Over 850 Schools Close Across UK Amid Extreme Heatwave
More than 850 schools are shut across the UK today as temperatures could reach 40°C, with a rare red weather warning in place. Hundreds more will close early or switch to online learning.
Category : Climate
GMB's Laura Tobin Responds to Heat Warning Criticism
Laura Tobin defends Good Morning Britain's extreme heat coverage after viewers call it 'shambles,' citing rare red Met Office warning and potential fatalities.
Brits Warned: No Electric Fans as Heatwave Hits 40°C
The Met Office issued a rare red weather warning as temperatures are forecast to reach 40°C. The UK government advises against using electric fans above 35°C, warning they can lead to dehydration.
Foo Fighters Anfield Gig: Heatwave Safety Tips for Fans
Foo Fighters play Anfield on June 25 amid an amber weather warning. Liverpool FC advises fans to stay hydrated, use free tap water, and apply sunscreen at stations inside the stadium.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
UK Heatwave: Red Alerts, 40C Forecast, School Closures
Red heat warnings cover London to Birmingham as temperatures may hit 40C. Schools close, travel disrupted. Amber alert in North East. Severe impacts expected on health and infrastructure.
Tesco Completes Switch to Cage-Free Eggs Across All Stores
Tesco has completed its transition to 100% cage-free own-brand eggs across UK and Ireland, fulfilling a 2016 pledge. The move follows Asda and Lidl, with animal welfare groups urging government action.
UK Heatwave: Schools, Hospitals, Transport Struggle as Temps Soar
Temperatures hit 34.6C in Surrey, with forecasts of 39C. UN chief warns London is 'cooking' as infrastructure buckles under extreme heat linked to climate breakdown.
Badenoch and Hard-Right Allies Attack Miliband at ARC Conference
Kemi Badenoch told Tory peer Philippa Stroud that Ed Miliband 'has made our country poorer' at the ARC conference, where Trump's energy secretary called UK net zero policies a 'tragic mistake'.
UN: Israel Commits Genocide by Targeting Gaza Children
A UN inquiry found Israel continues genocide by deliberately targeting Palestinian children in Gaza, undermining the Palestinian people's existence, with about 30% of those killed being children.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Bird Flu ‘Very High Risk’ to 150 Australian Native Species
A potential bird flu outbreak presents a ‘very high risk’ of extinction to 150 of Australia’s native bird species, including Perth’s black swans and the fairy tern, according to assessments.
London Air Pollution Deaths Fall 40%, Study Finds
Deaths linked to air pollution in London fell by an estimated 40% from 2019 to 2024, but Imperial College researchers warn health impacts are worse than previously thought.
Ukraine war briefing: Crimea lockdown amid drone strikes
Ukraine struck a railway bridge, power plant, and other infrastructure in Crimea, prompting lockdown measures. Putin acknowledged a 'huge stream' of Ukrainian drones targeting Russian strategic infrastructure.
Kenyan Play 'Free Me' Tackles Rising Gender-Based Violence
Gathoni Kimuyu's autobiographical play 'Free Me' returns to Nairobi amid rising femicide, urging victims to speak out and demanding government action on gender-based violence.
Peat Bogs: Irish Life vs Environmental Impact Explored
Photographer Shane Hynan's project 'Beofhód' examines the cultural significance of Irish peat bogs versus their environmental toll, covering 14-17% of Ireland's land, with 80% lost to extraction.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
UK Schools Swelter as Climate Adaptation Plans Fail
A primary school in west London illustrates the UK's failure to adapt to rising temperatures, with a 130-year-old building staying cooler than a 2017-built neighbour, as experts warn that climate adaptation must happen now.
Alps and Pyrenees Could Be Hydrogen Sources
Research using plate tectonic simulations shows the Alps and Pyrenees may host natural hydrogen, offering a low-cost alternative to synthetic production.
UK Must Protect Landscapes from Intensifying Heatwaves
As the UK faces unprecedented heat, ecosystems are pushed beyond limits. Wildlife Trusts CEO Craig Bennett urges action to protect nature from climate change.
Australia Faces Unprecedented Heatwave
Australia is experiencing a record-breaking heatwave with temperatures exceeding 50°C in some regions, prompting emergency warnings and health alerts.
Paris Heatwave Measures: Lessons for Europe from France
France's four-level heatwave alert system, adopted after 2003's deadly heatwave, provides a model for European cities facing extreme heat, with measures like alcohol bans and cool islands.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Europe Braces for Record-Breaking Heatwave, UK Faces 40C
Europe faces another day of unprecedented heatwave, with Italy declaring red alerts in 16 cities, UK bracing for 40C, and France recording its hottest day. Extreme weather driven by trapped hot air and global heating.
NSW Labor Gambling Reforms Funded by Pokies Tax Surge
New South Wales Labor's gambling reforms are being financed by a record surge in poker machine tax revenue, with the state collecting over $2.5 billion in the last financial year, according to official figures.
GMB's Laura Tobin Responds to Weather Coverage Backlash
Laura Tobin defends Good Morning Britain's extensive heatwave coverage after viewers call it an 'absolute shambles', citing rare red warnings and potential fatalities.
24 UK Counties Forecast to Hit 40C in New Heatwave
Forecasts show 24 UK counties could reach 40C on Thursday, with 42C possible in some areas, potentially breaking the all-time UK heat record of 40.3C. Red warnings issued.
Freezer Hack for Cooling Down Better Than AC
A woman shares a simple hack using a hot water bottle frozen to keep cool during a heatwave, with some calling it better than air conditioning. But experts warn of safety risks.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Manchester Gay Village streets close for outdoor seating trial
Manchester's Gay Village will trial pedestrianisation on Bloom Street and Richmond Street from July 10, allowing venues to expand outdoor seating. Success could make it permanent.
Ed Miliband Chancellor Would Be a Disaster for UK
Ed Miliband's net zero policies have devastated Aberdeen, and now he wants to be Chancellor. Andy Burnham must stop him to avoid economic ruin.
BBC Breakfast's Jon Kay Issues 'Risk to Life' Heat Warning
BBC Breakfast's Jon Kay issued a rare Met Office red extreme heat warning, warning 'millions of us are set to be affected' as temperatures could reach 38°C across parts of England and Wales.
Witch Doctor Curse Strikes as Harry Kane Misses Sitter
Harry Kane missed a golden chance as England drew 0-0 with Ghana at the World Cup, after a witch doctor claimed to have cursed the striker. Fans mocked Kane's miss, comparing him to Timo Werner.
UK Grid Issues Rare Summer Power Warning Amid Heatwave
Britain's National Energy System Operator issued an electricity margin notice for Wednesday evening, warning of tight power supply due to extreme heat and low wind, a rare summer occurrence.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Liverpool Heatwave: 48-Hour Amber Warning Hits
A 48-hour amber heat warning is in effect for Liverpool, with temperatures nearing 30°C. The Met Office warns of health risks and potential danger to life.
Page 18 of 71
