Australia Heatwave: Temperatures Forecast to Hit 50°C
Parts of inland Australia face temperatures reaching 50°C this week, with Victoria and South Australia bracing for potential record-breaking heat and severe fire conditions.
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NZ Landslide: Six Victims Named, Recovery Underway
Six people missing after a landslide at a Mount Maunganui campsite have been named, with police confirming they are unlikely to be found alive. The victims include teenagers, a literacy coordinator, and a Swedish national.
UK Joins 10-Nation North Sea Wind Grid Pact
The UK and nine European nations have agreed to construct a 100GW offshore wind power grid in the North Sea, transforming the oil basin into a clean energy hub.
Australia Heatwave and Bushfire Crisis Intensifies
An extreme heat warning is in place for Victoria, with severe heatwave alerts across New South Wales, ACT, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, and the Northern Territory, alongside multiple bushfires.
UK Weather: Yellow Warnings for Heavy Rain and Flooding
The Met Office has issued yellow warnings for heavy rain across Southern England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, with fears of flooding and travel disruption.
US Storm: 10k Flights Cancelled, 800k Lose Power
A massive winter storm has paralysed the US, cancelling 10,000 flights and leaving 800,000 without power. Governors declare emergencies as Arctic conditions hit.
Amsterdam Bans Fatbikes After Child Accident Surge
Amsterdam announces a ban on wide-tyred electric fatbikes in city parks, starting with Vondelpark, following a sharp rise in serious accidents involving children aged 12-15.
Java Landslide: 25 Dead, Dozens Missing in West Bandung
Rescue teams in Indonesia's West Java province search for 72 missing people after a devastating landslide killed at least 25, with environmental concerns raised over land conversion.
US Winter Storm: 800,000 Without Power
A massive winter storm stretching from Colorado to New England has left nearly 800,000 households without power, affecting over half the US population with heavy snow and freezing rain.
Met Office Yellow Warning for Rain in London
Parts of London face a yellow weather warning for heavy rain, with potential flooding and transport disruption expected early next week.
Java Landslide: 11 Dead, Dozens Missing in Indonesia
Rescue teams in Indonesia are searching for 79 people buried by a devastating landslide on Java island that has killed at least 11, with heavy rain hampering operations.
Shredding Documents: Identity Fraud Risk Today
A reader questions whether shredding sensitive papers is still necessary in our digital world, sparking debate on identity theft via rubbish bins and modern best practices.
US Winter Storm Leaves 500,000 Without Power
A massive winter storm stretching from Colorado to New England has left half a million Americans without power, disrupted thousands of flights, and prompted emergency declarations across 17 states.
UK Weather: Yellow Warnings for Heavy Rain and Flooding
The Met Office has issued multiple yellow weather warnings for heavy rain across Southern England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, with fears of flooding and travel disruption.
Lonely Alpaca Giovanni Cheered by Mirror After Loss
An elderly alpaca named Giovanni has been given a mirror for companionship after his two friends died at a Cornwall animal sanctuary, with plans for new herd mates underway.
US Winter Storm: 140,000 Without Power, Travel Chaos
A major winter storm stretching from Colorado to New England has left 140,000 households without power, cancelled over 13,000 flights, and prompted emergency declarations in 17 states.
London Couple Swap Flat for Flower Farm Success
Kate and Patrick left unfulfilling London careers to build a Somerset flower farm that now supplies prestigious clients including the Chelsea Flower Show.
K'gari Dingo Pack Euthanised After Tourist Death
Queensland authorities announce the destruction of a dingo pack linked to a Canadian tourist's death on K'gari, amid Indigenous consultation concerns and ecological debates.
Victoria's Worst Heatwave Since 2009 Sparks Total Fire Ban
Victoria endures its most severe heatwave in nearly two decades, with total fire bans and extreme temperatures threatening communities as multiple bushfires rage out of control across the state.
US Winter Storm: 15 States Declare Emergency
A massive winter storm threatens 140 million Americans with snow, ice, and -46°C wind chills. President Trump approves emergency declarations as forecasters warn of hurricane-level damage.
Sydney Sewage and Shark Attacks: Expert Analysis
Experts examine if Sydney's outdated sewage system contributes to recent shark attacks, citing factors like warm water, murky conditions, and nutrient runoff.
US Winter Storm: 160M Face Snow, Ice, Power Outages
A powerful winter storm sweeping across the US threatens over 160 million Americans with heavy snow, catastrophic ice accumulation, and widespread power outages, prompting emergency declarations in 16 states.
Storm Ingrid Destroys Historic Pier, Sea Wall
Storm Ingrid's 60mph winds and heavy rain have washed away part of Teignmouth's historic Grand Pier and collapsed a sea wall at Dawlish, disrupting rail services across Devon and Cornwall.
Lawsuit Over EPA-Approved Pesticide with Testicular Harm
Public health organisations are taking legal action against the EPA for approving a PFAS insecticide that research shows reduces testicle size and sperm count in rats, raising concerns about children's health.
UK Electric Van Sales Lag Behind Government Targets
Electric van sales in the UK are falling short of government mandates, creating tension between manufacturers and major fleets. While companies like Openreach and Royal Mail report benefits from switching, broader adoption faces challenges including cost,
Java Landslide: 8 Dead, 80+ Missing After Heavy Rain
A devastating landslide triggered by days of torrential rainfall on Indonesia's Java island has left at least eight people dead and over 80 missing, with rescue operations ongoing.
London Faces Two Weeks of Rain, BBC Weather Warns
London is set for a prolonged period of rainfall lasting nearly two weeks, with heavy showers expected from late January into early February, according to BBC Weather forecasts.
Winter Wood Ants Huddle Like Penguins in Devon
A young observer discovers wood ants in Devon during winter, revealing their unique hibernation behaviour of huddling together for warmth and their surprising size for UK ants.
Young Naturalist's Snowy Wildlife Census in Worcestershire
A 10-year-old's country diary entry details a snowy walk in Worcestershire, using an app to identify animal tracks from badgers to moorhens, revealing a hidden world of winter activity.
Sydney Shark Attack: Boy, 12, Dies
Nico Antic, a 12-year-old boy, has died after a shark attack in Sydney Harbour. The tragic incident occurred when he jumped off rocks with friends in Vaucluse.
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