Europe heatwaves1 day agoFrance links sharp rise in drownings to heatwavesA government minister says people have been taking risks by going into the water, with 301 deaths since 19 June. 1 day ago15 Aug 2026Europe's scorched landscapes seen from space after summer heatwavesFrom glaciers shrinking to an exposed shipwreck, satellites capture the impact of extreme heat and drought.15 Aug 202610 Aug 2026World's oceans hit record-high July temperaturesGlobal oceans recorded their hottest July on record, partly fuelled by developing El Niño conditions, as wildfires continue to ravage western Europe.10 Aug 20264 Aug 2026How to avoid the worst of the Italian heatFrom supermarkets to night-time tours, experts share how to make the most of Italy during this latest heatwave.4 Aug 20261 Aug 2026Italy putting nearly all major cities on highest heat alertSome 19 major Italian cities - including Rome, Milan and Naples - are already on red alert, and by Monday all but two will be.1 Aug 202629 Jul 2026Teacher caught in wildfires on France bike rideRob Fox says the city of Bordeaux is "drenched in smoke and smog" as huge fires rage in the area. 29 Jul 202629 Jul 2026Wildfires in south-west France flare up as region braces for new 40C heatwaveFirefighters are braced for a sharp rise in temperatures on Wednesday, which could complicate the containment of wildfires in Gironde.29 Jul 202616 Jul 2026As heatwaves strike, Europeans turn to Chinese air-conditionersChinese brands are meeting surging air-conditioner demand in Europe, a region with typically low ownership rates.16 Jul 202615 Jul 2026Heatwave prompts Italy's delivery riders to strike for extra rightsDelivery riders in Milan, Bologna and Florence want to protect their health and their wages.15 Jul 2026...
