The Bank of England will stop accepting bonds linked to thermal coal as collateral for loans, marking a major win for climate campaigners. The ban starts in October, signaling growing financial risks of coal assets as the world shifts to green energy.
Weird Batteries That Could Store Renewable Energy
From molten salt in Nevada to sweat-powered patches in Japan, innovative battery technologies are solving renewable energy's biggest challenge: storage.
How Trump Policies Worsen US Crises in 2026
The Trump administration's cuts to federal agencies and rollback of protections have worsened multiple crises, including election security threats, cyclosporiasis outbreaks, and environmental vulnerabilities.
61% of US voters link extreme weather to climate crisis
A new poll shows 61% of likely US voters believe extreme weather events have become more frequent, with heatwaves topping concerns. Bipartisan support for worker heat protections also emerges.
Italy's Beach Wars: Activists Fight to Liberate Coast from Private Lidos
Almost all of Italy's 8,000km coastline is privatized. Now 'free beach' campaigners are battling the mafia, military, and profiteering lidos to reclaim public access.
Australia's life dissatisfaction doubles, 'wellbeing poverty' hits highs
Nearly 2.2 million Australians live below the wellbeing poverty line, with 9.7% reporting very low life satisfaction in 2025, up from 4.8% in 2014, driven by COVID-19 lockdowns and cost-of-living pressures.
Kuwait Reports Second Iranian Attack on Water Plant
Kuwait's ministry says Iran attacked a power and water distillation plant for the second time in two days, causing a fire and impacting electricity generation units.
Readers' Rhyme for Rising Temperatures and Other Letters
Readers propose updated rhyme for UK temperatures, debate tree shade inequality in schools, share Italian idioms, and reflect on Covid failings.
Hundreds of Dead Fish in Calderstones Park Lake
Liverpool Council recovers hundreds of dead fish from Calderstones Park lake as soaring temperatures cause oxygen depletion. Anglers report up to 400 fish lost, including a 30-year-old carp. Council investigates restoration.
Cairngorms Wildfire 'Largely Surrounded,' Residents May Return
Cairngorms park officials say the wildfire is now 'largely surrounded' and expect evacuated residents to return home later today. The fire burned around 4 sq km at its peak.
Southport Beach Sand Motion Rejected by Council
Sefton Council rejected a motion to preserve a sandy section of Southport Beach, opting to let natural processes continue despite concerns that visitors struggle to find the beach due to vegetation.
Trump Celebrates Reports Burnham Could Back North Sea Drilling
Donald Trump says Aberdeen will be 'dancing in the streets' after reports Andy Burnham may approve new North Sea oil and gas drilling, despite Labour's manifesto pledge to halt new licences.
Trump Claims Burnham Will Open North Sea to New Drilling
Donald Trump claims incoming PM Andy Burnham will open the North Sea for oil drilling, citing a policy shift from Keir Starmer's ban on new licences.
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