A new study suggests that last summer's brutal heatwave in London may have led to the deaths of 263 people. Researchers linked the extreme temperatures to a spike in fatalities, particularly among vulnerable groups like the elderly. While heatwaves aren’t new, this number highlights how unprepared cities can be when temperatures soar.

Editor’s Note: Heatwaves aren’t just uncomfortable—they can be deadly, especially in cities where infrastructure isn’t built to handle extreme heat. This study is a grim reminder that climate change isn’t just about melting ice caps; it’s already costing lives in places like London. If cities don’t adapt, these numbers could keep rising.

A volcanic eruption has spewed a massive ash cloud into the sky, forcing airlines to cancel flights and making the air so thick with particles that locals report breathing has become painful. The disruption is causing travel chaos and health concerns in nearby areas.

Parts of the UK, especially the northwest and Yorkshire, are now officially in drought after the driest spring in over a century. Other regions like the East Midlands and East Anglia are also bone-dry, raising concerns about water shortages. With reservoirs running low, people are wondering if a hosepipe ban—restricting non-essential water use—is coming next.

The chairman of Marks & Spencer (M&S) has admitted to UK lawmakers that the company is still recovering from a major cyber attack that disrupted store shelves and online services for months. He described the current state as "rebuild mode," suggesting the fallout isn’t over yet.

Editor’s Note: Cyber attacks aren’t just about stolen data—they can cripple everyday operations, leaving physical stores scrambling and customers frustrated. M&S’s ongoing struggles show how deep the damage can go, even for big retailers with resources. If a household name like this is still picking up the pieces months later, it’s a wake-up call for businesses everywhere to shore up defenses.

The government is rolling out a nationwide emergency alert system that will ping every mobile phone in the country at a set time. The message will be a test of the system, designed to warn people about life-threatening situations like floods or terror attacks. Think of it like a loud, unmissable text message—even if your phone’s on silent. Officials say don’t panic when it happens; it’s just a drill.

British farmers are sounding the alarm, saying they’re stretched to their limits and worried the UK government might sacrifice animal welfare and farming standards to secure a trade deal with the US. They fear concessions like allowing hormone-treated beef or chlorine-washed chicken into the UK market just to lower tariffs—something they argue would undercut local producers and erode consumer trust.

Octopus Energy, the UK-based renewable energy giant, is spinning off its tech division, Kraken, in a massive £10 billion deal. Kraken, which provides AI-powered energy management software, has become a hot commodity—attracting interest from big investors. This move could give Kraken more independence to scale globally while letting Octopus Energy focus on its core supply business.

A man who encouraged someone to take their own life online has become the first person sentenced under new online safety laws. The case highlights how legal systems are cracking down on digital behavior that directly harms others, especially when it involves vulnerable individuals.

Tesla's hitting another rough patch—their latest numbers show production and deliveries dropped more than analysts predicted. It's another setback for Elon Musk's electric car giant, adding to a string of recent challenges.