A magnitude 7.5 earthquake struck Venezuela on Wednesday, causing building collapses, trapping people in rubble, and prompting a state of emergency. The USGS reported two strong quakes west of Caracas.
At least 164 people killed and 971 injured in Venezuela after two powerful earthquakes, interim leader Delcy Rodríguez says. Rescue efforts continue.
Europe is gripped by an extreme June heatwave, with the UK, Italy, and France recording their highest-ever temperatures for the month, leading to health warnings and transport disruptions.
A pug named Gilbert died after escaping into the garden during a UK heatwave. The RSPCA has issued urgent advice for pet owners to prevent heat-related deaths.
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Greggs closes 11 UK stores, including two in London, for two days due to extreme heatwave. Met Office issues rare Red warning for extreme heat on Friday, with temperatures up to 37C.
A Met Office yellow warning for thunderstorms and heavy rain covers all of Scotland on Friday, following days of near-record June temperatures reaching 29.4C.
Thunderstorms often follow heatwaves due to the clash of hot, humid air near the surface with cooler air aloft, creating instability. The UK Met Office explains the science behind this weather pattern.
A major wildfire on Tintwistle Moor near Greater Manchester has closed the Woodhead Pass and prompted an avoid the area warning, with residents urged to keep windows and doors closed.
Sky News was interrupted for a tragic breaking update as presenter Gareth Barlow revealed 212 deaths in Spain linked to the heatwave, with temperatures hitting 40°C across Europe.
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The UK set a new June heat record for the second consecutive day, with 36.4C at Yeovilton, Somerset. London Ambulance saw record life-threatening calls, and red warnings continue.
The Met Office says the UK heatwave will persist a little longer, with temperatures possibly hitting 37°C, but will drop by the weekend, with highs of 32°C on Saturday.
Wimbledon 2026 opening days will see sunny intervals and mild temperatures in the mid-20s Celsius, with no rain delays or heatwave, according to forecasts.
Jamie Oliver's no-churn ice cream requires just three ingredients and five minutes of prep. Ideal for cooling down during the UK heatwave, with temperatures nearing 37°C.
Northumberland is 'extremely vulnerable' to wildfires due to the ongoing heatwave. Residents and visitors are urged to avoid barbecues and campfires to prevent devastating blazes.
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A petition demands a legally binding 25°C maximum workplace temperature as the UK faces 38°C heat, with unions backing the call for worker protection.
Ukraine's President Zelensky has ordered intensified pre-emptive strikes on Russian facilities to cripple Putin's attack capability, vowing to make Russians feel the war's existence.
The Met Office has issued yellow thunderstorm warnings for 29 areas across the UK, including London, South West England, Wales, and the West Midlands, with heavy rain and thunder expected.
Experts warn parents not to rely on once-a-day sunscreen during the UK heatwave. Reapply every two hours, cover missed areas, and keep babies under 6 months out of direct sun.
A Met Office yellow warning for thunderstorms and heavy rain covers all of Scotland on Friday, following days of high temperatures reaching 29.4C in Aberdeen.
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Met Éireann issues orange-level thunderstorm warning for Cork, Kerry, and Waterford as extreme thunderstorm activity threatens northwest and west, with record temperatures possible.
London Ambulance Service recorded 642 category one calls on Wednesday, the highest number of life-threatening emergencies in a single day, driven by extreme heat.
The Met Office confirms 36.4C at Yeovilton, Somerset, on Thursday, breaking the June record set the previous day and surpassing 1976's infamous heat.
An Australian expert advises Britons to restructure daily routines, doing chores at dawn to avoid heat strain as UK temperatures shatter June records, with infrastructure buckling.
UK homeowners are being ordered to remove air conditioning units under climate laws, even as a record heatwave hits. Critics slam the 'miserabilist net zero mindset' leaving Britain 'in the dark ages'.
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The Red Cross warns that misinformation in the DRC is causing locals to believe doctors are injecting people with Ebola, hindering the outbreak response.
Vets Now warns of a rise in heatstroke emergencies and urges owners to use a five-second hand test on pavement before walking dogs. Temperatures above 19°C increase risk.
A three-year-old giraffe named Gracie has been on the loose for nearly two weeks after escaping her Texas ranch enclosure, prompting helicopter searches and a $5,000 reward.
Health experts urge Scots to close windows by 6pm as red pollen alerts hit nine UK regions, including Dumfries and Strathclyde, to prevent hay fever symptoms worsening at night.
Hundreds die as Europe's heatwave shatters records, with France and Spain hardest hit. Temperatures reached 44°C, causing drownings and heat-related deaths. UK issues red warning.
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Scottish homeowners urged to shut windows at 6pm as pollen counts surge. Red alerts issued for nine UK regions. Sleep experts share tips to reduce hay fever symptoms at night.
