16 m. ago Europe heatwave latest: Two killed in Spanish wildfire as extreme temperatures sweep the continent

At least two people have died in Italy while thousands of schools have been shut in France

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32 m. ago North Koreans swim at huge new beach resort touted as boost for country’s tourism

The first group of Russian tourists to the Wonsan-Kalma resort will depart on July 7 for a eight-day trip

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41 m. ago Vernon Kay's Radio 2 show heatwave chaos as he gets trapped on broken down train

Vernon Kay was due to start his BBC Radio 2 mid-morning show at 9.30am on Tuesday, but was unable to get to the studio after his train broke down in the sweltering heat

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41 m. ago Wimbledon 2025 weather today: Rain begins to fall on Wednesday as day 3 temperatures cool

Complete two-week weather forecast for SW19

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43 m. ago Column | To AC or not to AC: Finding relief in a London heatwave

Column | To AC or not to AC: Finding relief in a London heatwave  The Daily Collegian

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70 m. ago London weather: It's raining! Commuters rejoice as cooler, damp morning follows swelteringly hot night

Early-risers greeted with rain after struggling to get to sleep during another sweltering night

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73 m. ago Government says no law change needed to send workers home in extreme heat

Heatwaves are becoming more frequent and intense

Society

2 h. ago Wales breaking news plus weather and traffic updates (Wednesday, July 2)

All of the latest news from across Wales and further afield

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3 h. ago Europe heatwave latest: Eiffel Tower summit closed as continent faces record

At least two people have died in Italy while thousands of schools have been shut in France

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3 h. ago Political cowardice hindering Europe’s climate efforts, says EU’s green chief

Teresa Ribera says effects of crisis are becoming increasingly obvious but not translating into proper actionPolitical cowardice is hindering European efforts to face up to the effects of the climate crisis, even as the continent is pummelled by a record-breaking heatwave, the EU’s green transition chief has warned.In an interview with the Guardian, Teresa Ribera said that although the effects of the climate emergency were becoming increasingly obvious, they were still not translating into proper action. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago Choose comfort, ditch boring and prioritise pleasure – how to find the perfect beach read

It’s easy to dismiss holiday novels as pulpy, but relaxing with a book you enjoy has huge health benefits. Here’s how to read yourself happy this summerLeo Tolstoy’s novel Anna Karenina is a masterpiece. It has never been out of print. Luminaries from William Faulkner to Jilly Cooper have remarked on its brilliance. It is usually within the top 10 of any list of the “100 books you simply must read before you die”. However, I would argue that it’s a singularly poor choice of a book to bring with you for 10 days on the beach in Tenerife. Especially in hardback.I really tried. Every day, I’d read two or three pages before realising I’d read the same pages the day before, and it simply hadn’t stuck. I kept drifting off during the more complex descriptions of 19th-century property law. I simply couldn’t see what Anna saw in Vronsky; he seemed dreadful, just a slightly different kind of dreadful from her husband, Karenin. My arms ached, the sand seemed unusually gritty, and on day four, a...

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3 h. ago UK weather maps show exactly where next hot spell will hit in 36C scorcher

Starting from today, temperatures will be cooler than the past few days - but in just over 10 days, we are set for another heatwave with highs of 36C, weather maps show

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3 h. ago 'Classic' sportscar has a 'timeless' design and can be yours for just £1,500

The BMW Z3 may be a somewhat forgotten classic, but this used car expert believes it's a great second-hand buy. It won over enthusiasts with its retro-inspired design, smooth engines and grip

Economics

4 h. ago Australia bomb cyclone live: Travel chaos continues after strong winds leave thousands without power

Up to 250mm of rain and winds up to 125kmph (78mph) forecast to hit parts of New South Wales today

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5 h. ago Football chairman's final moments with wife after horror jet ski crash

Debra Wright, 47, was fatally injured in the crash on Saturday evening at Los Toros beach in Manilva, just west of Estepona, on the Costa del Sol in southern Spain

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5 h. ago 'I discovered why UK beach with Hawaii vibe and waterfall is deserted'

Woody Bay in North Devon is a stunning and unspoilt spot that's perfect for wild swimmers and sunbathers - but it's not for the faint-hearted or those seeking facilities

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6 h. ago Inside Manchester City's Club World Cup failure: How saunas, crosswords and Rayan Cherki's French rap turned into an Al Hilal nightmare

JACK GAUGHAN: The beach yoga on Florida 's east coast wouldn't have felt quite so tranquil the morning after Al Hilal, as Manchester City prepared to board their 153-seat Atlas private charter home.

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6 h. ago Beautiful UK beach with crystal clear waters can only be reached by tunnel

Travel influencer Chloe Lawford shared a video of the picture-perfect beach she visited in the UK that's only accessible via a network of historic tunnels

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7 h. ago Picturesque UK town 'rivals Amalfi coast' with colourful houses and pretty beach

The Amalfi Coast is on most people's bucket list but the good news for Brits is there's a dupe in the UK that's often compared to the Italian hotspot thanks to its charming harbour

Society

7 h. ago High bacteria levels have forced beaches in these states to close ahead of July 4

Some celebrants of July 4 may be saddened to find their local beaches have been closed over bacteria in the water

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