Eddie McGourley, 83, from Houghton-le-Spring, aims to become the fastest octogenarian to cycle from Land's End to John O'Groats, beating the current 14-day record by four days, while raising funds for St Cuthbert's Hospice.
After a brief cooldown, the North East will see temperatures rise to 25°C by July 7, according to weather maps. The region experienced record heat and thunderstorms last week.
Simon Calder identifies three European destinations guaranteed to offer respite from heatwaves: Scottish islands, Tarifa in Spain, and the Pyrenees.
Severe flooding hits Accra, Ghana, as a massive fire erupts at Odorna Market, causing major disruption. Latest updates on the dual disaster.
Travel expert Simon Calder names three European holiday destinations guaranteed to offer relief from intense heatwaves, including Scottish islands, Tarifa, and the Pyrenees.
New weather maps show Britain's next heatwave could bring 36°C temperatures to southeast England by July 9, with a four-day spell of intense summer heat.
Manchester Airport reports no cancellations but multiple delays on Monday June 29. Check the latest flight status for Ryanair, easyJet, and more.
The Met Office has warned that 21 areas in England and Wales will be hit by heavy rain on Tuesday, following the UK's recent record-breaking June heatwave.
Gracie the 10-foot giraffe, missing for two weeks in Texas, was found alive and well via helicopter, surviving near a pond with vegetation.
UK heatwave on June 20: 17 regions to top 30C, with southern England reaching 34C. Met Office warns of increased heatwave risk.
Several missing after landslide hits New Zealand campsite amid record storms; east coast described as 'war zone'.
UK records hottest summer with mean temp 16.1C; climate change made it 70 times more likely, says Met Office.
Discover Samos, a lesser-known Greek island with pristine beaches, historic sites, and new direct flights from the UK. TUI reports a 118% surge in bookings.
Body found feared to be missing British sailor after his yacht was discovered 'eviscerated' off the French coast during Storm Herminia.
The Met Office has forecast heavy rain across 21 areas on Tuesday, ending the UK heatwave. See the full list of affected regions from Cornwall to the Highlands.
West End performers face 30C+ temperatures in theatres amid a record heatwave. Equity urges hydration breaks, adapted costumes, and rescheduling shows to ensure safety.
Ex-Tropical Cyclone Narelle, after flooding the NT, may re-intensify and threaten Perth this weekend, with forecasts of severe cyclone strength.
England faces medium risk of drought this summer, with hosepipe bans likely as dry conditions persist. Rainfall in April was 50% below average.
A new interactive map uses your postcode to locate the nearest air-conditioned shops and restaurants, as the UK experiences record-breaking heatwave temperatures up to 36.1C.
A travel writer shares her experience using the EU's Entry/Exit System (EES) in Ibiza, advising passengers to monitor departure boards and head to gates immediately to avoid queues.
Get the latest breaking news, weather, and traffic updates from across Wales and beyond on Monday, June 29. Stay informed with WalesOnline's live blog.
Temperatures of 41C predicted for the UK this week could push the National Grid to breaking point, risking widespread power cuts and infrastructure failure, experts warn.
Met Office issues amber and yellow warnings as Arctic air brings snow and ice to UK, with up to 40cm in Scotland and travel disruption expected.
Archaeologists have recovered 22 massive stone blocks from the Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, from the Mediterranean Sea off Egypt. The blocks will be used for a digital reconstruction.
Greece faces earliest heatwave on record with 43°C temperatures, closing Acropolis and schools amid health warnings.
A 7.5-magnitude earthquake off Russia's Kuril Islands triggered a tsunami warning, later cancelled. No casualties reported.
The fourth and final supermoon of 2022, the Sturgeon Moon, lit up UK skies on Friday, reaching its closest point to Earth at 02:36 BST.
UK braces for more heavy rain and flooding as Met Office warns 'worst yet to come' with amber and yellow warnings in place.
The UK could see its hottest day ever within weeks, with temperatures forecast to exceed 40C in early July, potentially breaking the current record of 40.3C set in 2022.
Three 'Spanish swelter' heatwaves are forecast for the UK, with temperatures potentially reaching 40C in July, smashing the current record of 40.3C.