What is a heatwave? Amber warning explained as UK enters fourth of the summer

WHEN summer brings unbroken sunshine to Britain, talk quickly turns to heatwaves. But while a scorching afternoon might feel like a day on the Mediterranean, one warm day does not mean we are officially in a heatwave. The Met Office actually uses strict scientific criteria before making that important call. What is a h

The wildfires that swept across Spain and France are among the largest the two countries have experienced in recent history.

Sweltering temperatures are expected in the capital this week

Fire chiefs have warned wildfire risk remains high as England braces for its fourth heatwave of the year

Lloyd’s of London is allowing its staff to stay away from the historic City building as yet another heatwave threatens to hit London.  The home of the world’s leading specialist insurance and reinsurance marketplace has told staff they are able to use their judgement and work from home this week with temperatures in th

The return of extreme temperatures is expected to intensify wildfire risks across Spain.

August is shaping up to be a hot month for K-pop releases, with artists ranging from veteran groups returning after lengthy breaks to globally prominent acts releasing new music. Red Velvet, Stray Kids, Katseye, Enhypen and NCT 127 have confirmed albums throughout the month, while Big Bang is reportedly also preparing

Rain over the weekend provided little or no relief in many areas still facing continuing hot weather.

Rain over the weekend provided little or no relief in many areas still facing continuing hot weather.

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) warning comes into force from 9am on Tuesday, July 28

First responders fear parts of the UK have become a tinderbox this summer, with arid conditions set to continue as the mercury rises, creating a perfect storm for fires