Paris plans to triple its district cooling network by 2042, using Seine river water to cool buildings. The system reduces air conditioning use and fights urban heat, with experts calling it a 'miracle solution' for global warming.
The European heatwave is the most severe and widespread ever, made possible only by climate change. 45% of major cities face record heat stress, with temperatures 2C higher than in 2003.
Donald Trump's Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool project faces another draining due to vandalism, costing taxpayers millions and embarrassing the image-obsessed president.
In Berkshire, haymaking proceeds in a heatwave, but climate change makes timing critical: last year's drought caused scarcity, while this year's ideal growth faces storm risks.
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Record-breaking heatwaves across Europe are causing dangerous working conditions, disrupting commutes, and threatening economic growth, with economists warning of substantial productivity losses unless countries adapt infrastructure and workplaces.
New research finds that fossil fuel price surges can worsen air quality as people switch to wood burning. In northern Italy, benzo[a]pyrene levels rose at multiple locations in December 2022.
The climate crisis is forcing British sports to normalise extreme heat, with special measures at cricket and tennis events as fans and players adapt to a new normal of sweltering conditions.
A major survey reveals alarming child malnutrition in Nepal, with wasting rates up to 12.3% in one province, following USAID funding cuts. Experts warn hard-won gains in reducing child mortality are at risk.
The Trump administration's Justice Department investigates MLB over Giants players' Bible verse caps during Pride Night, reflecting a broader culture war targeting diversity and LGBTQ+ inclusion.
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Temperatures in Germany and Poland are forecast to reach or exceed 40C this weekend. The Austrian Grand Prix has declared a heat hazard, while severe thunderstorms hit Russia and China.
Two powerful earthquakes of magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5 struck Venezuela's northern coast 40 seconds apart, killing at least 235 people and reducing dozens of buildings to rubble. Officials warn the death toll will rise as rescue efforts continue.
Great Britain's National Energy System Operator issued a second warning this week, asking generators for extra electricity Friday evening due to tight margins from extreme heat.
Ai Weiwei's 'Button Up!' installation at Manchester's Aviva Studios tackles colonialism and world history through buttons, running from 2 July to 6 September.
Paris bans drinking alcohol in public and cancels Pride march as hospitals reach capacity during a deadly heatwave, with temperatures hitting a June record of 40.9C.
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Spain's military firefighters battled a wildfire near Tamarite de Litera in Huesca, scorching at least 1,000 hectares. Hundreds evacuated, level 2 emergency declared.
The UK broke its June maximum temperature record for the third consecutive day, reaching 37.1°C in Suffolk. MPs and experts warn of deaths, economic losses, and inadequate government plans.
As Europe swelters through record heat, cities like Paris, Barcelona, and Amsterdam implement innovative measures including tree planting, climate shelters, and check-ins on the elderly.
Record-breaking heatwave across western Europe exacerbates inequalities, with low-income families and women bearing the brunt due to lack of adaptation measures.
Former rugby star Matt Dawson, whose son was saved by antibiotics, teams up with the Fleming Initiative and athletes to launch 'Keep antibiotics in play' campaign ahead of Commonwealth Games.
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Thousands of homes lost power after thunderstorms hit Ireland, as a yellow warning remains in place and temperatures stay high. ESB reported 8,000 customers without power due to lightning strikes.
The UK has set a new June temperature record for the third day running, with 37.1°C in Suffolk, as the heatwave strains health services, schools, and transport.
A vet shares life-saving tips to keep pets cool during the UK heatwave, including freezing dog food with water and using the pavement test, as temperatures reach 38°C.
Experts warn households not to store cleaning products in garages or sheds during high temperatures, as heat can cause leaks or bursts. Ryan Gorenflo advises moving items to cooler places.
After a week of 40C heat in the UK, learn the 'flushing' technique to cool your home fast by creating cross breezes and using fans strategically for better sleep.
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After a week of 40C temperatures, learn the 'flushing' method to rapidly cool your home by expelling hot air and drawing in cooler air for a better night's sleep.
Dr Amir Khan explains why 28°C in the UK feels more intense than abroad, citing psychological factors, building design, and lifestyle differences.
Two men narrowly escaped being crushed when a 20-foot wall collapsed in Barnsley after a burst water pipe flooded the area, causing an estimated £300,000 in damage.
Despite growing up in New Zealand's subtropical climate, a London expat finds British heatwaves far more brutal due to infrastructure, lack of cooling options, and trapped heat.
A new UK June temperature record of 36.9C was set in Suffolk on Friday, the third consecutive daily record. London Ambulance Service saw its highest number of life-threatening emergencies ever on Wednesday, with a 50% increase in calls.
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Expert tips to keep your bedroom cool without air conditioning, including using fans strategically, closing curtains, and choosing breathable bedding to improve sleep during heatwaves.
