Extreme heat in Bangladesh is rapidly escalating into a severe public health emergency, demanding urgent climate adaptation.

Heat-induced productivity losses cost Bangladesh an estimated $1.3-1.8 billion in 2024, equivalent to 0.3-0.4 percent of its Gross Domestic Product (GDP), says a World Bank report.

Extreme heat in Bangladesh constitutes a severe labour rights crisis demanding urgent occupational health and safety reforms.

Europe is melting, and your heatwave reservation is now confirmed at the Climate Crisis Club.

A heatwave that has gripped much of Europe and seen temperature records tumble is linkable with 212 deaths in Spain between Sunday and Wednesday, estimations from a public institute showed

Europe's record-breaking heatwave left around 68,000 households without electricity in northwestern France on Wednesday, authorities said, in the country's first major power outage of the latest bout of extreme weather

Summer heat in Bangladesh is reaching dangerous levels. Learn essential tips to keep your children hydrated, safe, and healthy during the peak heat hours.

Beat soaring temperatures during Dhaka traffic by prioritizing strategic hydration with ORS and wearing light, loose clothing. Apply damp cloths to pulse points to cool blood vessels, preventing heatstroke and dehydration during intense summer commutes.

Combat extreme heatwaves by utilizing hydration, light cotton clothing, and nature-based solutions like rooftop gardening. Implement cooling strategies and monitor vulnerable groups for heatstroke symptoms. Prioritize community awareness and preventative measures to ensure public safety.

Rain likely in coming days may ease heat; no prolonged spell expected like 2024

"If we sweat, we sweat -- we know each other well," laughed Cathy Butcher, 73, arriving with her daughter Helen.

Beat the heatwave without AC by using energy-efficient tips like decluttering rooms, using wet sheets on windows, placing ice near fans, switching to LED lighting, reducing humidity, promoting cross-ventilation, and adding indoor plants for natural cooling.

A mild to moderate heat wave is sweeping over 14 districts including Dhaka and it may continue, Met office said today.

This year, the hot weather season will see "above-normal" maximum temperatures over most parts of the country, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) said in a forecast late Monday

Dhaka stares down a fiery future, one choked by relentless heat. But there is hope.

During rainy summer days, followed by immediate heatwaves - cotton, khadi, and linen are good options to pick from.

Globally, the environment is changing very rapidly, and one of its effects is the change in atmospheric temperature. In the last few decades, we did not face such hot and humid weather. Nowadays, temperatures surge up to 41–42°C, and due to high

In the sweltering heat of a Bangladeshi summer, our bodies crave something different. Rather than sticking to our usual diet, one needs to bring change in their food habits.

A light rain drenched the capital this morning, offering city dwellers some respite from scorching heat

In response to global warming, human beings have been forced to adapt. One way to adapt to extreme heat events is to install air conditioning in homes and public buildings around the world. There is no doubt it can be lifesaving when the temperature rises. It also has some other health effects.