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Australia’s Upcoming Summer Likely to Be Hot but Not Guaranteed Record-Breaking

Australia has experienced a warm start to winter amid global heating trends. Southern cities like Sydney and Melbourne recorded record June temperatures. Forecasts indicate continued warmth and dry conditions, raising concerns about a potentially record-breaking summer amid El Niño influences.

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Country Fire Authority members at work in Alexandra, Victoria, in January 2026

UK Remembers the Intense 1976 Heatwave Amid Record June Temperatures

As the UK records its hottest June temperature, people recall the 1976 heatwave, sharing vivid memories of drought, water shortages, and coping strategies during that historic summer.

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Heatwave Advisory Issued as Ireland Faces Prolonged Warm Spell

A heatwave advisory has been issued for Ireland as temperatures rise, with possible tropical nights and impacts including water safety and wildfire risks.

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A hand holding a brown thermometer in front of waves, clouds and blue skies.

Marine Heatwave Off East Coast Raises Sea Temperatures by Up to 4°C

The East Anglia coast faces a category two marine heatwave with sea temperatures 1.5°C to 4°C above normal, impacting ecosystems and lasting longer than previous events.

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The sun dips down in to the sea off the coast of Cromer. Groynes in the sea are in silhouette and there are rocks in the foreground. The sky has hues of orange and grey.

Europe Faces Record-Breaking Heatwaves as Climate Warms Rapidly in 2026

Europe and the UK have experienced unprecedented heatwaves in May and June 2026, breaking numerous temperature records. Scientists attribute this to human-induced climate change, warning of hotter summers ahead unless emissions are reduced.

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A construction worker wearing orange hi vis uniform holds a yellow construction helmet and wipes his head in front of a JCB digger next to a public square in Turin, Italy on 25 June.

Gannet Colonies May Take 15 Years to Recover from 2022 Bird Flu Outbreak

A 2022 bird flu outbreak caused a fourfold increase in adult gannet deaths, leading to significant declines at Bass Rock and Grassholm. Recovery is expected to take nearly two decades, prompting calls to reassess the species' conservation status.

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Nine gannets on Bass Rock close up on a shelf.

Concerns Raised as Herring Gulls Found Covered in Oil in Peel

Thirteen herring gulls covered in oil were found in Peel, Isle of Man, prompting conservation concerns and an investigation by the Department of Environment.

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Close-up of the head of a herring gull which has feathers that are yellow and orange because of the oil.

England Records Warmest June Ever Amid Historic Heatwave

England recorded its warmest June ever with a historic heatwave pushing temperatures to 37.76C. Europe also saw record June heat, with deadly impacts emerging across France and Spain.

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People walking along the South Bank in London, during June's extreme heatwave

Severe Heatwave to Impact US and Canada Ahead of July 4 Weekend

A dangerous heatwave is set to impact 120 million people across the US and Canada ahead of the July 4 weekend, with record-breaking temperatures, high humidity, and public safety measures in place. The heat may also affect World Cup events in affected regions.

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Close-up of the American flag on a textured fabric backdrop, symbolizing patriotism and national pride.

Study Reveals Earth Hosts 14 to 30 Million Insect Species, Far More Than Thought

New research estimates Earth hosts 14 to 30 million insect species, far exceeding previous counts. The study, involving DNA barcoding of over 1.6 million insects from Costa Rica, reveals vast hidden biodiversity and highlights the need for global conservation efforts.

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A suspended walkway through the rainforest canopy. The trees are lush and green and very tall.

Researcher Discovers Diverse Algae Communities on Remote Antarctic Island

Dr Emily Broadwell's Antarctic expedition uncovered diverse algae communities on Signy Island, revealing unique ecosystems that challenge assumptions about glacier responses to warming.

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Emily taking samples on Gourlay Snowfield, a patch of snow on an island. She is wearing black trousers, a dark green coat and purple headband, kneeling in the snow with sampling equipment in front of her. In the distance there are lots of icebergs floating in the dark grey-blue ocean.

First Dinosaur Bone from Antarctica Discovered After 40 Years in Storage

A fossil found in 1985 on James Ross Island, Antarctica, has been identified as the continent's first dinosaur bone—a Titanosaur tail vertebra—offering new insights into prehistoric life in Antarctica's ancient forests.

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A fossilised dark brown, mottled bone is sitting on a map of Antarctica on a table. It is on a blue area of the map and areas of brown and white are behind it. The bone is a vertebrae with a round, concave, circular area facing the camera with a lump sticking up on the right hand side. Slightly further back a smaller lump is poking up on the left. There is a dip in between them.

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