Saturday June 27, 2026
Europe's deadly heatwave breaks German record and halts public events
Germany's highest ever temperature of 41.3C is recorded provisionally in Saarbrücken, over the border from France.
Amber extreme heat warning extended before cooldown ends record-breaking heatwave
The record-breaking heatwave is set to end with cooler and more unsettled weather by
Sunday.
Are we in for a summer of serial heatwaves?
Forecasters have suggested that summer is likely to be warmer than average with an increased chance of more heatwaves, as Simon King explains.
GTA 6 will launch as download only - does that mean the disc is dead?
Music and films are now largely digital-only - does the lack of a disc for GTA 6 mean gaming is going the same way?
Friday June 26, 2026
Future generations being failed if more trees not planted, experts say
Statistics show the number of trees being planted is increasing, but conservationists say it is not meeting targets.
Fossil identified as first dinosaur ever found in Antarctica
Argentinian geologist Eduardo Olivero became the first scientist to find the remains of a dinosaur in Antarctica in 1986.
Golden eagle released in conservation project shot with 17 pellets
Gamekeepers in the Lammermuir Hills spotted the bird with damaged wings around the beginning of June.
The abundant but expensive energy source that's under your feet
Start-ups are taking fresh approaches to geothermal energy, but will the economics work?
