A new United Nations Environment Programme report warns that global temperatures are likely to exceed the 1.5°C threshold within the next few years, with significant implications for South Africa. According to the report, the country could face intensified heat, worsening drought, and growing pressure on food production, water resources, agriculture, and infrastructure. Vulnerable communities are expected to bear the greatest burden as climate impacts deepen, underscoring the urgency of adaptation measures to protect livelihoods and essential services across the nation.

Heatstroke is a serious medical condition that arises when the body's internal temperature surpasses 40°C (104°F). During a heatwave, it is crucial to understand how to stay cool and effectively treat heatstroke to prevent severe health consequences.

More than 165 million people in the United States are facing extreme heat and humidity, with temperatures forecasted to remain at 38°C (100°F) for several days. As a result, Fourth of July events have been canceled in cities including Washington, D.C., and Philadelphia, due to safety concerns related to the brutal weather conditions, according to BBC World.

Red heat alerts have been issued in France, Italy, and Spain as temperatures are expected to reach 40 degrees Celsius. According to the forecast, heatwave conditions are set to intensify in the coming days across central and western Europe.

A Punch opinion piece calls on Nigeria's National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) to intensify efforts against the growing spread of unwholesome foods, fake drinks, and counterfeit drugs in the country. The author argues that these products pose a grave danger to public health and urges the regulator to do more to protect Nigerians from harmful and substandard consumables.

In June, Europe experienced unprecedented temperature records, which scientists indicate may signal a continuing trend of rising temperatures. The situation is illustrated through seven charts that highlight the alarming changes in the climate across the continent.