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Temperatures soar across Europe as 'heat dome' drives May records

A “heat dome” is driving unusually high temperatures across Europe, pushing readings well above seasonal norms. The UK and France have already set May records while Spain and Italy are facing heat alerts and limits on outdoor work. Scientists say climate change is making these kinds of extreme heat events…

France 24

'Happening at Scale': UK Doctors Compare Social Media Dangers to Smoking and Seatbelt Failures

UK medical leaders warn of social media's growing risks to children, urging stricter regulations. The Academy of Medical Royal Colleges compares the issue to historic public health campaigns.

International Business Times UK

Meghan Markle Reportedly Plans To Reach Out To Queen Camilla Despite Prince Harry's Warnings Not To Trust Her

Meghan Markle is reportedly planning to reach out to Queen Camilla ahead of a possible UK visit, seeing her influence and charity work as a potential bridge back into the royal fold despite Prince Harry's warnings she cannot be trusted.

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Asset Workflows Secures Major Strategic Investment to Accelerate Growth Across Sectors and Regions

ABERDEEN, United Kingdom, May 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Asset Workflows Ltd, a specialist provider of asset data management, operational assurance, and digital workflow solutions, today announced a major strategic investment led by CoMade, alongside two highly regarded specialist healthcare investors. The investment will significantly strengthen Asset Workflows’ expansion across…

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Temperatures to cool for some after six water deaths in record-breaking UK heat

The Met Office said Tuesday was the hottest day in May on record for both England and Wales.

Evening Standard

One in ten girls threatened with having nude photos of them shared, shocking data reveals

Exclusive: Data from children’s charity Barnardo’s shows one in 10 girls in the UK have been threatened with having nude pictures of themselves shared

The Independent UK

Spy chief to warn of ‘relentless’ Russian cyber attacks on UK and Europe

Anne Keast-Butler will warn that the speed of advancements in technology mean there is a ‘narrowing window for the UK and allies to stay ahead’

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Russia is targeting UK’s infrastructure and democracy, GCHQ head to say

Anne Keast-Butler will also warn of narrowing window to stay ahead of China in ‘new era of radical uncertainty’

The Guardian - UK

Four-fifths of UK firms impacted by Iran war fallout – report

The Barclays survey found more than two-thirds (64%) of businesses said energy and fuel costs were impacting on their business.

Evening Standard

Ed Sheeran beats Taylor Swift to be crowned UK’s most played artist for a record eighth time

Data shows that Sheeran’s music is played an average of 574 times daily, equating to 24 plays every hour

The Independent UK

Ed Sheeran beats Taylor Swift to be named UK’s most-played artist in 2025

Myles Smith’s Nice To Meet You was the most-played track on radio, TV and in public places during 2025.

Evening Standard

Eight in 10 UK firms suffering hit from Iran war: ‘Uncertainty has become the norm’

Twenty per cent of companies overall are pausing investment against a backdrop of geopolitical uncertainty in a sign of the impact of the war on the UK economy

The Independent UK

UK and Poland to sign defence treaty amid Russian threats

The treaty aims to safeguard British borders, combat organised crime and strengthen collective defences

The Independent UK

Briton treated for Hantavirus in Netherlands returns to UK

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1,000 small boats migrants cross English Channel over bank holiday

989 people in 14 boats arrived in the UK between Friday and Monday according to figures from the Home Office

The Independent UK

Blair: Labour is playing with fire over UK’s future – and is too weak to rejoin EU

The party’s most successful former leader and prime minister issues a scathing indictment of Starmer’s government – and warns that the UK cannot even discuss rejoining the EU until it regains its lost strength

Newsroom.co.nz

Oh boy! NZ’s own Mickey Mouse law spurs debate on rights and wrongs of copyright

The law change will also extend copyright protection for multinationals like drug marketers and health software firms. Jonathan Milne reports.

The Independent UK

Brit hospitalised with hantavirus in the Netherlands after cruise ship outbreak returns to UK

The person was medically evacuated from the Netherlands to England and is now following strict infection prevention and control measures

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The Economic Times

More climate records under threat as spring heatwave bakes western Europe

Scientists say human-driven climate change is amplifying such extremes, with weather events like heatwaves, droughts and floods becoming more intense and frequent. The United Kingdom's Met Office weather agency said Monday was the hottest May day on record, with temperatures hitting 34.8C at Kew Gardens, southwest London -- a full…

The Times of India

Amid UK's record-breaking Celsius swelter, heat on Tories to reverse AC ban

TOI correspondent from London: Britain's record-breaking May heatwave has raised political temperatures too as the Conservatives pledge to reverse national net-zero building regulations banning air-conditioning in new homes, going back on rules introduced by their party during Boris Johnson's premiership.

The Independent UK

Sony’s new wearable air conditioner is saving me from melting in this heatwave

It’s like having a permanent ice pack glued to the back of your neck, and sits underneath your clothes Read more: Best neck fans, reviewed

The Guardian - UK

Reform UK’s Makerfield candidate appeared to doubt seriousness of Covid on X

Exclusive: Robert Kenyon has been linked to vaccine scepticism and advised a person with the virus to ‘stop having boosters’

TechRadar

‘Social media should be treated like tobacco’: health experts say the internet is just as bad as smoking for under-16s as UK government edges closer to introducing ban

Social media use has been compared to smoking by medical professionals as the UK government enters the final stages of its ban consultation.

The Times of India

‘Too hot to work?’ Check your workplace rights as temperatures soar amid UK heatwave

As UK temperatures reached record highs, workers found themselves battling the heat, stirring debate about the adequacy of workplace conditions. Although there's no set maximum temperature law, companies are obligated to maintain reasonable environments and evaluate heat-related hazards. Outdoor employees need extra safeguards, including access to shade or appropriate attire.

The National (Scotland)

Downing Street rejects Holyrood call for independence referendum

THE UK Government has rejected the Scottish Parliament’s call for a second independence referendum.

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