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Severe Flooding Forces Kruger National Park Evacuation
Extreme rainfall inundates north-eastern South Africa and Mozambique, causing severe flooding, road washouts, and the evacuation of Kruger National Park. Flood warnings are at the highest level.
Lily Smith's 52-Story High Balance Beam Stunt
NCAA star Lily Smith executed a gravity-defying beam routine atop a Manhattan skyscraper for a Rimmel and Red Bull collaboration. Watch the fearless feat.
Record rainfall triggers flash flooding in Victoria
Flash flooding in Victoria's Wye River and Lorne saw cars swept into the ocean after 180mm of rain fell in six hours, breaking a local daily rainfall record. Explore the full story and aftermath.
Winter Gear Essentials from the World's Coldest Cities
Discover the heated socks, puffy booties, and expert-loved jackets that residents of Arctic cities swear by to survive extreme winters. Learn what truly works from those who live it.
Winter coat with £200 off at Mountain Warehouse
The Aurora Extreme Women's Down Waterproof Jacket is now £99.99, down from £299.99. Shoppers praise its warmth and protection from wind and rain during cold snaps.
Flash Flooding Sweeps Cars into Sea on Great Ocean Road
Dramatic footage captures vehicles being washed into the ocean after intense flash flooding struck Victoria's iconic Great Ocean Road. See the shocking video and full report.
2025 is planet's third hottest year on record
EU scientists confirm 2025 as Earth's third-warmest year, with global temperatures dangerously close to the 1.5C Paris Agreement limit. Discover the impacts and political challenges.
London faces heavy rain deluge on January 24, warns forecast
Weather maps predict a deluge of rain to soak London and the UK on January 24, with 0.8mm per hour expected. Get the full BBC and Met Office forecast for the capital's wet January.
European Airports Close as Black Ice Halts Flights
Budapest, Vienna, Prague & Bratislava airports suspend operations due to severe black ice. Flight cancellations and diversions cause major travel disruption across Europe.
Cycling's Tour Down Under grapples with heat and sponsors
Extreme heat forces route changes at the Tour Down Under, as climate activists target the event's fossil fuel sponsorship. Read the full story on the challenges facing professional cycling.
Thousands of flying foxes die in Australian heatwave
A severe heatwave in south-east Australia has caused the largest mass mortality of flying foxes since the Black Summer. Experts warn of a 'canary in the coal mine' for wildlife. Read more on the devastating impact.
Brits stranded in -37C Finland freeze await flights
Severe Arctic cold reaching -37C traps tourists in Finnish Lapland, cancelling flights. Stranded Brits may get home Monday as UK-bound services attempt to operate. Extreme weather disrupts travel across northern Europe.
Woman's year-long search for cats lost in LA fires
After her home burned down in the Altadena wildfires, Darlene Hamilton spent 366 days searching for her missing cats, Merlyn and Kiki. Read her story of hope and resilience.
Australia faces bushfires and cyclone Koji in extreme weather
Australia confronts simultaneous natural disasters as Victoria battles fierce bushfires and Queensland prepares for Cyclone Koji. Follow live updates on the emergency response and political reactions.
Australia Heatwave: Victoria Declares State of Disaster
A severe heatwave engulfs Australia, with Victoria declaring a state of disaster amid a bushfire crisis. Sydney braces for 40°C+ temperatures. Follow live updates.
Record ocean heat intensifies global climate disasters
New data reveals the world's oceans absorbed record heat in 2025, intensifying hurricanes, floods, and marine heatwaves. Scientists call for urgent emission cuts to safeguard our future.
Australia's Heatwave Crisis: A Scientist's Warning
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.
Catastrophic Fire Danger in Victoria Amid Extreme Heatwave
Victoria confronts catastrophic bushfire conditions, with temperatures soaring to 48.2C and total fire bans statewide. Officials warn of uncontrollable blazes reminiscent of Black Summer.
Australia Faces Dual Fire and Cyclone Emergency
Victoria braces for catastrophic fire conditions with total bans in place, while Queensland faces a 50/50 chance of a tropical cyclone. Follow our live coverage for the latest updates.
Storm Goretti: Cornwall Under Rare Red Weather Warning
Cornwall faces extreme danger as Storm Goretti triggers a Met Office red warning. See how locals are coping with 100ft waves and hurricane-force winds.
Daredevil wingsuit pilot killed in 120mph Table Mountain crash
World-renowned wingsuit pilot Brendan Weinstein, 32, died after crashing at 120mph during a jump from South Africa's Table Mountain. The Red Bull athlete leaves behind a partner and baby son.
Catastrophic Fire Danger Looms for Victoria on Friday
Firefighters prepare for catastrophic bushfire conditions in Victoria amid Australia's worst heatwave since Black Summer. Extreme temperatures and damaging winds create 'most dangerous day'.
Australia's Extreme Heat: A Warning for UK Climate Plans
As Australia faces unprecedented heatwaves, its survival strategies offer crucial lessons for UK climate adaptation. Discover what Britain must learn to stay cool in a warming world.
Australia's Black Summer Heatwave Returns with Extreme Fire Danger
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.
Australia's 'Silent Killer' Heatwave: Symptoms & Safety
As a severe heatwave hits Australia, experts warn extreme heat is the nation's top weather-related killer. Learn the critical symptoms of heat stress and how to stay safe.
Victoria's biggest heatwave since 2019 triggers fire bans
Victoria faces its most severe heatwave since 2019, with total fire bans declared in three districts. Officials warn residents to prepare for extreme heat conditions. Stay informed and follow safety advice.
Australia heatwave hits 46C as firefighters warn of extreme danger
A severe heatwave sweeps South Australia and Victoria, with temperatures hitting 46C. Firefighters warn landscapes are 'ready to burn' amid extreme fire danger ratings. Stay informed and check on vulnerable neighbours.
Australia's 46.4°C Heatwave Could Be Worst Since Black Summer
Australia is now the hottest place on Earth, with temperatures hitting 46.4°C. Meteorologists warn the extreme heat could last all week, raising fears of a repeat of the devastating 2019/20 bushfires.
Severe Heatwave Forecast for Australia, Echoing Black Summer
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.
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