Why BBC aren't in US for World Cup: Salford studio instead
The BBC is presenting World Cup coverage from Salford, not the US, due to cost and environmental reasons, sparking backlash. ITV is in Brooklyn.
Category : Climate
Cool Your Bedroom Without a Fan Using a Simple Towel Trick
Learn how to cool your bedroom without a fan using a simple towel trick. A heating expert shares an evaporation-based method to lower room temperature.
NHS GP's Heatwave Survival Guide as UK Forecast to Hit 40C
NHS GP Dr Sanam Grover shares a 'heatwave survival guide' as the UK braces for temperatures up to 40C. Tips include closing curtains, freezing hot water bottles, and checking on vulnerable neighbours.
Chester Zoo to Close Early Due to Extreme Heat Warning
Chester Zoo will close at 2pm on Thursday, June 25, due to an amber extreme heat warning with temperatures forecast to reach 35°C, ensuring visitor and staff safety.
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Europe Battles Record-Breaking Heat: New Normal?
Europe faces a debilitating heatwave with school closures, train cancellations, and emergency meetings in France after heat-related deaths. UN chief urges fossil fuel action.
Deadly Heatwave Grips Europe with Record High Temperatures
Europe faces a deadly heatwave with school closures, train cancellations, and emergency meetings in France after heat-related deaths. UN Secretary General urges action on fossil fuels.
Fridge Socks for Heatwave Sleep? Red Cross Tip
The Red Cross suggests putting socks in the fridge to cool feet and lower core temperature for better sleep during a heatwave, backed by research.
Dramatic Lightning Lights Up London in Heatwave Storm
The UK Met Office recorded 29,074 lightning strikes in 24 hours as a thunderstorm swept southern England during a record-breaking June heatwave. Temperatures could reach 39C on Thursday.
UK Lagging on Extreme Heat Adaptation, Editorial Warns
The Guardian editorial warns that UK adaptation plans for extreme heat are dangerously behind, despite record-breaking temperatures and a red alert for southern England and Wales.
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Hundreds of UK Schools Close as 40C Heatwave Looms
Hundreds of schools across the UK will close or shut early this week as a 'heat-dome' brings near 40C temperatures, with a red weather warning issued by the Met Office.
Tourists Risk Lives on Crumbling Cliffs at Birling Gap
Tourists were photographed sitting dangerously close to the edge of unstable chalk cliffs at Birling Gap, East Sussex, during a heatwave. The National Trust warns the cliffs are fragile and can collapse without warning.
UK June Records to Fall as Heatwave Brings Near 40C
A heat-dome over western Europe could push temperatures to nearly 40C by Wednesday, breaking June records including the 1976 high of 35.6C. The Met Office has issued a red warning.
UK Schools Close as 40C Heat Dome Brings Record June Temps
Hundreds of UK schools will close or shut early this week as a 'heat-dome' brings near 40C temperatures, with a red weather warning issued from London to Swansea.
Hundreds of UK Schools Close as Heatwave Hits 40C
Hundreds of schools across the UK are closing as a red weather warning for extreme heat comes into force, with temperatures forecast to reach 40C. Parents are advised to check local closures.
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UK Heatwave: Hundreds of Schools Close as Temperatures Near 40C
Hundreds of schools across the UK have closed as a red weather warning for extreme heat comes into force, with temperatures potentially reaching 40C, causing travel chaos and disrupting education.
Changing of the Guard Cancelled Amid Sweltering Heat
The Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle has been cancelled for the rest of the week due to extreme heat, with temperatures forecast to reach 39°C and a red weather warning issued.
Bury School Shuts for Two Days Over Heatwave
Millwood Primary Special School in Radcliffe will close on Wednesday and Thursday as a red weather warning for extreme heat, with temperatures up to 40C, covers parts of England.
Brits Urged to Use Hot Water Bottles to Sleep in Heatwave
Brits are advised to fill hot water bottles with ice water to stay cool during a severe heatwave, as temperatures reach 38C and water consumption spikes.
Met Office: UK Heatwave Peaking at 40C, Weekend Cooldown
The Met Office warns of 40C+ temperatures this week as a rare red heat alert covers parts of southern England, Wales, and the Midlands. Cooler weather expected by the weekend, but long-range forecasts predict further hot conditions in July.
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Avoid Cold Showers Before Bed in Heatwave, Expert Warns
Sleep expert Sammy Margo warns against cold showers before bed during a heatwave, recommending lukewarm showers instead to gradually lower core body temperature and promote relaxation.
UK Rare Red Heat Warning: Expert Warns 'Not Just Another Heatwave'
A red heat warning has been issued for parts of the UK as temperatures could reach 39C, potentially breaking the June record. Experts warn the NHS is unprepared for this new climate reality.
Missing Breakfast for a Copperback Quail-Thrush in Australia
A copperback quail-thrush sighting in South Australia's Mallee forest makes delaying breakfast worthwhile for birdwatchers.
Lightning Strike Engulfs Bristol Home; Residents Unharmed
A lightning strike set a home ablaze in Emersons Green, Bristol, on June 22, 2026. Residents escaped unharmed, but the roof and first floor were destroyed. Five fire crews responded, and the incident was one of five lightning-related fires that day.
Greater Manchester Heatwaves: 41 Deaths in 2025, UK Areas at Risk
Dozens died during heatwaves in Greater Manchester last year. UKHSA data shows 1,504 heat-associated deaths in England in 2025, with Bedfordshire at highest risk. Red health warning issued as temperatures could hit 40C.
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Keep Flies Away with Lemon and Cloves During Heatwave
A simple repellent using lemon and cloves can keep flies away during the UK's 40C heatwave. Interior designer Keely Smith explains how the scent deters pests.
UK Households Urged to Check Landlines Before Heatwave Ends
Households must check relatives' digital landlines before the heatwave ends. Power outages could disrupt phone service for millions of vulnerable people.
How to Start a Mobility Practice for Better Movement
Mobility improves daily tasks and reduces pain. Experts explain how to start with simple exercises like sitting on the ground and mobility snacks.
Barbecue Needn't Cost a Sausage: Simple Tips
Andrew Keeley shares a cost-effective barbecue method using a milk crate and bricks, contrasting with luxury trends. Plus letters on Iran sanctions, Hormuz, and more.
UK Braces for Record 40C Heat as Red Warning Issued
The Met Office has issued a rare red weather warning for England, with temperatures potentially reaching 40C (104F), coinciding with a powerful El Niño event.
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Middle East Crisis and El Niño Threaten SE Asia Food Security
The Strait of Hormuz closure and El Niño create a 'compound shock effect,' risking millions of tonnes of rice production and driving up energy and food costs across Southeast Asia.
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