France recorded its hottest day ever on June 23rd, 2026 - but all over the country local records have been broken too as the country continues to sizzle under an unprecedentedly early heatwave.
A combination of factors is making this heatwave more uncomfortable than some we have had in the past, as Simon King explains
Neso issues rare summer warning for Wednesday evening, as households turn on fans and air conditioning Great Britain’s grid operator has released a rare summer power supply warning for Wednesday evening as the heatwave is expected to get more intense , putting pressure on the energy system. The National Energy System Operator (Neso) issued an electricity margin notice late on Tuesday, asking power plant owners to provide any extra electricity, as the buffer between supply and expected demand comes under pressure. Continue reading...
The powerful heatwave gripping the UK and Europe could make a dent in your income, a new study has warned.
We want to hear from YOU: Britain is braced for an unprecedented heatwave with temperatures soaring - but we want to know what it was really like during 1976's famous heatwave.
Temperatures expected to hit 40C in parts of the UK, as extreme heatwave spreads slowly eastwards, sparking warnings in Italy and the Netherlands France records hottest day ever as 40 people drown across country Tell us: how is the heatwave in the UK and across Europe affecting you? Grahame Madge, a Met Office spokesperson, said the agency is forecasting 39C as a headline maximum temperature on Thursday in the UK, most likely for somewhere in London or the south-east. “It is possible we could see temperatures higher than the 39C if the final values are at the upper end of our narrow range,” he said, according to the Press Association. Continue reading...
Almost the whole of France has been placed on a red heatwave alert for Thursday, with weather forecasters already warning about another period of extreme heat in July.
Company urges customers in Kent, Sussex, Surrey, Hampshire and Berkshire to use water only for essential purposes as temperatures soar Europe heatwave live – latest updates A hosepipe ban has been put in place by South East Water in Kent , Sussex, Surrey, Hampshire and Berkshire, after a surge in demand amid the ongoing heatwave . The company said it treated and supplied 644m litres of water on Sunday 21 June, 56m litres more than the average daily demand for June of 588m litres. Continue reading...
Temperatures could smash June record in England and Wales set in 1976; red alerts in France after 19 heat deaths Two children found dead in car in France as heatwave hits Europe Birds such as swifts, swallows, sparrows and starlings – which make their nests in the eaves of roofs – have been particularly affected by abnormally high temperatures , a specialist says. “Temperatures on the roofs can sometimes reach 50, even 60 degrees Celsius, So they prefer to jump rather than let themselves die and literally cook in their nests,” said Romaine de Jaegere , founder of the Centre for the Rehabilitation of Animals Living in the Wild refuge in Temploux in Belgium. Continue reading...
PARIS — Thirteen people died by drowning in searing temperatures in France over the weekend, with the heatwave set to intensify from Monday across much of Europe, forcing warnings and special measures.
While you might be tempted to give viral heatwave hacks a go, experts from Electrical Safety First have warned that they could prove fatal.
Rail services, schools and sports events hit, with deaths of three elderly people in France partly blamed on intense heat Western Europe is enduring a ferocious heatwave forecast to break temperature records, with half of France on red alert, rail services in Belgium disrupted and sports events in Spain and Germany cancelled or postponed. French authorities on Monday placed 49 of the country’s 96 mainland departments on a level 1 danger-to-life warning, urging 35 million people to exercise “absolute vigilance”, drink water often, avoid all strenuous exertion and avoid direct sun. Continue reading...
A new study found that 42% all the area burned by Western fires had occurred during or right after a heat wave. The post Heat waves increase the West’s wildfire risk appeared first on High Country News.
Sports and nationwide music festival affected, with temperatures for some expected to reach 42C from Monday Authorities in France have placed more than a third of the country under a red heat alert, cancelled some outdoor sports events and restricted alcohol consumption at the nationwide Fête de la Musique event amid a brutal heatwave forecast to push temperatures above 40C. Level 1 or 2 heat alerts were issued on Sunday for about 53 million people, or 76% of the population. A record 35 of the country’s 96 mainland departments were put on danger-to-life red alert, with another 45 under an orange warning. Continue reading...
