9 h. ago Brits are finally realising why heat in UK 'feels different' than when you're abroad

The UK has been experiencing scorching temperatures over the weekend, with 33C recorded on Saturday (July 12) - and there's a reason why you might be feeling it more than if you were abroad

Society

12 h. ago Brits finally realise true reason it feels 'hotter in the UK than abroad'

The UK has been sweltering in the third heatwave of the year, with temperatures peaking at 33C yesterday. Brits are renowned for complaining about the weather - and it seems like they have good reason to

Politics

39 h. ago Cooling blanket that's half the price of rival Oodie hailed as a 'game changer' on hot nights

Shoppers are beating the heat with a cut-price cooling blanket from Amazon that feels 'cool and at the same time cosy'

Events

53 h. ago ‘I was really dizzy’: Enzo Fernández reveals scare in heat of Club World Cup

Temperatures made Argentinian lie down in semi-finalHe brands playing conditions in US as ‘very dangerous’Enzo Fernández has said that the high temperatures at the Club World Cup are dangerous and revealed that he needed to lie down during Chelsea’s win over Fluminense because the heat left him feeling “really dizzy”.The Argentina midfielder is the latest player to criticise the tournament’s scheduling and call for Fifa to make changes before the World Cup takes place in Canada, Mexico and the US next summer. Continue reading...

Society

3 d. ago Festival Safety: The dangers of heat stroke and what to do if someone suffers from a case

Enjoy the heat responsibly - but what should you do if you star to feel the effects of heatstroke?

Politics

7 d. ago Greater Manchester set for 29C as Met Office forecasts 'widespread heatwave' in UK

The UK is set for another heatwave as temperatures climb next week – and this time northern parts of England could also feel the heat

Society

2 w. ago Escape the heatwave! 10 wild swimming spots to cool off within an hour of London

Feeling the heat? These are the best swimming spots within easy reach of the capital by train, tube and car

Politics

2 w. ago Feeling the heat: Your AC is going to push summer electricity bills to an average of $186 a month

Hot weather and rising gas prices will drive up your electricity bill this summer, experts warn.

Economics

2 w. ago Why it’s good to admit when you’re wrong – and how to improve

Admitting to being wrong can be difficult. But ‘intellectual humility’ is a trainable trait that deepens relationshipsYou may be familiar with the feeling. Someone factchecks you mid-conversation or discredits your dishwasher-loading technique. Heat rises to your face; you might feel defensive, embarrassed or angry. Do you insist you’re right or can you accept the correction?Admitting to being wrong can be difficult and uncomfortable. But the ability to admit to incorrect ideas or beliefs – what psychologists call “intellectual humility” – is important. Research shows that people with higher intellectual humility think more critically, and are less biased and less prone to dogmatism. Continue reading...

Politics

3 w. ago Four reasons why UK heatwaves always feel hotter than the same 30C heat abroad

A UK heatwave feels more intense than hot weather abroad due to several factors. Experts explain exactly why this is the case as the Met Office forecasts 34C temperatures for parts of England

Politics

3 w. ago Ascot 2025: Royals feel the heat as they face 32C temperatures at Ladies' Day on hottest day of the year so far

New royal favourite Harriet Sperling joked with the King on the hottest day of the year so far as she joined the family at Royal Ascot for the second time this week.

Events

3 w. ago American makes observation about British weather and says 'I thought you were lying'

An American man can't believe what the heat feels like in the UK when the sun comes out – and has issued his sympathy to Brits struggling in the high summer temperatures

Politics