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Pest control calls in Cardiff have tripled this year, with some firms responding to five or six infestations weekly. Experts warn climate shifts are driving the spread of resilient urban pests.
May temperatures soared from average to 35.1C in 48 hours, exposing a dangerous new pattern of sudden heat spikes that experts warn are accelerating. With soils drying faster and marine heatwaves intensifying, the country faces lethal heatwaves earlier and harder.
Temperatures in central Portugal hit 40.3°C on Wednesday, obliterating the nation’s May record and signaling a dangerous start to Europe’s summer. Meteorologists warn the extreme heat will persist through the weekend, with wildfire risks escalating across the Iberian Peninsula.
New research reveals the overlooked toll of extreme heat on the body, with London doctors reporting a 34% spike in heat-related cardiac arrests last summer. The findings expose gaps in public health strategies as climate change accelerates.
The 55-metre chalk figure, one of Britain’s most recognizable landmarks, is being rechalked early due to heavier winter rains washing away its outline. Volunteers are scaling the hillside this week to apply 17 tonnes of fresh chalk before erosion and algae obscure the Giant’s defining features.
A new arrival at Marwell Zoo became the unlikely symbol of Britain’s late-May heatwave, romping through mud as temperatures shattered national records. The zoo near Winchester saw highs of 32°C, part of a wider scorching spell that saw the UK’s spring temperature record smashed twice in two days.
Cooler air sweeps across England Wednesday, ending the May heatwave, but Wales and southwest England face renewed heat by Friday. Climate scientists warn of intensifying early-season extremes.
Temperatures in western Europe have surged past historic highs, with Spain and Portugal bracing for 45°C peaks. Scientists link the unprecedented heat to accelerating climate trends, while authorities issue urgent health warnings.
The Green Party has named Sarah Wakefield as its candidate for the upcoming Makerfield by-election, setting up a four-way race with Labour, Conservatives and Liberal Democrats. Wakefield brings a background in environmental law and grassroots campaigning to the contest.
A decade after abandoning farming, Kolar’s Ashoka Shivareddy returned to till the land—this time, to grow custard apples. His gamble on the drought-resistant fruit has yielded £1.8 million in revenue and inspired 400 neighboring growers to follow his lead.
London’s Kew Gardens recorded 34.8C on Monday, smashing the previous May record by 1.5 degrees and triggering health alerts across England. The extreme heat has left hundreds without water, disrupted events and set a new trajectory for Britain’s climate patterns.
Southern England is baking under temperatures exceeding 30°C, marking a rare May heatwave. Officials warn this could be a precursor to an even hotter summer ahead.
Mottisfont’s National Trust rose garden is already peaking weeks ahead of schedule, a direct result of Britain’s unseasonably mild winter and spring. The early bloom—unseen in living memory—has forced gardeners to adapt pruning and planting strategies to protect rare varieties from climate pressures.
Temperatures are forecast to soar to 33°C in south-east England on Monday, potentially breaking the May heat record. The UK Health Security Agency has issued amber alerts as the heatwave intensifies over the long weekend.
Britain braces for a historic May heatwave, with southeast England forecast to hit 33°C on Monday—potentially smashing the 1944 record. Health officials issued unusual yellow alerts across the Midlands and eastern regions as UV levels spike to dangerous highs.
Roses across National Trust gardens in southern England have burst into bloom up to a month earlier than historical averages, data shows, with gardeners warning of ecological disruption. Scientists link the trend to unseasonably warm winters and erratic spring rainfall.
Norway midfielder Morten Thorsby has warned FIFA that sweltering temperatures at the 2026 World Cup venues risk player safety and match integrity. Thorsby’s call comes after internal FIFA documents revealed concerns over cooling measures at host cities in the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
Special envoy Jeff Landry begins first Arctic visit to forge ties on behalf of the Trump administration, facing skepticism and logistical hurdles from day one. His three-day trip includes stops in Nuuk and Ilulissat to assess economic potential and political openness despite Greenland’s own agenda.
Government advisers demand legally binding maximum temperatures for indoor workplaces as climate change drives extreme heatwaves. Proposed thresholds could save lives and slash productivity losses worth billions annually.
The iconic cuckoo has reappeared in Hampshire this spring, detected at three wildlife reserves—its earliest return in five years. Conservationists warn the species remains at risk despite the welcome sighting.
The World Meteorological Organization predicts a 70% chance of a ‘super El Niño’ developing by late 2024, raising global temperatures to unprecedented levels. Scientists warn of severe weather disruptions across the Pacific and beyond, with impacts already visible in parts of Southeast Asia where monsoon patterns have shifted dramatically since May.
Leading climate researchers issue urgent warnings ahead of the 2026 World Cup, citing heat risks in host cities. The tournament’s feasibility hinges on urgent adaptation measures to prevent player and fan safety crises.
Temperatures hit 20C in parts of Wales and Cornwall on Wednesday, marking the warmest day of 2026 so far. Meteorologists warn of deceptive UV levels despite moderate spring heat.