Forecasters have suggested that summer is likely to be warmer than average with an increased chance of more heatwaves, as Simon King explains.

The record-breaking heatwave is set to end with cooler and more unsettled weather by Sunday.

Statistics show the number of trees being planted is increasing, but conservationists say it is not meeting targets.

Statistics show the number of trees being planted is increasing, but conservationists say it is not meeting targets.

Germany's highest ever temperature of 41.3C is recorded provisionally in Saarbrücken, over the border from France.

Germany's highest ever temperature of 41.3C is recorded provisionally in Saarbrücken, over the border from France.

Argentinian geologist Eduardo Olivero became the first scientist to find the remains of a dinosaur in Antarctica in 1986.

Gamekeepers in the Lammermuir Hills spotted the bird with damaged wings around the beginning of June.

Is it time to start considering solar geoengineering to help us combat extreme heat?

Cherwell District Council leader urges forever chemical pollution action around former RAF base.

A rare red weather warning is in place as extreme temperatures continue across much of the UK.

Sanctuary staff say the litter will help boost population numbers of an endangered British species.

A rare red warning for extreme heat is in effect as soaring temperatures continue.

The growth in sales has slowed significantly after a critical government grant programme was cut.

The growth in sales has slowed significantly after a critical government grant programme was cut.

A combination of factors is making this heatwave more uncomfortable than some we have had in the past, as Simon King explains.