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Heavy rain forecast will not reverse widespread drought conditions in UK
Forecasters say intense showers might cause flooding as rain falls on dry, hard groundFloods and drought could hit the UK at the same time this week, …
England’s ancient oak trees dying in extreme hot and dry weather
Woodland Trust says trees struggling in drought stress, with older ‘survivors’ disproportionately affectedEngland’s ancient oak trees are dying in the…
Ex-workers tell of 'chaotic atmosphere' at new £400m prison
Former workers have described a "chaotic atmosphere" of under-staffing and inadequate training.…
Heavy showers and thunderstorms bring risk of flash flooding to UK
Heavy showers are expected over the next few days, bringing a risk of flash flooding. But there are early indications heatwave conditions could return…
‘Truth or fiction’: US trial of Tupac Shakur’s accused killer begins
Prosecutors claim Duane Davis was ‘on-site commander’ in murder of Shakur, who died after drive-by shooting in 1996.…
As rubble clears, Colombia begins focusing on recovery after the earthquake
A week after a deadly quake, Colombia turns from rescue efforts to shelter, aid and rebuilding.…
Torrential rains flood homes and roads across Lima, Peru
Heavy rains have flooded oads in Lima, while river overflows, landslides, and road closures continue to affect Peru.…
Reform’s Tice says people should stop tackling climate crisis and ‘enjoy’ heat
Deputy leader says it is ‘arrogant’ to try to stop global heating, despite UK being left reeling by summer firewaveReform’s deputy leader has dismisse…
Storm Lala damages more than 100 homes and several bridges on Hawaii’s Big Island
Lala was downgraded from hurricane to tropical storm Sunday, but could become a hurricane again by WednesdayClean-up efforts started on Hawaii after H…
Aid shortages and fears of starvation as Indonesia reels from deadly earthquake
Some 53 people were killed and thousands displaced by the earthquake, which struck early on Saturday.…
Wildfires rage in France and Greece as Belgium tackles enormous blaze – Europe live
Wildfire thought to be largest in Belgium’s history creeps closer to German border prompting evacuationsAn elderly couple died in fires on the Greek i…
At least six people dead from days of storms and record flooding in Indiana
Four-year-old boy, two men and three women among those who died since storms began on 11 August, officials sayDays of storms and flooding in Indiana l…
Lala is again a tropical storm, sending drenching rain and winds across Hawaii
Hurricane Lala weakened to a tropical storm Sunday after skirting Hawaii without making landfall, but it wasn't done punishing the Big Island with hur…
Greek island wildfire kills two people as helicopters called in to tackle Belgium forest blaze
Belgium battling biggest fire in more than a century as flames near German border and 600 people told to evacuateTwo people have died in fires on the …
Murder inquiry opens after death of man bitten by dog in West Yorkshire
Detectives say 55-year-old man arrested and appeal for anyone who witnessed altercation in WakefieldPolice in West Yorkshire have launched a murder in…
Rescue teams search for survivors in Indonesia after powerful earthquake
Searchers dig through collapsed buildings and debris after 7.7 magnitude quake killed at least 47 peopleRescue crews dug through collapsed buildings a…
Destroyed crops, riverbed cyclists and a ‘Rock of Starvation’: how drought has devastated the Danube
The Guardian travelled 100 miles along the EU’s longest river, where some residents are struggling to secure drinking waterFor centuries, the rock was…
Hawaii braces for potential first direct hit by a hurricane in 34 years
In a worst-case scenario, category one Lala could dump up to 25in (63cm) of rain on Big Island.…
West Ham break EFL record to sign Engels for £22m
West Ham United pay a £22m fee, a new EFL record, to sign Celtic's Belgium international midfielder Arne Engels.…
Moroccan Police Intercept Migrants Heading for Ceuta Enclave
Security forces in Fnideq have stepped up operations to prevent migrants from crossing into Ceuta.…
Liechtenstein changes succession rule to allow women to ascend the throne
The declaration was made on the national day of the central European country, which has a population of just 44,000.…
The Midwest braces for more heavy flooding, as Indiana seeks federal aid
Indiana, Illinois and surrounding states are preparing for another stretch of flooding through this weekend.…
Tropical Storm Lala expected to strengthen as it nears Hawaii
Authorities warn residents to take precautions as storm expected to bring rain and strong winds to the island chain.…
Firefighters battle wildfire tearing through Belgian nature reserve
The fire burning through the major park was described as the country's worst in recent years.…
Inter Milan sign England’s Djed Spence from Tottenham Hotspur
The 26-year-old, who has signed a five-year deal, cost the Italian champions about $40m, according to media reports.…
Newcastle change shirts during first half of friendly due to colour clash
Newcastle United change shirts in the first half of their pre-season friendly against Bayer Leverkusen.…
Fire services stretched as residents still not home
Major incidents are declared across the UK including in Stourbridge, Sandwell and Pershore.…
Fernandez booed by Chelsea fans as Alonso offers glimpse of blueprint
Enzo Fernandez is booed by sections of the Chelsea support, Morgan Rogers scores on his first appearance and Xabi Alonso offers a glimpse of what coul…
One killed, dozens injured after wildfire hits Croatian coast
At least one person was killed and around 42 others were injured after a violent wildfire hit a coastal town in Croatia.…
Jason Arday, Cambridge professor accused of plagiarism, is found dead
Arday was 37 when he became Cambridge's youngest Black professor in 2023. He was found unresponsive Friday at a home in southwest London.…