Satellite images show the severe impact of western Europe's record summer heatwaves, revealing shrunken glaciers, dried rivers, and widespread vegetation stress.
An exceptional summer heatwave and drought have disrupted European nuclear power plants, forcing reactor shutdowns and output reductions in Romania, Hungary, and France due to low water levels and environmental issues.
As temperatures soar, here are expert tips to keep children cool and safe, from hydration hacks to sunscreen advice and bedtime cooling strategies.
The UK faces severe strain on public services, farming, and workplaces due to increasingly frequent heatwaves, with the NHS, transport, farming, and education sectors heavily impacted, prompting calls for adaptation and climate action.
Asian travelers continue flocking to Europe despite record-breaking summer heat, with searches rising 57% year-on-year. While Southern Europe remains popular, Northern Europe and cooler destinations are seeing surging demand and doubled hotel bookings.
Rising UK temperatures are disrupting the wedding industry, forcing couples to incur extra costs for cooling and shifting wedding dates to cooler months. Businesses report financial strain from energy demands, reduced alcohol sales, and supply chain issues for flowers.
Cuba experienced another nationwide power grid failure on Sunday, plunging the country into darkness. The state utility, UNE, attributed the "total disconnection" to aging equipment and the US energy embargo, which has halted fuel deliveries for power stations, making normal life difficult for residents.
Hungary's Paks Nuclear Power Plant, supplying half the nation's electricity, has fully shut down as record-low Danube River levels prevent adequate cooling water intake. The closure, amidst a heatwave, forces Hungary to rely on costly imports and implement conservation measures.
Two firefighting helicopters collided midair near Athens while battling a wind-driven wildfire, killing two crew members. This incident is part of a wider wildfire crisis across Europe, exacerbated by heatwaves and drought, also affecting river levels and power generation.
Hungary's Paks Nuclear Power Plant, supplying half the nation's electricity, has shut down completely due to record-low Danube River levels, preventing sufficient cooling water intake. The closure during an intense heatwave forces Hungary to rely on costly imports and implement conservation measures.
A search-and-rescue operation is underway in Greece for four pilots after two firefighting helicopters collided mid-air near Athens while battling wildfires, one exploding on impact. Wildfires continue to rage across Greece and other parts of Europe, exacerbated by drought conditions.
Greggs reports a 7.2% increase in total sales to £1.1bn for the first half of 2026, attributed to new store openings, successful menu adaptations (iced matcha lattes, salads, chicken rolls), and controlled price increases, despite UK heatwaves.
The National Energy System Operator (Neso) faces accusations of a cover-up regarding power system strain during summer heatwaves. Whistleblowers allege managers ordered staff to forgo note-keeping and pressured operators to protect Neso's reputation, prompting an independent investigation.
The NBA Summer League in Las Vegas showcased strong performances from top draft picks like AJ Dybantsa, Cameron Boozer, and Caleb Wilson. Yaxel Lendeborg proved NBA-ready, while the Lakers found promising in-house wing solutions and the Bucks' reset started positively with Brayden Burries.
Ukrainian drone and missile strikes on Crimea's infrastructure have caused severe fuel, electricity, and water shortages, leading to widespread frustration among residents and disrupting daily life on the peninsula since its 2014 annexation.
Double Winter Olympic champion Matt Weston, Britain's most successful male Winter Olympian, has become an athlete advocate for Protect Our Winters (POW). He decided to use his raised profile to speak out against climate change after witnessing its impact on winter landscapes and training conditions, advocating for solutions like improved public transport.
Summer heat can exacerbate side effects of antidepressants like sertraline and amitriptyline, causing increased sweating, exhaustion, dizziness, and dehydration. Experts advise patients to stay hydrated and avoid direct sun, consulting doctors before altering medication.
The UK is experiencing its third heatwave of the year, with temperatures exceeding 35C and record-breaking heat across Europe. Health services are strained, schools closed, and businesses like supermarkets face operational challenges due to extreme heat.
Rawalpindi and its cantonment areas are experiencing an acute water shortage during peak summer. Residents accuse civic authorities of failing to address the crisis, with some areas receiving water only on alternate days and facing inflated prices from private tanker operators.
Thousands have been evacuated as wildfires devastate nearly 20,000 hectares across Portugal, Spain, France, and Greece, fueled by record heatwaves and strong winds. Officials banned spectators from a Tour de France stage in the Pyrenees, and authorities warn of worsening conditions and a long fire season ahead.
Ocean surface temperatures outside polar regions reached a new record high on June 21, surpassing 2023 and 2024 levels, according to Copernicus. This coincides with a forecast strong El Niño, raising concerns for extreme global heat, weather patterns, and marine ecosystems.
Europe is experiencing unprecedented heatwaves, shattering temperature records and causing thousands of excess deaths. Its infrastructure, historically built for cold winters, struggles with cooling, leading to widespread disruptions and public health crises, necessitating urgent adaptation strategies.
Europe's unprecedented early summer heatwave, exacerbated by climate change, has led to over 1,300 excess deaths since June 21, according to WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, with France alone reporting around 1,000 more deaths than expected.
A review of 20 fans, including pedestal, bladeless, tower, desk, and evaporative coolers, highlighting energy efficiency, noise, and cooling performance, with the AirCraft Lume standing out as the best overall for its balance of power and quiet operation.
