Weather
Norway’s national oil company’s profits double to $11.5bn amid war on Iran
Equinor benefits from decision to increase oil and gas production during strait of Hormuz blockades
Thousands flee wildfires in France as temperatures reach extreme levels in southern Europe
Some parts of Mediterranean Sea 5C hotter than normal, with air temperatures above 44C expected in Spain
Drought declared in parts of Wales as July on course to be driest in nearly 200 years
Government agency confirms status in north Wales and Upper Severn after series of heatwaves and lack of rainfall
France records more than 5,700 excess deaths during June heatwave
Figures come as large parts of southern Europe endure another record-breaking period of extreme temperatures
Thousands evacuated in south of France as wildfire rages across pine forest – video
Local people and tourists were evacuated from the Arcachon Bay area overnight into Thursday after a huge fire engulfed more than 3,400 hectares (8,400 acres) of forest
Dramatic Cold Wave Breaks Extreme Heat Across Central Europe and The Balkans
After intense heat, a cold wave spread across central and eastern Europe. The shift in weather patterns brings relief to urban residents this week.
A Rare Atlantic Niña Emerges, Joins Super El Niño to Build an Atmospheric Shield for the U.S.
A rare Atlantic Niña has emerged as Super El Niño builds in the Pacific, together creating an atmospheric shield for the United States during the hurricane season, while also offering early clues about the seasonal Winter 2026/2027 circulation
Fall 2026 Forecast: Super El Niño Sets Up a Winter-Like Weather Pattern That Strengthens Into January
Fall 2026 forecast shows a Super El Niño pattern already emerging and amplifying toward Winter 2026/2027, with stronger signals into January for the United States and Canada
Super El Niño Forecast Pushes Toward Record Strength as Winter 2026/2027 Signals Emerge
Latest forecasts push the 2026 Super El Niño toward record strength as the atmosphere responds and amplified Winter 2026/2027 signals begin to emerge for the United States and Canada
Sahara Heat Dome and dry winds Threaten Spain With Historic 44-47 °C Highs
A dangerous Heat Dome is set to raise temperatures between 45 and 47 °C in Spain, potentially challenging some historic records.
