First London rain in weeks forecast after 35C heatwave
BBC Weather predicts showers for London on August 17, ending a dry spell, with highs of 23C, after temperatures reach 35C this week.
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Rain forecast for London after 35C heatwave
BBC Weather predicts first rain in London for weeks on August 17, with highs of 23C, following a heatwave peaking at 35C on August 13.
Luton Airport Free Bus Travel: Show Boarding Pass for Free Rides
Passengers flying from London Luton Airport can get free bus travel on selected Arriva and Stagecoach routes until August 31 by showing a valid boarding pass, saving on parking and taxis.
Drought Britain: Water Firms Under Fire
As drought grips Britain, water companies face criticism over infrastructure and leaks. Experts demand urgent action to secure water supply.
Colombia Quake: 47 Dead, Building Collapse on Video
At least 47 people died after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on Monday; video shows a building collapsing in Pereira.
July 2026 hottest US month on record: Noaa
July 2026 was the hottest month in US history, averaging 3.3F above the 20th-century norm, driven by climate crisis, Noaa data shows.
Duke's farm tackles climate with circular farming
Grosvenor Farms, owned by the Duke of Westminster, produces 34m litres of milk annually despite heatwaves and fertiliser shortages, using circular farming and biomethane.
SpaceX Louisiana Launch Site Plan Sparks Backlash
SpaceX's plan to build a rocket launch site on Louisiana's Pecan Island faces local opposition over fears it will damage fragile ecosystems and migratory bird habitats.
Dogs Can Read Human Emotions, Brain Scans Show
Dogs can distinguish fearful, angry, and sad human faces, according to brain scans, offering new insights into canine cognition and empathy.
SA volunteers aid sick birds in avian flu outbreak
Volunteers in South Australia are rescuing sick birds amid an avian flu outbreak, with over 200 cases reported, as authorities urge public caution.
Drought to Expand in England as 36C Heat Approaches
Drought is set to be declared in more parts of England, including the north-west, as the UK braces for a fifth heatwave with possible 36C temperatures.
England drought declared amid heatwave
England officially enters drought status after prolonged heatwave and low rainfall, prompting water use restrictions and urgent calls for conservation.
TfL's £2m cycle shuttle carries as few as 51 cyclists daily
TfL spends £5,400 daily on a free cycle shuttle through Silvertown Tunnel, carrying as few as 51 cyclists—over £100 per passenger—sparking criticism.
Astronaut's iPhone Photo Shows Super Typhoon from Space
NASA astronaut Anil Menon captured a stunning iPhone photo of Super Typhoon Dolphin from the ISS, 250 miles above Earth, revealing the storm's immense scale and power.
Dust devil sweeps through Greenwich Park, Londoners dive
A dust devil tore through Greenwich Park, flinging blankets and leaves as onlookers watched. Britain's driest July on record fuels the phenomenon.
Man and dog survive bungalow explosion caught on camera
A suspected gas explosion destroyed a bungalow in Milton Keynes, injuring one man and his dog, with the blast caught on doorbell camera.
Met Office mulls rare heat warning as 36°C looms
The Met Office is considering issuing rare amber or red extreme heat warnings as temperatures could hit 36°C, with drought conditions affecting half of England and all of Wales.
Amber heat alerts for London as temps to hit mid-30Cs
Amber heat health alerts issued for London and most of England as fifth heatwave brings mid-30Cs, drought risk grows, and over 40 drownings reported.
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Solar Eclipse 2025: Safe Viewing Tips and Livestream Info
A partial solar eclipse will be visible in the UK on March 29, 2025. Experts warn never to look directly without proper eye protection. Livestream options available.
Knock-off Eclipse Glasses Risk Permanent Eye Damage
Experts warn uncertified eclipse glasses can cause permanent eye damage. Only ISO 12312-2 certified glasses are safe for viewing the August 12 solar eclipse.
Hosepipe Ban Shock: Neighbour Demands Proof
A Uxbridge woman faced a stern neighbour after accidentally using her hose during a ban, highlighting the strict enforcement as 23 million face restrictions.
UK's Cleanest Beaches Revealed Amid Record Sickness Reports
Surfers Against Sewage received record sickness reports from beachgoers. New research lists 63 clean beaches in England and 9 in Northern Ireland, including Hastings and Sandbanks.
New Forest fire: Drivers told to flee cars 'if you want to stay alive'
A lorry fire sparked a heathland blaze in the New Forest, forcing drivers to flee their cars and some to drive through flames to escape.
London Heatwave: Thursday Could Hit 36C, Met Office Warns
London braces for scorching heat as Thursday, August 13, may reach 36C, with the Met Office considering rare heat warnings for the capital and southeast England.
BC wildfire: 22,000 flee as state of emergency declared
Nearly 22,000 people evacuated in British Columbia as 'explosive' wildfire forces state of emergency; 9,700 more on alert.
Gatwick Runway Expansion Called Dangerous Mistake
Roger Haydon argues Gatwick's second runway is a dangerous mistake, citing that aviation is primarily leisure, with 80% of passengers on holiday and a £46.1bn tourism deficit.
Local Stewardship Key to Guga Hunt Debate
A Faroese biologist argues that banning the Hebridean guga hunt undermines local stewardship, contrary to the Kunming-Montreal framework, urging Scottish government to reconsider.
India's Green Growth Gamble: State Demand Key
India's ambitious plan to octuple GDP by 2047 while reaching net zero by 2070 requires state-generated demand, not just private finance, as the Guardian argues.
Clarkson's Harvest 'F***ed' After Record Drought
Jeremy Clarkson reveals his harvest is 'already f***ed' after the driest July in 190 years, with UK farmers facing the worst harvest on record and potential shortages.
London Rain Break: BBC Forecasts Showers Mid-August
London's parks will see temporary relief as BBC Weather forecasts light rain on August 17 and 20, but temperatures stay above 20C amid ongoing heatwave.
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