Heatwave
Sinner Advances to Quarter-Finals, Faces Shelton Rematch Amid AO Heatwave
Defending champion Jannik Sinner has reached the Australian Open 2026 quarter-finals, setting up a rematch with Ben Shelton as Melbourne braces for a severe heatwave.
Australia Faces Record Heatwave and Fire Threat
South-eastern Australia braces for record-breaking heatwaves and catastrophic fire dangers as temperatures soar across the region.
Summernats 2026: Police Crack Down on Early Burnouts Amidst Heatwave Warnings and Record Crowds
Ahead of Summernats 2026, ACT Policing has ramped up enforcement, seizing vehicles and issuing warnings after dangerous burnout incidents across Canberra. The festival anticipates 130,000 visitors and is preparing for a severe heatwave, balancing high-octane entertainment with public safety.
Brisbane Battles Blazes and Blackouts: Heatwave, Fires Leave Thousands Powerless
Brisbane faces an unprecedented crisis as extreme heat, bushfires, and widespread power outages disrupt daily life, leaving tens of thousands in the dark and battling poor air quality.
Wildfires Rage in Athens Amidst Scorching Heatwave
A devastating wildfire swept through Kryoneri, a northern suburb of Athens, forcing evacuations as Greece battles extreme heat and high winds. Authorities remain on high alert as the risk of further fires persists.
European Heatwave Claims 2,300 Lives in Just 10 Days, Study Finds
A devastating heatwave swept across Europe from June 23 to July 2, 2025, causing 2,300 deaths and further highlighting the deadly impact of climate change.