France issued a red heatwave alert across more than a third of the country for Sunday as a ferocious heatwave dug in and the government banned the consumption of alcohol during the annual Fete de la Musique festival.
The UK is in the middle of yet another heatwave, with parts of the country expected to hit 34°C. So, what's behind this intense heat? According to the Met Office, the UK is caught between two air masses.
A new heatwave swept across much of France on Thursday, with temperatures forecast to approach 40C later in the week, dozens of trains were cancelled and classes suspended.
When heat waves hit, the risk of wildfires quickly rises. Prolonged heat dries out vegetation, and also plays other roles in spreading flames.
The bloc’s pollution-slashing efforts have been stagnating in recent years.
Temperatures are predicted to soar in France from Wednesday, with forecasters saying that the heatwave could last until the end of the month.
Residents living in Whitstable, Kent, were left without running water during the unprecedented heatwave at the end of last month, with some forced to queue in 32C temperatures for supplies.
The early heatwave has increased concerns over forest fires for the summer, with several areas already placed on alert.
Temperatures are expected to rise by the end of the week where we could see another heatwave developing, Simon King explains
Palwasha Akbar, 13, died in an accident while swimming in the River Wharfe in Burnsall, North Yorkshire, during the last month's heatwave.
More than 1 million people advised to evacuate homes amid 80mph winds and heavy rain Typhoon Jangmi (also known as Typhoon No 6) moved northwards over the course of this week. From Okinawa to mainland Japan, prolonged and heavy rainfall led to landslide warnings and the flooding of rivers, with Japan issuing level 4 warnings for some rivers, signalling a risk of overflowing. This level is high enough for municipalities to issue evacuation orders. Three-hourly rainfall totals on Wednesday reached 105mm in Chiyoda, Tokyo, which was a record high for the month. Sustained wind speeds of 80mph (130kph) were recorded on Monday – making it a category 1 typhoon – bringing damage and disruption to businesses, transport, infrastructure and the environment. By Wednesday, 23 people had been injured...
As summers get hotter, investment and education are vital to ensure we all have access to the clean, safe water we need A local row about swimmers and swans in Hampstead Heath has now inspired a government reaction . Environment ministers over the weekend wrote to the City of London Corporation, which oversees the heath, to say that they were “deeply concerned” by footage of crowds of people in the water during last week’s heatwave. One viral video showed young revellers – who had defied a “no swimming” sign – in a wildlife pond, disturbing the nesting birds. It was picked up by the press, with headlines calling the swimmers “selfish”, “horrible” and “appalling”. Like many who saw it, I was saddened and shocked at the disregard for animals : people were clambering over nests, and trying...
Scientists said that the goal puts the U.K. on course to meet its 2050 net-zero target, though Tuesday's announcement doesn't include details of how it will be achieved.
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The sizzling heatwave at the end of May has earned the whole of this spring a place in the history books - after it was declared the warmest in England and Wales.
Powerful winds and rain expected in parts of Japan and Australia, while temperatures in Spain could hit 40C A powerful tropical storm is forecast to track near Okinawa, Japan, on Monday before moving towards the south-east of the country. Typhoon Jangmi (also known as Typhoon No 6) has formed within the monsoonal gyre over the Philippine Sea. A monsoonal gyre is a large, slow-rotating weather system that spawns typhoons through smaller vortices formed within it. This flow can intensify storms. Such typhoons are typically characterised by broad areas of low pressure and extensive wind fields, often without a distinct eye. Continue reading...
A damp towel hangs from a barred window, a fan churns the muggy air: Inmates at the overcrowded Villepinte prison outside Paris say enduring a heatwave that has stifled France in recent days in cramped cells is "inhumane".
Prime Minister Modi's Mann Ki Baat highlighted inspiring social service, water conservation, and sports achievements. He celebrated India's mango heritage, urged heatwave precautions, and lauded traditional summer drinks reflecting cultural diversity. The address emphasized citizen participation and recognizing ordinary Indians making extraordinary contributions to nation-building.
