Writer Sunil Badami explores the modern paradox of being unable to relax, even with weeks of summer leave. Discover why Australians work long hours yet productivity falls, and how to reclaim true downtime.
A man, woman and child are missing after bushfires in Victoria, Australia. Firefighters had warned them it was too late to evacuate before the house was destroyed. Follow the latest updates.
Justin Bieber could headline British Summer Time in Hyde Park this summer, marking his first major UK show since 2017 following health struggles. Get the latest details.
As Australia faces its worst heatwave since Black Summer, a leading climate scientist warns of escalating dangers and the urgent need for adaptation and net-zero action. Learn the facts.
As Victoria braces for catastrophic fire conditions, residents flee their homes, seeking refuge in centres like Seymour. The shadow of the Black Summer bushfires looms large over communities.
The chaotic Red Bull Soapbox Race is back at Alexandra Palace on 20 June 2026. Find out how to get tickets and enter your own madcap vehicle before they sell out.
Emergency services warn of Victoria's worst fire danger since Black Summer as an out-of-control bushfire erupts near Euroa. Communities told it is too late to leave. Read the latest updates.
Discover eight delicious no-cook recipes from chefs like Meera Sodha and Yotam Ottolenghi, perfect for UK heatwaves. Stay cool with salads, gazpacho, and fancy toast.
Theo Silverton struggles with his guilt after Billy Mayhew's tragic death in Coronation Street. As Summer Spellman grieves, his facade begins to crack. Read the latest spoilers.
Nicolás Maduro and Sean 'Diddy' Combs join a list of infamous inmates at the Metropolitan Detention Center, a Brooklyn jail accused of inhumane conditions, violence, and drug infestations. Read the full investigation.
The Met Office dispels the myth linking a freezing winter to a summer heatwave. While warmer trends continue, upcoming weeks bring rain, wind, and potential snow. Get the full UK forecast.
New DWP data reveals over 563,000 pensioners receive long-term Attendance Allowance. Discover which health conditions most commonly secure the five-year award and how to claim.
A severe heatwave, the most significant since the 2019-20 Black Summer, is scorching south-east Australia with temperatures over 40C. Authorities warn of 'extreme' fire danger as a blaze burns out of control in Victoria's north-east.
After the Black Summer fires, Cobargo learned true resilience comes from social bonds built before disaster strikes. Discover how community infrastructure is as crucial as emergency kits.
Southern and eastern Australia face an extreme heatwave, while economists await key inflation data. A snorkeller's remains are found on a WA beach. Follow our live blog for updates.
Londoners can finally see light at the end of the tunnel. Discover the exact date the sun will set after 5pm in 2026 and when we'll reach 6pm sunsets. Read the full forecast now.
Australia faces its most severe heatwave since the 2019-20 Black Summer bushfires, with extreme temperatures and fire danger threatening multiple states. Learn the latest forecasts and safety advice.
American luger Summer Britcher triumphs in Sigulda, taking her second World Cup win this season and moving top of the standings ahead of the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.
2025 was the deadliest year for US Immigration and Customs Enforcement in over two decades, with 31 fatalities in custody. The deaths occurred amid record detention numbers.
Emergency services suspend searches for missing swimmers after six people die along Australia's eastern coastline during a horror New Year period. Read the full report.
The body of a 19-year-old college freshman was found on Mount Baldy's Devil's Backbone trail after a 500ft fall. Two others also perished as treacherous conditions prompt trail closures. Read the full report.
Iranians took to the streets on 31 December 2025 as economic hardship and social restrictions intensified. Read our full report on the growing unrest.
A year-long investigation exposes London's housing crisis: tenants living with rats, no toilets for a decade, and councils failing to act. Read the shocking human stories.
Australian authors and comedians, including Kathy Lette and Trent Dalton, share hilarious and cringe-worthy stories of the awful alcoholic concoctions they survived in their youth. Read their tales of fireball sambucas and vodka spiders.
Discover a fantastic range of free workshops, exhibitions, and performances for children across Australia this summer, from giant puppet whales to comic creation and reading challenges.
A major winter storm sweeps across the US, bringing blizzards to the Midwest and a dramatic 'Blue Norther' cold front to the South, ending days of record-breaking warmth. Read the latest forecasts.
A targeted Met Police operation in 20 London town centres cut crime by 18% and boosted arrests by a third over summer 2025. Discover how focused patrols and plain-clothed ops made the capital safer.
A look at how 13 QPR players who left in the summer transfer window are faring at their new clubs, from Championship struggles to European adventures. Discover their journeys.
A detailed review of how the 16 players Chelsea sold last summer, including a £32m flop, are performing at their new clubs across Europe. Discover who's thriving and who's struggling.
A Guatemalan man died in ICE custody at Fort Bliss, Texas. His wife was deported without seeing him. Lawmakers demand closure amid abuse allegations.