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India's hydropower output plunges as weak monsoon hits dams

India's hydropower output plunges as weak monsoon hits dams

A stalled monsoon has caused a significant drop in India's hydropower output, forcing the grid to lean on coal-fired power to address the energy shortfall. This trend threatens decarbonisation efforts while regional water scarcity impacts agriculture and power-generation targets.

Weather ·8 Jul 2026, 10:35 ·Rhys Morgan 4 min read
Honey shelf life depends on storage conditions despite claims of permanence

Honey shelf life depends on storage conditions despite claims of permanence

While often viewed as a permanent pantry staple, honey's longevity depends on specific storage conditions. Experts warn that light, heat, and moisture can compromise its natural defenses.

Weather ·8 Jul 2026, 09:32 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Met Office issues yellow wind warning for East of England

Met Office issues yellow wind warning for East of England

The Met Office has issued a yellow wind warning for the East of England, while heat health alerts have been issued for regions across England and Wales.

Weather ·7 Jul 2026, 22:36 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Storm Chandra brings heavy rain, winds and flooding across UK

Storm Chandra brings heavy rain, winds and flooding across UK

Storm Chandra has triggered a major incident in Somerset and caused widespread disruption across the UK. Emergency services are urging caution as saturated ground increases the risk of further flooding.

Weather ·7 Jul 2026, 18:39 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Amber health alert issued before further hot weather

Amber health alert issued before further hot weather

The UKHSA has issued an amber heat-health alert for the South West due to rising temperatures. Meanwhile, parts of England and Wales face rain and thunder.

Weather ·7 Jul 2026, 15:33 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Met Office issues yellow thunderstorm warnings across UK for weekend

Met Office issues yellow thunderstorm warnings across UK for weekend

The UK faces a turbulent weather shift as high humidity triggers widespread yellow thunderstorm warnings, bringing risks of flash flooding and travel delays.

Weather ·7 Jul 2026, 13:35 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Harry Styles sets Guinness World Record for Wembley concert residency

Harry Styles sets Guinness World Record for Wembley concert residency

Harry Styles set a Guinness World Record for the longest residency at Wembley Stadium, surpassing a previous benchmark set by the band Coldplay. The singer commemorated the milestone by paying tribute to his former bandmates from One Direction.

Weather ·7 Jul 2026, 08:33 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Met Office issues amber heat warnings as temperatures set to hit 38C

Met Office issues amber heat warnings as temperatures set to hit 38C

The UK faces an unprecedented heatwave driven by a high-pressure heat dome, prompting urgent health alerts and warnings of potential infrastructure failure.

Weather ·7 Jul 2026, 05:36 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Met Office warns of potential third heatwave following weekend thunderstorms

Met Office warns of potential third heatwave following weekend thunderstorms

Following a weekend of unsettled weather, the UK faces a potential third heatwave as high pressure builds from the west. Temperatures could reach the low 30Cs in some southern and eastern areas by the end of the week.

Weather ·7 Jul 2026, 02:36 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Met Office downplays chance of extreme 39C heat in latest forecast

Met Office downplays chance of extreme 39C heat in latest forecast

Official forecasters have cautioned that the extreme temperatures seen in late June are unlikely to repeat, despite incoming high pressure across England and Wales.

Weather ·7 Jul 2026, 01:32 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
London hit by floods and fires after intense overnight thunderstorms

London hit by floods and fires after intense overnight thunderstorms

Severe thunderstorms swept across London, submerging transport hubs such as Heathrow Airport and triggering lightning strikes that ignited homes.

Weather ·7 Jul 2026, 00:10 ·Rhys Morgan 4 min read
Met Office warns of severe marine heatwaves across Northwest European seas

Met Office warns of severe marine heatwaves across Northwest European seas

Surface waters in the Northwest European seas are experiencing marine heatwave conditions ranging from strong to severe. Meanwhile, the UK expects warmer weather as high pressure brings dry conditions and a risk of thunderstorms.

Weather ·6 Jul 2026, 09:05 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read

Storm Bram triggers danger to life warnings as 90mph winds hit the UK

Storm Bram is causing severe weather across the UK, bringing gale-force winds and heavy rain that have triggered danger-to-life warnings and travel disruption.

Weather ·6 Jul 2026, 07:07 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Drivers urged to fill up tanks before 34C heatwave hits

Drivers urged to fill up tanks before 34C heatwave hits

Motorists are advised to refuel early as extreme temperatures may impact vehicle performance and increase fuel consumption when using air conditioning. Experts suggest maintaining fuel levels to avoid becoming stranded during the expected hot weather.

Weather ·6 Jul 2026, 05:05 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Met Office forecasts very warm conditions with southern heatwave potential

Met Office forecasts very warm conditions with southern heatwave potential

The Met Office is tracking high pressure shifts that will bring warm and potentially hot conditions to the UK, alongside a risk of heavy, thundery showers.

Weather ·6 Jul 2026, 01:34 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
The Weather Channel faces subscriber backlash over iPad app design update

The Weather Channel faces subscriber backlash over iPad app design update

iPad users report cancelling paid subscriptions for The Weather Channel app citing a forced landscape-only interface and persistent homescreen widget errors.

Weather ·5 Jul 2026, 20:37 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
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A yellow heat-health alert has been issued for parts of England as the UK faces a new wave of high temperatures. Authorities are urging the public to take precautions as health services prepare for increased demand.

Weather ·5 Jul 2026, 14:33 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Trump delivers 250th anniversary address following weather delays

Trump delivers 250th anniversary address following weather delays

President Donald Trump delivered his 250th anniversary address on the National Mall following a day of weather-driven disruptions and evacuations.

Weather ·5 Jul 2026, 05:33 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Met Office reports record global warming and rising greenhouse gas levels

Met Office reports record global warming and rising greenhouse gas levels

New Met Office data indicates that UK temperatures are rising by 0.25C per decade and winter rainfall has increased. These shifts are impacting infrastructure and environmental resilience.

Weather ·5 Jul 2026, 02:34 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Met Office expands thunderstorm warning as flash floods could hit UK

Met Office expands thunderstorm warning as flash floods could hit UK

The Met Office has broadened a yellow thunderstorm warning covering parts of England, cautioning residents to prepare for flooding, lightning, and hail. The alert spans 12 hours on Sunday, following a period of record-breaking heat.

Weather ·4 Jul 2026, 22:07 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read