The US conducted airstrikes on Iran following a drone attack on a Singapore-flagged cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, citing ceasefire violations and threats to freedom of navigation.
Flights to Spain face severe delays and cancellations as a heatwave causes travel chaos, with delay rates at Alicante nearly tripling and Palma more than doubling.
London recorded its hottest June day ever on Friday, reaching 36.4C at Heathrow, surpassing the 1957 record of 35.6C. A UK June record of 37.3C was set in Suffolk.
UK braces for heavy rain and flooding with amber 'danger to life' warning in Scotland; up to 150mm forecast.
Europe faces colder early winter due to La Niña, UK gas shortage risk high, Ofgem warns of potential supply emergency.
Tropical depression Fung-wong leaves 95 injured in Taiwan, with heavy rain and flooding prompting evacuations and warnings of landslides.
Northern Lights could be visible in UK skies tonight after weekend displays, with Met Office forecasting enhanced geomagnetic activity.
FIFA's mandatory hydration breaks at the 2026 World Cup have drawn criticism for disrupting match flow, with fans booing. Critics say the change was forced through without consultation and solves no problem.
UK could see 26°C in late September heatwave, according to weather models, but Met Office forecasts unsettled conditions initially.
Met Office issues amber and yellow warnings for heavy rain and flooding across Scotland, Northern Ireland, south Wales, and south-west England.
UK health measures face 'nanny state' backlash; expert defends them as protecting freedom and the NHS.
Birmingham Airport runway reopened after emergency landing of light aircraft; passengers faced delays and diversions.
The Met Office has issued yellow thunderstorm warnings for 31 UK counties on Saturday, with up to 30mm of rain per hour expected over 20 hours, following record June heat.
Over one million ordered to evacuate in Kyushu as heavy rain causes landslides and floods; one death reported.
The winning numbers for the £52m EuroMillions jackpot on Friday, June 26, are revealed. Check if you've won the life-changing prize.
Lando Norris reported his brakes were 'on fire' during FP2 at the Austrian Grand Prix. The FIA cleared Ferrari's rear-braking system after an investigation, while Kimi Antonelli topped both practice sessions.
Britain's heatwave is ending as thunderstorms bring cooler air. Temperatures will drop from 30C Saturday to 25C in the south and 18C up north on Sunday.
The FCDO updated Spain travel advice on June 26, 2026, warning parents to supervise children in pools and at beaches due to drowning risks. Red flags mean no swimming.
Indoor ski slopes like SnowDome offer families a cool escape from UK heatwaves, with 55% off selected activities in June 2026. Visitors enjoy snow sports, ice skating, and swimming under one roof.
A 5.6-magnitude earthquake in California, a 7.2-magnitude in Japan, and two powerful quakes in Venezuela struck within eight hours. Experts confirm they are unrelated, despite online speculation.
Emerging research shows datacentres in Slough create a heat island effect, raising local temperatures by an average of 2C and up to 9C, exacerbating summer heat for residents.
Norway face France to decide Group I winner; Uruguay need result vs Spain; Belgium seek first win. Full schedule, TV channels, streaming info for June 26 World Cup games.
Venezuela's interim president Delcy Rodríguez vows to save lives as earthquake death toll reaches 589, with nearly 3,000 injured and international rescue teams arriving.
The UK has set a new provisional record for the hottest June day for the third day running, with 36.9°C recorded at Wattisham, Suffolk, according to the Met Office.
The Met Office confirms the hottest day of the year so far, with a provisional 37.1°C recorded in Cavendish, Suffolk, setting a new June record.
British tourists in France risk fines up to £129 for going topless in public, as coastal towns like Narbonne and La Grande-Motte enforce bans amid extreme heatwave.
A woman shared her experience on the Luzern-Interlaken Express, a £30 train ride in Switzerland offering stunning views of lakes, waterfalls, and mountain villages, calling it magical.
A New Zealand expat in London describes the UK's heatwave as more brutal than her homeland's subtropical climate, citing infrastructure and lack of cooling options as key factors.
A simple plastic bag filled with water can wash sand off feet instantly, avoiding mess in car and home. TikTok user Lara shares the life hack, but viewers warn about plastic pollution.
British tourists risk a €150 (£129.62) fine for being topless in French coastal towns like Narbonne this summer, as heatwave prompts decency and hygiene bans.