While some found this week’s heat a breeze, many in poorer areas face health risks in furnace-like homes Travelling from his air-conditioned flat to the air-conditioned Elizabeth line to his air-conditioned office, 27-year-old banker Aykhan found this week’s heatwave a breeze. Smiling while grabbing lunch in the shopping centre under the gleaming One Canada Square skyscraper in Canary Wharf, he said he’d been sleeping very well over the last few days. “It’s a new flat, the air-con is great, my bedroom is cool.” Continue reading...
Temperatures across France have climbed above 30C this week as an early summer heatwave has baked the country, raising concerns among parents about conditions inside classrooms. So can you just keep your child at home?
From life in tiny apartments to surviving the heatwave in Paris - this week’s La Belle Vie newsletter offers an essential starting point for eating, talking, drinking, and living like a local.
Bodies of two teenagers recovered by emergency workers following separate incidents in Kent and Oxford The number of water-related deaths during the UK’s recent heatwave has risen to 11 after the bodies of two teenage boys were recovered in Kent and Oxford. Emergency workers recovered the body of a 14-year-old boy from the River Thames near Donnington Bridge, Oxford, at about 5.30pm on Wednesday. Thames Valley police said the boy’s family had been informed and that his death was being treated as “unexplained but not suspicious”. Continue reading...
As the 2025/26 Antarctic science season comes to an end, we look back at our highlights and achievements. The post From tsunamis to sheathbills: British Antarctic Survey celebrates a successful season South appeared first on British Antarctic Survey.
Selfish sunseekers are sparking a growing backlash across heatwave Britain with a number of incidents this week.
They warned that the number of free carbon permits under the Emissions Trading System needs dramatic readjustments.
Image: Europe is in the middle of a heatwave – Copernicus Sentinel-3 captured this image on Tuesday 26 May
Of 11 seasonal items in Guardian price comparison, six hit highest price in last three months, with some nearly doubling in price in last week The heatwave has triggered a surge in prices for seasonal items, with the cost of one inflatable hot tub nearly doubling in a week, while an industry expert said air conditioning units have risen by about 17% since April. The Guardian looked at the cost of popular items across a range of websites and examined their price on PriceRunner, an independent price comparison service. One of the biggest price increases was for the Bestway inflatable hot tub Lay-Z-Spa Cancún AirJet, which was available for £160 on 21 May but now retails for a minimum of £299 . Continue reading...
As the relentless heatwave rumbles on, it can be tempting to jump in a cold shower to bring your temperature down.
Here’s why – and what you can do to protect them. The post Heat waves are extra dangerous for babies appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
Following a day of record breaking bank holiday heat, heatwave conditions continue for many. Simon King looks at how many more days of heat you can expect.
DIY chain owner Kingfisher is top FTSE 100 riser as it sticks to full-year profit outlook Business live – latest updates A wet and cold Easter hit sales of barbecues and garden products at the home improvement chain B&Q, but it hopes to make up lost ground during the current heatwave. Kingfisher , which owns B&Q along with Screwfix in the UK, and Castorama and Brico Dépôt across six European countries, said like-for-like sales at established outlets in the UK and Ireland dipped 0.9% between February and April. Continue reading...
France remained in the grip of its earliest heatwave on record on Tuesday. Forecasters have warned that temperatures could climb close to 40C later this week in parts of the country.
It comes as parts of the country were as hot as the Mediterranean on Sunday, with the UK enjoying its hottest May day for at least 79 years.
Britain is experiencing its hottest weather of 2026, with temperatures soaring across England and parts of the country potentially reaching 35C. Official heatwave conditions have been declared in southern and eastern England, prompting amber heat-health alerts due to the extreme heat and potential strain on services.
Santon Downham in Suffolk first area to hit threshold, recording temperatures of more than 27C for three consecutive days Parts of the UK are officially in a heatwave as temperatures soared to within reach of May records. The first area of the UK to hit the threshold was Santon Downham in Suffolk, which reached the criteria of recording temperatures of more than 27C for three consecutive days at 11.30am on Sunday. Continue reading...
A thunderstorm hit Delhi with strong winds, offering brief relief from the heat. Temperatures are rising again, and heatwave conditions are forecast to return from Sunday. Maximum temperatures are expected to increase by 2-3 degrees Celsius over the next four days. Delhi's air quality remains in the moderate category.
