Temperatures of up to 34C are forecast today, with the country's hottest spots expected in the Midlands and south Wales.

As the UK basks in scorching temperatures, many are struggling to get a good night's sleep. However, Dr Amir Khan has shared two simple tips to help you keep cool in bed and sleep better

The UK has no legally binding national heatwave strategy. Dr James Porter, senior lecturer at King’s College London, has argued that the UK is “ill-prepared to cope with the risks associated with extreme heat”. Despite repeated warnings from the Committee on Climate Change and the Met Office, the UK lacks a clear national heat action framework.

As temperatures soar to 100 degrees, Triangle residents are still braving long lines at the DMV despite new Saturday hours intended to reduce wait times.

The end of the heatwave, according to WXCharts, will arrive Tuesday, July 15 – just a day after the heat health alert is lifted. The maps show temperatures ranging between 6C and 12C across the nation during the early hours of 3am giving much needed relief to those struggling to sleep.

Warmer water at the seaside might sound nice for your holiday dip, but recent ocean heat in the Mediterranean Sea has been so intense that scientists fear potentially devastating consequences for marine life.

High pressure has once again brought us soaring temperatures - ITV News' Lucy Verasamy breaks down why this heatwave is different from the rest. | ITV National News

Around 2,300 people died of heat-related causes across 12 European cities during the severe heatwave that ended last week, according to an analysis.

People enjoy the hot weather as the third heatwave of the summer hits the UK with temperatures expected to remain high over the weekend. Amber warning have been put in place for the most of the country.