The Latest Breaking News on Climate change

As extreme temperatures challenge records across the globe, we chart a day in the life of a heatwave, from morning in Japan to evening in the United States

As a brutal heat wave covers much of the U.S. in record temperatures, labor groups are pushing for measures to protect outdoor workers by mandating water breaks and periods out of the blazing sun.

It’s no coincidence that extreme heat is engulfing huge swaths of Asia, Europe and North America all at the same time. Powerful weather forces are combining to create the planet-wide conditions, and there’s unlikely to be relief from the scorching temperatures anytime soon.

More people have been forced from their homes outside Athens as wildfires continue to rage amid scorching temperatures across southern Europe.

As the US sizzles from record-breaking heat, air conditioning is crucial for health – but it can empty the pocketbook

Some travel disruption could be seen on Saturday as the downpours begin and there is a risk of thunderstorms on Sunday, the Met Office said.

Temperatures remain high as hailstorms hit northern Italy, with fourth heatwave forecast to hit southern Europe next week

As parts of Europe keep battling severe heat, we take a look at the causes and what to expect in the days ahead.

Climate-stoked extreme weather events are tumbling one upon another around the globe

Extreme heat across the Mediterranean is expected to build into the weekend, testing records in fire-ravaged Greece after easing slightly on Thursday.

Temperatures have peaked at or above 110 degrees Fahrenheit (43.3 degrees Celsius) the entire month of July in Phoenix and extreme heat stretches across the American South