Hong Kong’s first astronaut will operate a locally developed observatory that monitors key sources of greenhouse gas emissions on Earth during her time aboard the Tiangong space station, the research team behind the project has said. The imaging equipment could pinpoint the location and intensity of emissions, providing data that could be used to reduce carbon sources in the Greater Bay Area and elsewhere in mainland China, Professor Li Jia of Lingnan University said on Saturday. Payload...
Delhi's four-day heatwave streak ended Friday, but intense heat persists. While Saturday may see thundery developments, significant relief is unlikely, with heatwave conditions expected until May 28. Maximum temperatures are predicted to hover between 43-46°C, with an orange alert issued. Delhi experienced its first warm night of the season on Thursday.
NOAA is forecasting an active eastern Pacific hurricane season, and TSR is predicting an active northwest Pacific typhoon season. The post El Niño expected to help spur intense hurricane and typhoon seasons in the North Pacific appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
The heatwave is largely being driven by a large, stable block of high pressure over western Europe, according to Professor Hannah Cloke, a hydrologist at the University of Reading.
The European People’s Party wants assurances that funds from the Emissions Trading System will continue to help finance the clean technology transition for poorer member states.
India is grappling with an intense heatwave as temperatures soar, with the IMD issuing orange and red alerts for several northern and central regions. Delhi is experiencing highs of 44-45°C, while Uttar Pradesh's Banda district has recorded over 48°C. The extreme heat is also impacting tourism and is linked to global climate factors like potential El Niño conditions.
The northern plains and heart of India prepare for a relentless surge of heat, as Delhi might swelter at a scorching 45°C. The Indian Meteorological Department warns of extreme weather, urging those most at risk to take necessary precautions. Meanwhile, amidst the heatwave, sporadic showers and thunderstorms are forecasted for Jammu & Kashmir, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, and adjacent areas.
Mohamed Ali Fahim, Chairman of the Climate Information Center at the Agricultural Research Center, has issued an urgent warning regarding an impending, severe heatwave set to impact Egypt. Described as the “strongest on record” for the current spring season, the country is bracing for unprecedented record-breaking temperatures. This spike is driven by a powerful high-pressure … The post Urgent warning: Egypt faces “strongest ever” spring heatwave as temperatures to hit 45°C appeared first on Egypt Independent.
The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) forecasts continued high temperatures across most of the country on Wednesday, but announced the heatwave would ease on Friday and Saturday. Temperatures are expected to rise again on Sunday, however. Moderate temperatures are expected in the early morning, with hot conditions are forecast for the North Coast, Lower Egypt, and … The post Heatwave gripping Egypt to ease on Friday and Saturday: EMA appeared first on Egypt Independent.
Millions of Americans in three US states have been urged to stay indoors on Monday, as toxic smog blankets the region. Some locations are under advisories until Tuesday.
Temperatures are expected to fall across France next week – but the respite from June’s historic heatwave may be short-lived, with early warnings that temperatures are set to soar again in July.
France’s current heatwave is taking a toll on farmers, who are seeing livestock die and are racing against time to harvest cereals without sparking fires in the tinder-dry crops.
Following a devastating heatwave in 2003 that killed 15,000, France has adopted four alert levels to help people cope with extreme temperatures Helen Massy-Beresford is a British journalist and editor who lives in Paris Over the weekend, as evening fell on the hilly (and, crucially, shady) Parc des Buttes-Chaumont , one of Paris’s most popular green spaces, the joyfully chaotic Fête de la musique – a summer solstice celebration of music in all its forms – got under way, with competing DJs starting their sets in nearby cafes. It was stiflingly hot and picnickers were cooling down with water, juice or alcohol-free beer – or at least, they should have been. The Paris authorities banned the consumption of alcohol in public spaces (apart from cafe terraces) during the festival, just...
Europe is bracing for another day of an unprecedented heatwave that is making life on the continent unbearable.
The heatwave is expected to spread to other parts of western Europe on Wednesday, before extending eastwards over the weekend.
