The Latest Breaking News from England

London heatwave set to hit 29C temperatures this weekend as UK turns warmer than Athens and Ibiza

London and southern England are set for a significant heatwave this Bank Holiday weekend. Temperatures are forecast to reach 29C, potentially exceeding popular Mediterranean destinations. This warm spell follows a period of cold and wet weather. Health officials have issued alerts advising caution for vulnerable groups. This could be one…

The Times of India · May 21

London heatwave: Capital could sizzle in 33C this weekend on UK's 'hottest ever May day'

Met Office forecaster gives 40% chance of record-breaking 33C high in southern England on Sunday

Evening Standard · May 21

2026 FIFA World Cup: Everything you need to know – teams, venues, dates & predictions

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set for a grand reimagining with 48 teams participating for the first time. The USA, Canada, and Mexico will jointly host this expanded tournament. A total of 104 matches will be played across 16 cities. The new format sees 12 groups of four teams…

The Economic Times · May 21

Warning England’s taps could run dry amid growing drought threat

A report found while the UK is not short of rainfall, it must drastically improve how it stores, manages, and reuses water

The Independent UK · May 20

Women dying of breast cancer as life-extending drug remains blocked in England

A campaign is calling for Enhertu to be made available on the NHS.

Evening Standard · May 20

Roses bloom ‘weeks early’ as climate change upends flowering patterns

The National Trust said rose displays at properties in the south of England are blooming earlier than ever before.

Evening Standard · May 20

Alice Capsey finds swagger to give England T20 series lead against New Zealand

Alice Capsey struck an unbeaten 74 as England cruised to a seven-wicket win against New Zealand in the opening match of their T20 series

The Guardian - UK · May 20

Alice Capsey’s superb unbeaten 74 guides England to victory over New Zealand

Capsey added an unbroken 64 with Freya Kemp to get England over the line.

The Independent UK · May 20

Wembanyama's Spurs to play New Orleans Pelicans in Paris in 2027

Basketball phenomenon Victor Wembanyama will play in front of French fans for the second time in three years, after NBA chiefs on Wednesday confirmed his San Antonio Spurs team will take on the New Orleans Pelicans in Paris next January.

Radio France Internationale · May 20

Irish president says ‘minds needed decolonising as well as land and law’

The Galway politician addressed Leeds Irish Centre on the second day of her three-day official trip to England.

Evening Standard · May 20