The extreme heat baking much of Europe this week is exposing the limits of rail infrastructure made during cooler times, leading to delays and cancellations along with warnings to travellers with health problems to avoid trips if possible.

Much of Europe was preparing Monday for an already fierce heatwave to intensify even further in the coming days, with some countries taking special measures to mitigate its…

From sleepless nights and overheated homes to disrupted work and caring responsibilities, we want to hear how the extreme heat is affecting your daily life

Britain is bracing for a record-breaking heatwave this week