Wimbledon Qualifying Suspended Due to Heat-Related Tech Issues
Play on all Wimbledon qualifying courts was suspended on Wednesday after the electronic line calling system failed due to extreme heat, forcing players off court mid-match.
Play on all Wimbledon qualifying courts was suspended on Wednesday after the electronic line calling system failed due to extreme heat, forcing players off court mid-match.
The Met Office has issued a yellow thunderstorm warning for six areas in southern England from 6pm to midnight Thursday, with gusty winds, lightning, hail, and heavy rain expected.
All Wimbledon qualifying matches were suspended on June 24, 2026, after intense heat caused failures in the electronic line calling system, with play paused until at least 1pm.
Carlos Quieroz questioned VAR after Jordan Pickford avoided a penalty in England's 0-0 World Cup draw with Ghana, saying 'VAR went for a coffee'.
The AA warns that older cars and classic vehicles are 'more vulnerable' as a 38C heatwave hits the UK, with risks of overheating, degraded rubber, and reduced performance.
Fifa president Gianni Infantino claimed the organisation makes 'no additional revenue' from hydration breaks, which were booed by England fans during their World Cup draw with Ghana.
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England fans were left frustrated as the Three Lions failed to score in a 0-0 draw against Ghana, with hydration breaks and Thomas Partey's presence sparking controversy.
England face Ghana, Portugal meet Uzbekistan, Croatia take on Panama, and Colombia play DR Congo in the second round of group stage fixtures at the 2026 World Cup.
King's Cross St. Pancras underground station was evacuated and closed on June 23 due to a fire alert. Transport for London confirmed tickets are accepted on buses.
With London temperatures hitting 37°C, these air-conditioned venues offer cool relief for babies and toddlers, from museums to cinemas and libraries.
As UK temperatures set to exceed 37°C, experts warn that extreme heat can slow or halt broadband routers. Simple placement changes can protect your connection.
A passenger recounts her experience on a British Airways flight struck by lightning during descent into Heathrow. An aviation expert explains the science, safety, and protocols behind such events.
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Overnight thunderstorms caused thousands of lightning strikes and flash floods across London, catching forecasters by surprise as a heatwave builds.
A rare red extreme heat warning has been issued for the West Midlands, with National Rail urging passengers to avoid all but essential travel on Wednesday and Thursday, June 24-25, 2026.
FIFA abandoned the second-half hydration break in France's World Cup match against Iraq after a two-hour weather delay, sparking debate over the breaks' impact on match flow.
European Space Agency astronaut Sophie Adenot shared stunning aurora photos from the International Space Station, leaving the entire crew in awe.
A rare red warning for extreme heat has been issued across the West Midlands, with Chiltern Railways telling passengers 'do not travel' from June 24-25. Trains will be heavily reduced.
Bristol Airport shut down after thunderstorms knocked out air traffic control communications, grounding all flights and diverting 850 passengers to Gatwick.
Bristol Airport has closed after thunderstorms damaged ground radar and communication systems, grounding all flights. Passengers are stranded, and 850 travelers were diverted to Gatwick.
France vs Iraq was suspended at half-time due to lightning. Under US safety protocols, a 30-minute delay is mandatory, resetting if further strikes occur. Fans evacuated the stadium.
France's World Cup match against Iraq was suspended at halftime due to lightning strikes in Philadelphia. Strict US safety protocols triggered a 30-minute delay with a resetting timer.
The World Cup Group I match between France and Iraq was suspended at halftime due to torrential rain and lightning, with further delays possible under FIFA safety rules.
The Group I World Cup match between France and Iraq at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia was suspended at halftime due to severe thunderstorms and heavy rain, with Kylian Mbappe having scored the only goal.
Terrified tourists hiking Guatemala's Volcán de Fuego were pelted with red-hot lava when it erupted, burning a hole through one hiker's coat. Dramatic footage captured the harrowing escape.
Weather maps show temperatures could plunge to 4C in the Scottish Highlands on July 4, a stark contrast to this week's 40C heatwave, affecting 22 counties.