PARIS - Workers stewed at their posts and children stayed home from school on Tuesday as a choking early-summer heatwave smothered much of western Europe.
France has its hottest night on record, 15 Italian cities under red heat alert and UN chief says London is ‘cooking’ Europe heatwave live – latest updates Forty people have drowned while swimming in unsupervised areas across France in recent days, the prime minister has said, as people across the country sought respite from the record-breaking heatwave sweeping across much of Europe. “There is a tragic scourge of drownings,” Sébastien Lecornu said on Tuesday. “The latest figures we’ve received are 40 deaths since 18 June. Most of the victims are young people.” Continue reading...
Forty people have drowned in heatwave-related deaths in France since last Thursday, Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu says.
Extreme feels-like temperatures, heat stress days and tropical nights have all become dramatically more frequent, long and severe over the past six decades, a study finds.
At least 18 people died in France, including two children left in a hot car, as a heatwave hung over Europe, smashing temperature records in several cities on Monday. As schools in France closed or modified timetables, forecasters in Britain predicted temperatures could break records for June this week. The temperature in Bordeaux in France’s western wine country rose to 41.9 degrees Celsius (107.4 Fahrenheit), breaking a record set last August. In Poitiers in central France it reached 41.2...
On Monday France entered the sixth day of a searing heatwave, with no end in sight - here's the latest on heat-related disruption.
It's already broken records and is on track to break more - but how long will France's exceptionally intense heatwave last?
Parts of England and Wales are expected to reach record highs of at least 38C in the day, but warnings have been issued over 'heat stress'.
The annual Fête de la Musique celebrations draw millions to the streets but the most serious heatwave warnings have been issued for 35 of the country's departments.
Much of Western Europe was baking in a gruelling heatwave on Friday with the mercury expected to continue rising in the coming days, shattering temperature records.
The French weather forecaster Météo France has extended its 'orange alert' heatwave warning to cover the whole of the centre and most of the south-west of the country on Friday.
Temperatures above 35C, tropical nights and rising storm risks: Germany is heading into its first widespread heatwave of the year, but some regions will be more affected than others.
Many data centers are in areas where power outages and water restrictions could force shutdowns.
France's greenhouse gas emissions fell more than previously thought in 2024 and 2025, but the pace of cuts was still slower than in earlier years, revised government-commissioned figures showed on Tuesday.
“This is a major investment to reduce the emissions associated with the ferries whilst alongside; in support of CMAL’s commitment to decarbonisation.”
NHS officials are urging the public to come forward for care as usual but are braced for a surge in demand linked to a predicted heatwave and England's first World Cup game on Wednesday.
A worrying report has revealed that greenhouse gas emissions have hit an all-time high.
The amount of planet-warming gases produced in 2024 fell by 1% compared to the previous year.
[New Times] Efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions have cut 1.5 million tonnes of carbon emissions, equivalent to 36 per cent of the 4.4 million-tonne reduction target set for 2030 under the national climate action plan, according to the Rwanda Environment Management Authority (REMA).
The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) forecasts the severe heatwave gripping the nation to continue across most parts of the country from Friday, June 5, until Tuesday, June 9. Extremely hot conditions are expected during the day in most areas, with hot weather along the northern coast. Temperatures will be more moderate during the night and … The post Searing heatwave continues in Egypt until Tuesday: EMA appeared first on Egypt Independent.
Typhoon Jangmi on Wednesday ripped through the Pacific side of western and eastern Japan after making landfall in the morning, causing flooding and mudslides and leaving dozens of people injured. The typhoon made landfall around 4.30am in the southern part of Wakayama Prefecture in western Japan, after it passed near Okinawa and Kagoshima prefectures the past two days. At one point, the weather agency issued its highest level 5 flood warning for the Koza River in Wakayama Prefecture, meaning the...
Domestic workers in Hong Kong are routinely banned from switching on air conditioning when working at home alone, union leaders have said, urging employers to allow helpers to use it during very hot weather. The issue surfaced last week after an employer drew widespread online criticism for scolding her domestic helper for switching on an air conditioner an hour earlier than household rules allowed, as an intense heatwave gripped the city. The Hong Kong Observatory said high temperatures would...
