The UK Met Office forecasts the strongest El Niño event in over 100 years, with Pacific temperatures rising by 3C. The phenomenon is expected to cause severe droughts in the southern hemisphere and bring increased rainfall and storms to the UK this autumn.
Germany grapples with damaging storms after a prolonged dry spell that left two dead, while official data reveals 14,000 summer heat deaths. Prosecutors file charges in the Cum-Ex scandal, and a Lufthansa flight makes an emergency landing in Scotland.
Heavy rain and thunderstorms are affecting parts of England and Wales, causing travel disruption and flooding risks. Despite the rainfall, the National Drought Group warns that the ongoing drought will not end immediately, as sustained precipitation is required.
Severe storms across Germany have caused one death and widespread property damage. Meanwhile, a CDU politician in Saxony-Anhalt faces scrutiny for donating to the AfD, and official data reveals 14,000 heat-related deaths during the summer.
Severe storms in Germany caused one death and multiple injuries, with significant property damage reported in Rhineland-Palatinate and Hesse. Meanwhile, southeastern Europe faces extreme heat and wildfires, prompting Serbia to deploy a Russian firefighting plane.
Heavy showers and thunderstorms will affect parts of the UK, bringing flood risks, travel disruption, and a drop in temperatures after a prolonged dry spell.
Severe storms across parts of Germany overnight left one woman dead and at least two others injured after a falling tree struck them in Waldorf. A tornado also struck Fürstenwalde, damaging roofs and cars, while storms caused widespread damage in western and southern Germany.
The Atlantic hurricane season is experiencing record-low activity due to a powerful El Niño, dry Saharan air, and a weak West African monsoon. Experts report an Accumulated Cyclone Energy of only 3.1, significantly below the seasonal average.
Legendary makeup effects artist Rick Baker reflects on his illustrious Hollywood career, his iconic movie monsters, mentoring the next generation, and his views on AI during an interview at the Locarno Film Festival.
Severe thunderstorms, heavy rain, and flash flooding continue across a swath of the U.S. from the Midwest to the mid-Atlantic, following storms in Indiana that resulted in at least seven deaths and widespread power outages.
At least six people have died following severe storms and widespread flooding in Indiana, where the White River crested in Indianapolis. The severe weather triggered emergency evacuations, power outages for thousands, and prompted federal disaster assistance.
At least five people have died in Indiana following fierce storms and historic flooding that prompted Governor Mike Braun to seek a presidential emergency declaration, with federal assistance pledged by President Donald Trump.
Severe storms and flooding in Indiana have killed at least five people and prompted numerous rescues and evacuations along the White River. Rivers reached record levels, leading over a dozen counties to declare local disasters.
At least 5 people are dead and thousands evacuated in Indiana due to devastating floods, with the White River exceeding 1913 records. Officials warn of dangerous water levels amid ongoing storms.
Canada has launched a targeted thunderstorm and tornado warning system using storm-based polygons to provide precise alerts to communities along the projected path of severe weather.
On August 14, 2026, India faces an active monsoon bringing heavy to very heavy rainfall across eastern, central, northern, and southern states. A depression over coastal West Bengal and strong winds prompt warnings for fishermen and residents.
StemRad's AstroRad vest, tested on NASA's Artemis I mission, provides ~60% radiation dose reduction during solar storms, comparable to Orion's storm shelter but allowing mobility.
A lightning strike at Grafton Correctional Institution in Ohio injured 16 inmates, leaving one seriously hurt, as deadly severe storms and potential derecho conditions swept across the US Midwest.
Karnataka faces a 12-hour statewide bandh on August 13, called by pro-Kannada groups, demanding action on the Cauvery water dispute and projects like Mekedatu. The shutdown, coupled with predicted thunderstorms and heavy rain, may disrupt public transport, commerce, and daily life, especially in Bengaluru and Tamil Nadu border areas.
Kiel, Germany, after suffering a historic storm surge in 2023, is at the forefront of climate adaptation, redesigning its infrastructure and daily life to combat climate change impacts while stressing the importance of emission reduction.
Tropical storms Luis and Maymay, along with a strengthened southwest monsoon, have caused torrential rains in the Philippines, resulting in at least 19 deaths, 4 missing, and 15 injured, with over 2.27 million people affected across nine regions.
Amy Hunt claimed her first senior international title with victory in the 100m at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham, clocking 11 seconds flat to secure Britain's first gold medal of the event.
Floods, landslides and accidents driven by a nine-day downpour have killed at least 13 people in the northern Philippines, causing widespread closures and disruptions.
A severe heatwave in central and eastern Europe has broken temperature records, fueled wildfires, and caused low water levels, impacting energy production. Meanwhile, Typhoon Dolphin hit China, and Typhoon Chan-hom is expected to make landfall in Japan.
