UK 'Cold Plunge' Forecast After Warmest Day of Year

The UK enjoyed its warmest day of 2026 this week, with temperatures hitting 20C, but forecasters warn of a dramatic 'cold plunge' bringing single-digit temperatures, blustery winds, showers, and potential snow in Scotland.

Storm Therese Hits Tenerife, Stranding Tourists

Storm Therese batters the Canary Islands with 100km/h winds, heavy rain, and rare snowfall, causing over 40 flight cancellations and widespread closures, leaving holidaymakers desperate to return home.

Heat Dome Expands East, Threatening 23 US States

A massive heat dome that shattered records in the Southwest is now expanding eastward, putting 23 states under hazardous heat warnings with temperatures up to 30°F above normal for late March.

Cyclone Narelle Hits Queensland as Category 4 Storm

Tropical Cyclone Narelle has made landfall in far north Queensland as a severe category 4 system, causing damage to remote communities. The storm is expected to cross into the Northern Territory by Saturday evening.

Storm Therese Hits Canary Islands with Snow and Floods

Storm Therese has battered the Canary Islands with torrential rain, fierce winds exceeding 74mph, and unexpected snowfall on Mount Teide. Authorities have declared a state of emergency, closing roads and parks while urging caution.

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