The female paddleboarder set off for a sunset paddle with her dog on board during the heatwave last week, before the weather quickly turned.
Girl pulled from River Wharfe in Burnsall, Yorkshire, on Sunday, with temperatures dropping down to average on Monday A 13-year-old girl has died after going into a river and a boy is missing as the water-related death toll reached at least 15 at the end of the UK heatwave. The girl was pulled from the River Wharfe in Burnsall, near Skipton, North Yorkshire, on Sunday evening. She was airlifted to hospital where she was pronounced dead, North Yorkshire police said. Continue reading...
It started as a school project to promote local businesses in a remote Bavarian region. Now, the "Chiemgauer" currency helps to cut emissions.
France's weather service predicted cooler temperatures on Sunday, marking the end of a record-breaking heatwave blamed for a number of deaths across Europe.
Ottawa faces pressure to explain how recent climate policy rollbacks will affect emissions, as officials say modelling on the impact is still underway.
The Egyptian Meteorological Authority has released the weather forecast for the current week, warning of a gradual rise in temperatures across the country coinciding with the first days of June. The weather will be mild in the early morning, turning hot during the day across Greater Cairo and Lower Egypt. Meanwhile, it will be warm … The post Egypt heatwave to intensify starting June appeared first on Egypt Independent.
France’s unusually early heatwave began to ease in some western areas on Friday, although part of the country remains under orange alert and temperatures were expected to peak in Paris.
ROME - Italy on Thursday issued a red heatwave alert for the capital Rome, the latest country to take urgent action during a heatwave that has smashed records in Europe.
Northwest India is on the brink of a refreshing weather transformation, with a notable cooldown expected in the next three days as heatwave conditions diminish. With temperatures projected to drop by 5-10 degrees Celsius, this is a much-needed reprieve for weary residents.
The widespread heatwave will gradually reduce in intensity in the coming days, with a transition to more unsettled and cooler weather by the weekend for many.
Météo-France maintained orange heatwave alerts across large parts of France on Thursday including the capital Paris, warning that the unusually early spell of extreme heat is “unprecedented” for the end of May.
Industry figures warn of national security risk and call for ministers to address impact of extreme weather, inflation and Iran war Britain is “sleepwalking into a food crisis” caused by extreme weather, inflation and the impacts of the Iran war – and the government is failing to take the threat seriously, food experts have said. Farmers are facing severe strain from the current heatwave following a dry spring , with many crops likely to yield less as temperatures rise beyond their tolerance . Livestock are also suffering heat stress and there is a rising risk of wildfires. Economic losses are likely to be measured in the hundreds of millions of pounds. Continue reading...
At least nine people have died in recent days as people have tried to cool off in Britain’s waterways Water safety experts have warned about the dangers of outdoor swimming after a spike in drownings as people try to escape soaring temperatures by cooling off in rivers, lakes, reservoirs and other bodies of water. In recent days, emergency services have reported at least nine deaths because of water-related incidents, seven of them young people, as Britain’s heatwave sends crowds of people to the seaside and other swimming spots. Continue reading...
In light of the escalating heatwave sweeping across India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is calling on citizens to prioritize their health. He stresses the importance of staying thoroughly hydrated, keeping water on hand at all times, and being alert to signs of heat stress, such as dizziness and fatigue.
A heatwave has gripped large parts of western Europe. Although Germany has not seen a record high for the month of May, temperatures are well into the 30s.
Head of BHP’s WA iron ore operations unable to give firm timeline for replacing diesel trucks as leaked documents reveal decarbonisation delay Read more from the BHP files investigation here Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast A senior BHP executive has admitted the Australian multinational’s push to reduce emissions has been delayed as the Western Australian premier, Roger Cook, said big miners had an “important moral obligation” to decarbonise. An exclusive investigation based on documents leaked to the Guardian and ABC revealed this week that the world’s biggest miner has hit the brakes on decarbonisation, something experts fear could put Australia’s national emissions reductions targets at risk. Continue reading...
LONDON - Western Europe faced another day of record-breaking temperatures Tuesday as a heatwave pushed the mercury well above normal levels for May.
