Europe wildfire tracker: France and Spain at extreme risk of new fires as temperatures soar to 42C

August 13, 2026 · The Independent

George Finch: Key moments in teenage Reform council leader’s first year in office
A look back at the Warwickshire County Council leader’s controversial first year
NHS nurse fled to home country after being accused of raping patient, tribunal told
Ioan Fechete faced sexual assault and rape charges in Britain
Andy Burnham hints at disposable barbecue ban and urges shops to withdraw them
Andy Burnham hints at disposable barbecue ban and urges shops to withdraw them
Young people call on Burnham to rethink social media ban
Youth groups have warned the Prime Minister the plans could lead young people to less regulated parts of the internet.
Tropical Storm Hernan forms in the Pacific while a different weather system could soak Hawaii
Forecasters say Tropical Storm Hernan has formed in the Pacific Ocean and isn't threatening land