Heatwave

Extreme heat risks losses for Indian suppliers to Uniqlo, Tesco

Extreme heats have caused sweat stains on fabric and stitching errors, among other production challenges.

US experienced second-warmest spring on record: NOAA

More than half of the 48 contiguous US states experienced a spring among their three warmest in the 132-year record, and the warmest since 2012.

What makes a good bowl of chendol and where to savour the dessert in Singapore

On hot days, chendol sales can spike up to 30 per cent at King Of Chendol at Circuit Road Hawker Centre.

Hot weather hurts Asian crops as powerful El Nino takes shape

El Nino-driven dryness is a double blow for farmers already grappling with fertiliser and diesel shortages caused by the Iran war.

World Cup fans barred from bringing water bottles into stadiums

FIFA has banned fans from bringing refillable water bottles into World Cup venues in a last-minute policy change.

Spain records highest number of May heat-related deaths

A woman with an umbrella walks at Plaza Puerta del Sol during a spring heatwave in Madrid, Spain, on May 27.

Megacity heatwaves are now a fatal nightmare

The sprint of one sweltering afternoon is survivable for most people, but the marathon of days on end with no night-time respite can be fatal, says the writer.

EU to deploy record number of firefighters for summer

Brussels said 777 firefighters from 14 countries would be in position across Europe to help local emergency services.

UN warns possibly strong El Nino could push global temperatures higher

The El Nino weather phenomenon is seen exacerbating drought and heavy rainfall across the globe.

World Cup heat an obstacle to overcome but England can go far, says manager Thomas Tuchel

England manager Thomas Tuchel says they are prepared for the heat during the June 11-July 19 World Cup in North America.

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