25 h. ago Short shorts worn by the likes of Paul Mescal are in favour with blokes this summer

Celebrity fellas - like model David Gandy, and singer Harry Styles - kicked off the craze, which is sweeping Britain as temperatures soar past 30C

Politics

33 h. ago Water safety chiefs issue urgent plea to families heading to the beach in UK heatwave

As temperatures soar, the RNLI are urging Brits heading to the North West's beaches to make one important choice

Society

34 h. ago Yellow heat health alert extended to all of England as temperatures set to soar

The third heatwave of the summer has hit the UK with temperatures expected to reach 31C on Thursday as a yellow heat health alert is extended to all regions of England

Society

34 h. ago Health experts advising people to remember to take care in the sun as temperatures soar

Advising people to use precautions, particularly children (especially those aged five and under, the elderly and those with chronic diseases).

Science

35 h. ago Fire chiefs issue 'do not' warning as UK heatwave fuels wildfire risk

Brits have been told to "act sensibly" during the upcoming heatwave as temperatures are set to soar to 32C

Events

36 h. ago Urgent advice for millions of Brits on common medication during heatwave

The MHRA has urged people on certain medications to "take extra care" as temperatures soar to 34C in the UK

Science

37 h. ago Yellow heat health alert extended to all of England as temperatures soar

Temperatures are expected to climb into the 30s from Thursday and into the weekend across parts of the UK.

Society

58 h. ago Water levels in Yorkshire reservoirs run low as five million placed under hosepipe ban in drought

Officials at the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) have issued a yellow heat health alert for southern England and the Midlands from 10am this morning until next Tuesday.

Politics

59 h. ago Met Office verdict on when heatwave will end as temperatures soar to 34C

This upcoming heatwave is set to be "longer lived" than ones previously seen

Society

60 h. ago Brits told not to do one thing in garden this weekend as heatwave continues

A yellow heat health alert has been issued for the southern half of England, with temperatures once again set to soar - but people could do serious damage to their lawns

Politics

62 h. ago Scots householders advised not to use washing machines from Friday

Temperatures are set to soar in Scotland from Friday with experts advising people to be cautious when doing laundry.

Politics

64 h. ago Britain's sweltering summer continues as THIRD heatwave starts today amid scorched earth and hosepipe ban

Officials at the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) have issued a yellow heat health alert for southern England and the Midlands from 10am this morning until next Tuesday.

Politics

65 h. ago Heatwaves likely caused 263 more deaths in London, scientists estimate

Stark estimate of heatwave deaths in London comes as week-long yellow heat health alert kicks in at 10am on Wednesday

Events

65 h. ago Loch Lomond warning to revellers as temperatures set to soar across Scotland

Police Scotland and partners relaunched Operation Ballaton - a summer initiative aimed at keeping visitors and communities safe across Balloch, Loch Lomond and surrounding areas.

Events

66 h. ago The Greater Manchester canal walk that's gorgeous on a sunny day

As temperatures soar this week enjoy a stroll beside the water

Politics

3 d. ago Urgent heat health alert issued for whole week as 6 areas brace for 30C scorcher

Health bosses warned older and more vulnerable people will be most at risk as temperatures soar beyond 30C in parts of the country this week - with medical staff also on alert

Society

3 d. ago Met Office weather maps reveal exactly when UK will reach 33C as another heatwave forecast

Due to the extreme temperatures forecast by the Met Office, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued a yellow heat-health alert affecting six UK regions including East Midlands, West Midlands, East of England, London, and South East

Society

3 d. ago Heat health alert for parts of UK as country braces for fresh heatwave

Temperatures are set to soar to 30C in London and parts of the south east later this week

Society

3 d. ago Households urged to avoid drying clothes on washing lines from Tuesday

The Met Office has issued a 'very high' pollen count warning for parts of the UK this week as the country is set for another heatwave, which will see temperatures soar to 30C in some areas

Politics

4 d. ago UK households warned not to dry clothes outside this week as temperatures soar to 28C

Scotland is set to see highs of 28C this weekend but experts have advised households to dry their clothes indoors due to one common issue

Events