The French government said on Tuesday that seven people were reported to have died in connection to the recent heatwave baking much of western Europe, five of which were drownings.
The UK is experiencing record-breaking temperatures in an unprecedented May heatwave, while large parts of Europe are also facing blistering conditions. As the climate crisis makes extreme heat more likely, are we prepared? Lucy Hough speaks to the Guardian reporter Helena Horton. Continue reading...
The Bank Holiday weekend will see an exceptional spell of warmth for May with a notable heatwave.
Definition of green facilities made in 2022, before release of ChatGPT, says Action to Protect Rural Scotland A Scottish government policy designed to encourage datacentres to build in Scotland could lead to a massive volume of carbon emissions being ignored, according to an analysis by a Scottish charity. “Green datacentres” are at the heart of Scotland’s ambitions to develop economically. Enshrined in national policy , they are part of a larger, UK-wide effort to attract big AI investment to Scotland. Continue reading...
Telangana is grappling with an intense heatwave, with at least 16 heat-related deaths reported on Friday across seven districts. The state government has issued a statewide alert, and the IMD warns of severe conditions continuing for three more days. Families of the deceased will receive an ex gratia payment of Rs 4 lakh.
Telangana Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy announced that 16 individuals have died due to the prevailing heatwave conditions across the state this summer. The deaths were reported from seven districts, with Jayashankar Bhupalpally recording the highest number. The government will provide an ex-gratia of Rs four lakh to the families of each deceased.
Experts from leading vet charity, PDSA, have warned of the dangers of heat for cats and dogs.
What does a surge in ocean temperatures, compounded with El Niño, bode for the summer? An enormous marine heatwave off the US west coast is ringing alarm bells among ocean and atmospheric scientists as new data shows its ecological and environmental effects are intensifying. The unusual area of warm water has persisted since peaking in size during September 2025 and still stretches thousands of miles from the California coastline – more than halfway across the Pacific – affecting a vast triangle-shaped region of oceanic habitats from Hawaii to British Columbia and southward to Mexico. Continue reading...
Uttar Pradesh faces a severe heatwave as the IMD issues a red alert for 10 districts, warning of extreme temperatures. An orange alert covers 34 districts, with a yellow alert for 17 more. Temperatures are expected to rise further in eastern UP. Authorities are on high alert, with health advisories and preparedness measures in place.
The burger chain still wants to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.
Northwest India is battling severe heatwave conditions, with temperatures soaring across multiple states. Uttar Pradesh's Banda recorded a scorching 48°C, while Delhi anticipates touching 46°C. Punjab and Haryana are also reeling under intense heat. The IMD has issued alerts, advising extreme caution for vulnerable populations and recommending hydration and protective measures.
TYPHOON TOOK FOUR LIVES Alice created two new records By SCMP Staff This article was first published on May 21, 1961 The typhoon which struck Hongkong on Friday took four lives, but the damage done was negligible compared to the havoc wrought by the severe storm which pounded the Colony in June last year. The number of people injured during Typhoon Alice was around 20, but the majority of them were not seriously hurt. The four persons who were killed were two women and two children. This is how...
Several Indian states, including Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana and Rajasthan, have announced extended summer school holidays due to severe heatwave conditions and IMD warnings of rising temperatures through June. Schools across CBSE, ICSE, private and government boards have revised schedules or shifted to morning classes to protect students from extreme heat. The report also explains why many children struggle returning to school after long holidays, citing disrupted routines, academic pressure, altered sleep schedules and attachment to leisure activities.
New York finalized requirements for fuel suppliers to report on their greenhouse gas emissions last year.
A Hong Kong couple have been spared a criminal conviction for storm chasing with their children during Super Typhoon Ragasa last year after prosecutors agreed to settle the case with a bind-over order. The couple were bound over at Eastern Court on Tuesday for three years in the sum of HK$2,000 (US$255) on a joint charge of ill-treatment or neglect by those in charge of a child or young person. The couple will be fined HK$2,000 if they fail to maintain good behaviour and keep the peace during...
An experimental hydrogen engine developed by researchers at the University of Magdeburg offers better performance than diesel with none of the emissions.