Record 36.1°C heat hits UK & PM crisis
Britain is facing its hottest June on record as an extreme heatwave sweeps the country, while Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer faces a leadership crisis. Global shipping tensions in the Middle East are also threatening to push up fuel prices for UK consumers.
Take precautions against the heat as temperatures in southern England reached 36.1°C, the highest ever recorded for June. The "Omega" heatwave has triggered only the second extreme heat warning in the country's history as records shatter across Europe.
The government's stability is in question as Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has reportedly lost the capacity to govern. Political analysts note the situation mirrors the downfalls of previous leaders Liz Truss and Boris Johnson, leaving the country's leadership in a state of uncertainty.
You may see higher costs for fuel and goods as oil prices rise following an attack on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping route. Iran is also pursuing a plan to charge vessels $40 billion in annual fees for security and safety in the area, which recently saw a 105% surge in ship traffic.
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